Terms of Service

Effective Date: October 1, 2025
Last Updated: October 1, 2025

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the services provided by Sharp Tack Media LLC (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) to any client (“Client”, “you”, or “your”). By engaging in business with Sharp Tack Media, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these Terms, whether or not a written contract is executed. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not engage our services.

1. Scope of Services

Sharp Tack Media offers consulting, digital marketing, branding, and web design and development services, including but not limited to:

Website design and development (primarily on WordPress)
Branding and visual identity
Marketing strategy and SEO services
Content creation
Website maintenance and support
Technical consulting and project planning

The specific scope, timeline, deliverables, and pricing for your project will be outlined in an individual agreement, proposal, or invoice.

2. Payment Terms

Invoices are due upon receipt, unless otherwise stated in writing.
If payment is not received within 30 calendar days of the invoice due date, a late fee of 2% of the total invoice amount will be applied and re-issued as a separate invoice.
Work may be paused or terminated if payment is not received in a timely manner.
We accept payment via ACH, check, credit card, and other methods as outlined in your invoice or proposal.

3. Late Fee Policy

Failure to pay an invoice within 30 days of the due date will result in a 2% late fee, calculated from the total invoice amount. This late fee will continue to accrue monthly until the outstanding balance is paid in full.

4. Change Orders & Scope Adjustments

Any request for changes to the project scope must be submitted in writing. We reserve the right to charge additional fees for changes or additions not included in the original agreement or proposal. Any timeline adjustments will be communicated and agreed upon before proceeding.

5. Intellectual Property

You retain ownership of all final deliverables upon full payment.
We retain the right to display work in our portfolio and marketing materials.
Third-party materials, such as stock photography or licensed software, remain the property of their respective owners and are subject to their terms of use.

6. Client Responsibilities

You agree to:

Provide necessary content, access, and feedback in a timely manner.
Designate a primary point of contact for approvals and decisions.
Ensure that all materials provided to Sharp Tack Media do not infringe on third-party rights.

7. Project Timeline and Delays

We aim to deliver all work within mutually agreed timelines. Delays caused by lack of feedback, incomplete materials, or unresponsiveness on the client’s part may result in project delays or additional charges.

8. Cancellation and Termination

Either party may terminate the project with written notice. In such cases:

You will be invoiced for all completed work up to the termination date.
Any deposits paid are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
Final deliverables will be provided only upon full payment.

9. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary or confidential information shared during the course of the project. This obligation shall survive the termination of the agreement.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sharp Tack Media shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including lost profits or data, arising out of or in connection with our services. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

11. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to make a good faith effort to resolve the matter amicably. If a resolution cannot be reached, the matter will be subject to mediation or arbitration in the State of Oregon.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

13. Updates to These Terms

Sharp Tack Media reserves the right to update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective upon posting to this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

14. Agreement to Terms

By engaging in any project, paying an invoice, or otherwise doing business with Sharp Tack Media, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.