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CornerStone Business Startup Syte – Terms of Sale

Effective Date: 10th October 2025

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These Terms of Sale (“Terms”) apply to all services provided by CornerStone Business Startup Syte (“we”, “us”, “our”), a sole trader registered in the UK, to business clients (“you”, “your”) for web design, build, SEO, and related services.

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By paying a deposit or instructing us to start work, you agree to these Terms.

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1. Services

We provide the following services:

  • Design and build of websites using Wix or SquareSpace

  • Domain registration via GoDaddy.

  • Basic SEO setup for the website.

  • Ongoing maintenance or additional services are quoted separately on a pay-as-you-go basis.

Client Responsibilities: You agree to provide timely information, materials, and approvals required for us to complete the project.

 

2. Payment Terms

  1. Deposit: A deposit of 50% of the total project fee is due before work begins. The deposit is non-refundable once work has started.

  2. Balance: The remaining balance is invoiced upon project completion and is due within 14 days of invoice date.

  3. Currency & Conversion: All project fees are quoted in GBP. Payments may be made in EUR or USD, with the equivalent GBP amount calculated using the prevailing exchange rate at the time of invoice.

  4. Late Payment: If payment is not received by the due date, we reserve the right to suspend work until payment is received. Late payments may incur interest at 2% above the Bank of England base rate per month.

 

3. Project Scope & Changes

3.1 Service Plans

We offer the following standard service plans for website design, build, and digital marketing support. Your chosen plan will be set out in your proposal/quote.

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BRONZE PLAN – Website Rapid Bronze

  • Designed for small businesses and trades needing a quick digital presence.

  • Includes:

    • Bespoke website name (Domain / URL)

    • 2-page website, mobile-friendly, searchable, with contact form

    • Security protection via SSL certificate

  • Client pays Platform Hosting cost directly to Wix or Squarespace and Domain cost directly to GoDaddy

  • Pay-As-You-Go support available for additional work (see 3.2)

 

SILVER PLAN

  • Designed to reach more customers with a detailed 5-page website and digital marketing setup.

  • Includes:

    • Bespoke website name (Domain / URL)

    • Up to 5 pages, mobile-friendly, searchable, with contact form

    • Security protection via SSL certificate

    • Professional business email with your domain

    • Google Business profile setup & digital marketing support (client pays for Google Ads directly)

  • Client pays Workspace Email cost to Google, Platform Hosting to Wix or Squarespace, and Domain cost to GoDaddy

 

GOLD PLAN

  • Full customer experience with up to 8 pages, additional features, and marketing setup.

  • Includes:

    • Bespoke website name (Domain / URL)

    • Up to 8 pages, mobile-friendly, searchable, with contact form

    • Security protection via SSL certificate

    • Professional business email with your domain

    • Google Business profile setup & digital marketing support (client pays for Google Ads directly)

    • Optional features such as booking form or payment functionality (discussed prior to project start)

  • Client pays Workspace Email cost to Google, Platform Hosting to Wix or Squarespace, and Domain cost to GoDaddy​

 

PAY-AS-YOU-GO HELP

  • For clients who prefer not to manage the website themselves or want additional pages/features later.

  • Book a free Discovery Call to discuss requirements and receive a quote.

  • A £50 deposit will be deducted from the final invoice for each task.​

 

3.2 Changes, Revisions & Additional Features

  • The scope of your chosen plan is as outlined in your proposal/quote.

  • Any changes, additional pages, or features requested after work has begun will be quoted separately and require written approval before additional work is carried out.

  • Pay-As-You-Go services are subject to individual quotes and deposits.

  • We are not responsible for delays caused by late provision of content, approvals, or decisions by the client.

 

3.3 Client Responsibilities

  • Provide all necessary content, logos, images, and materials in a timely manner.

  • Pay all third-party costs (hosting, domain registration, email, Google Ads) directly unless otherwise agreed.

  • Approve project milestones and final website in accordance with agreed timelines.

 

4. Ownership & Intellectual Property

  • Ownership of the website design and content remains with us until full payment is received.

  • Upon full payment, ownership of the website, content you provide, and agreed deliverables is transferred to you.

  • Any software, templates, or third-party tools (e.g., Wix, SquareSpace, plugins) remain under their respective licenses.

 

5. Domains & Hosting

  • Domain registration is performed in your name via GoDaddy. You are responsible for domain renewals and registration costs unless otherwise agreed.

  • Hosting via Wix or SquareSpace is your responsibility once the website is transferred to you. We can advise or assist but are not liable for downtime or service interruptions outside our control.

 

6. Refunds & Cancellations

  • Deposits are non-refundable once work has started.

  • If you cancel before work begins, the deposit will be refunded minus any preparation costs incurred.

  • Once work has started, no refunds are provided for partial completion.

 

7. Limitation of Liability

  • We are not liable for indirect or consequential losses, including business interruption or loss of revenue.

  • Our total liability under these Terms is limited to the total project fee paid.

  • We do not guarantee specific search engine rankings, uptime, or business results.

 

8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

  • These Terms are governed by the law of England & Wales.

  • Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England & Wales.

 

9. Acceptance

By paying the deposit or instructing us to begin work, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.

 

10. Accessibility Compliance (United States Clients Only)

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1. Scope of Accessibility Work

The Developer will build the website using the Wix or SquareSpace platform and will apply standard industry best practices and the tools available within Wix or SquareSpace (including running an Accessibility Wizard if available) to support accessibility where reasonably practicable.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Developer’s services do not include a formal accessibility audit, custom remediation to achieve full ADA or WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, or ongoing monitoring after project completion.

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2. Client Responsibility

The Client acknowledges that legal compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), WCAG guidelines, or any other accessibility legislation is the sole responsibility of the Client.

Because accessibility can be affected by future content updates, third-party integrations, and changes in legal standards, the Client is responsible for testing, monitoring, and maintaining accessibility on an ongoing basis.

 

3. Optional Accessibility Services

If requested in writing, the Developer can provide additional accessibility services (such as third-party audits, remediation, or testing) for an additional fee to be agreed upon in a separate Statement of Work.

 

4. Limitation of Liability

The Developer shall not be liable for any claims, losses, damages, or legal actions arising from the website’s actual or alleged failure to comply with the ADA, WCAG, or any other accessibility regulations or standards.

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