Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, using, or engaging Isdomain's naming, branding, and legal basics consulting services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to all terms and conditions contained herein, you may not access or use our services. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you," or "your") and Isdomain ("Company," "we," "us," or "our").

2. Definitions

• Services: The naming, branding strategy, visual identity design, domain consultation, and legal basics consulting provided by Isdomain.
• Deliverables: Finalized brand names, logo files, brand guidelines, legal checklists, trademark screening reports, and any other materials explicitly outlined in a project agreement.
• Client: The individual or entity contracting with Isdomain for services.
• Third-Party Platforms: External services used for domain registration, trademark filing, business formation, or hosting.

3. Scope of Services

Isdomain provides strategic consulting and creative services focused on:

• Brand Naming: Research-driven name generation, linguistic screening, availability verification, and cultural appropriateness checks.
• Branding & Identity: Logo design, color systems, typography selection, brand voice development, and comprehensive brand guidelines.
• Legal Basics Consulting: Guidance on business entity selection, foundational contract templates, IP protection strategy, trademark screening, and regulatory compliance checklists tailored to early-stage and growing businesses.

Service scope, timelines, and deliverables are defined in individual project proposals or engagement letters. Any work outside the agreed scope will require a separate agreement and may incur additional fees.

4. Important Legal Disclaimer

5. Client Obligations

To ensure successful delivery, Clients agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and timely information regarding business goals, target markets, and brand requirements.
• Respond to feedback requests and approval milestones within agreed timeframes (typically 5-7 business days per round).
• Conduct independent verification of domain availability, trademark clearance, and regulatory requirements prior to public launch or commercial use.
• Pay all invoices according to the payment schedule outlined in the engagement agreement.

6. Intellectual Property & Ownership

6.1 Work for Hire

Upon full payment, Isdomain assigns to the Client all right, title, and interest in the final, approved Deliverables specifically created for the Client's project. This assignment is limited to the exact files and concepts delivered in the final package.

6.2 Pre-Existing & Background IP

Isdomain retains ownership of all pre-existing methodologies, templates, research databases, design systems, brand frameworks, and proprietary processes. Clients receive a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free license to use any background IP incorporated into their Deliverables solely for their internal business operations.

6.3 Unused Concepts

Brand names, logo concepts, and visual assets presented but not selected or approved remain the intellectual property of Isdomain and may not be used, modified, or registered by the Client without written permission.

6.4 Third-Party Assets

Any fonts, stock imagery, or licensed components used in Deliverables remain subject to their respective license agreements. Clients are responsible for maintaining license compliance for ongoing use.

7. Payment & Refund Policy

• Invoicing: Unless otherwise stated, projects require a 50% deposit to commence work, with the remaining 50% due upon final delivery and before file release.
• Late Payments: Invoices unpaid past the due date are subject to a 1.5% monthly late fee or the maximum allowed by law, whichever is lower.
• Refunds: Refunds are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Deposits are non-refundable if work has commenced. Refund requests must be submitted in writing within 14 days of project initiation. Work completed up to the cancellation date will be billed proportionally.
• Third-Party Costs: Domain registrations, trademark filing fees, state formation fees, and agency costs are billed at actual cost plus a 10% administrative handling fee unless otherwise agreed.

8. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information shared during the engagement. Isdomain will not disclose Client business strategies, unreleased brand concepts, or sensitive operational data to third parties without written consent. Conversely, Clients agree not to disclose Isdomain's proprietary research methodologies, pricing structures, or internal processes. This obligation survives termination of the engagement for a period of two (2) years.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Isdomain's total liability arising out of or related to these Terms or the Services shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client for the specific project giving rise to the claim. Isdomain shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, business interruption, data loss, or reputational harm. Given the nature of naming and branding, we do not guarantee that a selected name will be universally available, non-infringing, or free from future third-party claims, despite thorough screening efforts.

10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within thirty (30) days, disputes shall be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in San Francisco, California. Both parties waive the right to participate in class-action lawsuits or consolidated proceedings.

11. Modifications to Terms

Isdomain reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or posted on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services following the effective date of modified Terms constitutes acceptance of the changes.

12. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Service, project agreements, or legal consulting inquiries, please contact us:

• Email: legal@isdomain.com
• Address: 123 Innovation Drive, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94105
• Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

These Terms were carefully drafted to protect both parties and ensure a transparent working relationship. We appreciate your trust in Isdomain.