Website Design & Development Agreement Template

What is a website design & development agreement?

A website development agreement covers the design and build of a website: scope, milestones, content responsibilities, hosting, acceptance testing, ownership of the code and design, and support after launch.

When you need one

Web designers and developers
Businesses commissioning a new website

Key clauses included

Project specification
Milestones and payments
Client content and materials
Acceptance testing
Ownership and third-party components
Hosting and maintenance
Warranty period

What the template covers

Project Specification
Milestones and Payment
Client Content and Materials
Acceptance Testing
Ownership
Hosting, Domain and Accounts
Warranty and Support
Confidentiality
Limitation of Liability
Termination
General
Governing Law and Disputes
Schedule A: Specification

How to use it

Buy and download the editable Word file.
Fill in the brackets: names, dates, fees, scope and governing law. Delete options that don't apply.
Check it against local law, and have a lawyer review it for high-value deals.
Sign it on paper or with any e-signature tool.

Frequently asked questions

What format is the template in?

You get an editable Microsoft Word (.docx) file that also opens in Google Docs, Pages and LibreOffice.

Can I use this template in my country?

The templates are written for international use with placeholders for governing law and local details. Contract law differs between countries and states, so check the final document against local law, especially for employment and consumer contracts.

Is this legal advice?

No. A template is a starting point, not advice on your situation. For high-value or unusual deals, have a lawyer review the completed document.

How do I receive the file?

Right after payment you are taken to a download page, and PayPal emails you a receipt. Keep the download page link to download the file again.

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