Terms and Conditions

By using our services, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined on this website. These terms govern the scope of work, client responsibilities, payment schedules, and delivery timelines. They also cover intellectual property rights, confidentiality, and limitations of liability. We encourage you to review our full terms to ensure a clear understanding of your rights and obligations.

Definitions

"Company" refers to Clarus Web.

"Client" refers to the person or organization purchasing services from the Company.

"Project" refers to the work agreed upon between the Company and the Client as outlined in the Project Agreement or Proposal.

"Services" refer to website development, design, hosting, and any other related services offered by the Company.

Scope of Work

The Company will provide the Services as described in the Project Agreement or Proposal. Any additional requests or changes outside the original scope may result in additional costs and will require a separate written agreement or amendment to the original contract.

Client Responsibilities
Failure to provide the required content, feedback, approvals, login credentials, or any other requested information may result in project delays, project rescheduling, additional charges, or project termination in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
General

These Terms and Conditions supersede all previous representations, understandings, or agreements. The Client's signature below, payment of an advance fee, or any payment made to Clarus Web for web development services signifies their agreement to and acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by Indian law. Any disputes arising from this agreement will be resolved exclusively by the courts of Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

Web Browsers

Clarus Web develops websites to be compatible with the latest stable versions of major web browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari. We do not guarantee compatibility with future browser versions or outdated browsers released after project completion. Any updates required to maintain compatibility due to browser, operating system, or web technology changes may be quoted separately.

Termination

Either party may terminate the contract via email. In the event of termination by the Client, any work completed up to the termination date will be invoiced and must be paid. Except as stated under the Invoicing and Payment section regarding the initial 24-hour cancellation period, all deposits paid by the Client are non-refundable.

Non-Disclosure

We agree not to disclose any of your confidential information to any third party at any time.

Hosting and Access Policy
Recommended Hosting

We strongly recommend that you host your Website on our servers. This ensures optimal performance, security, and maintenance.

Benefits of Hosting With Us
  • Full control and monitoring of your Website
  • Immediate fixes when issues arise
  • Regular security updates and backups
  • One point of contact for all issues
  • 24/7 monitoring and support
  • No access restrictions or lockouts
Client Hosting Request

If you insist on hosting the Website on your own server:

  • You are solely responsible for server configuration, security, and firewalls
  • You are responsible for PHP, MySQL, and other software versions
  • You are responsible for regular backups and updates
  • You are responsible for hosting provider reliability and uptime
  • We shall not be liable for any issues arising from hosting environment problems
  • You must sign a Client Hosting Declaration acknowledging these responsibilities
Access Requirements for Client Hosting
  • Deployment Access: To deploy the Website, we require full administrative access (FTP, cPanel, SSH, or equivalent) to your server
  • Warranty Access: You MUST maintain access for us for the duration of the Warranty Period
  • Access Revocation: If you revoke or change access credentials during the Warranty Period without notifying us:
    • The Warranty Period shall immediately become null and void
    • We are released from all obligations under this Agreement
    • Any issues discovered after access is revoked shall be your sole responsibility
Consequences of Access Revocation
  • We cannot guarantee the security or functionality of your Website
  • We are not responsible for any issues that arise
  • Any future support will require full access and may be chargeable
Client Modifications
Modification Policy

If you (or any third party) make any changes to the Website code, database, server configuration, or settings after deployment:

  • The Warranty Period shall immediately become null and void
  • You shall bear all responsibility for any issues arising from such modifications
  • Any fixes, troubleshooting, or restoration required as a result of such changes shall be chargeable at our standard rates
Exclusion of Liability

We shall not be liable for any issues, errors, or damages caused directly or indirectly by:

  • Client modifications to code, database, or settings
  • Server configuration changes made by you or your hosting provider
  • Installation of third-party plugins, themes, or software
  • Security breaches or hacking resulting from your negligence
Diagnostic and Investigation Fee
Investigation Policy

If we investigate an issue and determine that the cause is:

  • Client modifications to the code or database
  • Server configuration issues
  • Hosting provider problems
  • Third-party interference
  • Issues not caused by our work
Diagnostic Fees
  • You shall pay a diagnostic fee of ₹1000 per hour for the time spent investigating the issue.
  • This fee shall apply regardless of whether the issue is resolved
Post-Warranty Support
Support Policy
  • After the Warranty Period expires, we may provide support and fixes at our standard rate per hour
  • Post-warranty support shall be billed in increments of one hour
  • Any support requested after the Warranty Period shall be subject to a separate written agreement
Ownership of Domain Names and Web Hosting

We may acquire domain names for the Client. The Client is responsible for all payments and renewals associated with these domain names. Clarus Web is not liable for any loss or cancellation of the domain resulting from late or missed payments. It is advisable for the Client to maintain a record of payment deadlines to ensure timely submissions.

Limitation of Liability
Liability Cap

IN ALL CASES, regardless of when the claim arises or how long the Client uses the Website, the total aggregate liability of Clarus Web to the Client shall not exceed the total amount actually paid by the Client for the specific project giving rise to the claim.

No Consequential Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL CLARUS WEB BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Loss of profits, revenue, or business
  • Loss of data or content
  • Loss of reputation or goodwill
  • Business interruption
Sole and Exclusive Remedy

If, after reasonable effort, Clarus Web is unable to correct an issue covered under this warranty, the Client's sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of the fees paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Warranty Disclaimer

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT, CLARUS WEB MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Post-Placement Alterations

If the Client desires to modify the website after installation, they agree to allow Clarus Web the chance to provide a quote for those changes. The Client is under no obligation to accept any quote offered by Clarus Web. Clarus Web disclaims any responsibility for modifications made to the website by the Client or any third party after installation. This includes, but is not limited to, additions, changes, or removals.

Client Delays and Failure to Provide Required Information or Approvals

To ensure projects are completed on schedule, the Client agrees to provide all required content, images, logos, login credentials, approvals, feedback, review comments, testing results, and any other information reasonably requested by Clarus Web within the agreed timeframes.

If the Client fails to provide the required information, feedback, approvals, or review responses within the agreed timeframe, Clarus Web may suspend work on the project until the outstanding items are received. Any resulting delays may require the project to be rescheduled based on our current workload and availability.

If the project remains delayed for more than 30 days due to the Client's failure to provide the required information, feedback, approvals, or other requested materials, Clarus Web reserves the right to charge a reasonable project reactivation or rescheduling fee of up to 25% of the remaining project balance to cover additional administrative, scheduling, and project management costs.

If the Client fails to respond or provide the required information, feedback, or approvals for more than 60 days, Clarus Web reserves the right to terminate the project. In such cases, all payments made shall remain non-refundable, and the Client shall be responsible for payment of all work completed up to the date of termination.

Project Completion Timeline and Content Management

The Client commits to providing Clarus Web with all essential support, information, materials, data, and access to staff, as well as timely decisions that may be reasonably required for effective service delivery. This includes designating one individual as the main point of contact to facilitate the smooth and efficient progress of the project.

Intellectual Property

Ownership of the completed website, source code, graphics, designs, and other deliverables shall transfer to the Client only after all outstanding invoices have been paid in full. Until full payment is received, all work remains the property of Clarus Web.

Warranty

Clarus Web provides a 30-day warranty from the date of delivery to correct coding errors that are directly attributable to our work. The warranties provided in this agreement shall apply only to errors directly caused by Clarus Web's work and shall not apply to any issues arising from third-party software, hosting, or plugins, any modifications made by the Client or third parties and any issues reported after the warranty period.

SEO Disclaimer

Clarus Web does not guarantee search engine rankings, website traffic, sales, enquiries, or any specific business outcomes resulting from the website.

Client Feedback

Clarus Web will give the Client a chance to review the website’s design and content during development and after its completion. If the Client does not raise any issues within ten (10) days of receiving the materials or completed website, they will be considered accepted and approved.

Invoicing and Payment

Invoices are payable within 30 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.

A deposit of 60% of the total project cost is required before work begins. The initial deposit is refundable only if the Client submits a written cancellation request within 24 hours of making the first payment and before any work has commenced. If work has commenced at any time, including within the initial 24-hour period, the deposit shall become non-refundable.

The remaining balance will be due in installments as agreed in the Project Agreement, typically tied to project milestones. Final payment is due upon project completion and before the website is made live or transferred to the Client.

Late payments may incur interest charges of 2% per month after 30 days from the invoice date.

Except as stated above regarding the initial 24-hour cancellation period, all payments and deposits are non-refundable. In the event of a project cancellation or postponement after work has commenced, all funds paid will be retained by Clarus Web. If applicable, the Client will be required to pay any additional fees for work completed beyond the amount already paid.

Third Party Servers

Clarus Web builds and tests websites on its proprietary servers and cannot guarantee proper functionality if the Client selects a third-party hosting solution. Should the Client decide to use an external server, it is the Client's responsibility, along with the hosting provider, to ensure compatibility with the website. Clarus Web can provide support in configuring the server if needed, but this service may come with additional costs.

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