This Website Development and Hosting Agreement
1. Scope of Services
1.1. Website Development: Service Provider agrees to design, develop, and deliver a website (the “Website”) based on the specifications and requirements agreed upon by both parties.
1.2. Website Hosting: Service Provider agrees to provide hosting services for the Website on servers under its control, subject to the terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement.
2. Payment
2.1. Website Development: Client agrees to pay Service Provider a $X NZD for the design, development, and delivery of the Website. Payment shall be made as follows: 50% upfront and 50% upon completion.
2.2. Website Hosting: Client agrees to pay Service Provider a monthly fee of [Hosting Fee] for hosting the Website. The first payment is due upon the Website going live, and subsequent payments are due on a monthly basis.
3. Term and Termination
3.1. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue until terminated by either party with [Notice Period] written notice.
3.2. Service Provider reserves the right to terminate this Agreement immediately if the Client violates any of the terms and conditions outlined herein.
4. Website Content and Maintenance
4.1. Client is responsible for providing all necessary content, images, and materials for the Website’s development.
4.2. Client is responsible for regular maintenance and updates of the Website’s content, including but not limited to text, images.
5. WordPress Websites
5.1. If the Website is built on the WordPress platform, the Client agrees to:
a. Keep the WordPress core, themes, and plugins up to date to ensure security and functionality.
b. Maintain a strong and unique administrative password for the WordPress dashboard.
c. Backup the Website regularly, including the database and files, to prevent data loss.
d. Follow best practices for securing the Website, including protecting against malware and unauthorized access.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1. Upon full payment, all rights to the Website, including design and code, shall belong to the Client.
6.2. Service Provider retains the right to display the Website in its portfolio and marketing materials unless otherwise agreed in writing.
7. Liability
7.1. Service Provider shall not be liable for any loss of data, revenue, or business interruption caused by Website hosting or development services.
8. Confidentiality
8.1. Both parties agree to keep any confidential information shared during the course of this Agreement confidential.
9. Entire Agreement
9.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior understandings, agreements, or representations.
10. Amendments
10.1. Any changes or amendments to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.