Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 12, 2025

1. Services Provided

Shane Barron ("Service Provider") provides custom software development, web development, consulting, and related technology services ("Services") to clients. All Services are performed on a project basis or ongoing retainer as agreed upon in writing.

2. Project Agreements

Each project begins with a written agreement specifying:

Scope of work and deliverables
Timeline and milestones
Payment terms and pricing
Communication protocols
Revision and approval processes

3. Payment Terms

Unless otherwise specified:

Payment is required according to the schedule outlined in the project agreement
Invoices are due within 15 days of issuance
Late payments may result in project suspension and/or late fees
Deposits are non-refundable once work has commenced

4. Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

Provide timely feedback and approvals
Supply necessary content, assets, and access credentials
Respond to communications within agreed timeframes
Maintain backup copies of all data and content

5. Intellectual Property

Upon full payment:

Client owns all custom code and designs created specifically for their project
Service Provider retains rights to reusable components, frameworks, and methodologies
Service Provider may showcase completed work in portfolio unless explicitly restricted
Third-party software licenses remain property of their respective owners

6. Warranties and Disclaimers

Service Provider warrants that:

Services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner
Deliverables will materially conform to agreed specifications
Original work will not infringe on third-party intellectual property

Service Provider does not warrant that:

Software will be error-free or uninterrupted
All bugs will be identified during development
Third-party services will remain available or compatible

7. Support and Maintenance

Post-launch support terms:

Bug fixes for reported issues within 30 days of launch are included
Ongoing maintenance requires a separate support agreement
Emergency support may be available at premium rates
Feature additions and enhancements are billed separately

8. Limitation of Liability

Service Provider's total liability for any claim arising from Services shall not exceed the total amount paid by Client for the specific project in question. Service Provider is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages including but not limited to lost profits, data loss, or business interruption.

9. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to:

Keep confidential information private during and after the project
Use confidential information only for purposes of the project
Not disclose confidential information to third parties without consent
Return or destroy confidential materials upon project completion

10. Termination

Either party may terminate the agreement with written notice. Upon termination:

Client pays for all work completed to date
Service Provider delivers work-in-progress in its current state
Each party returns confidential materials belonging to the other
Outstanding invoices become immediately due

11. Hosting and Domain Services

If Service Provider manages hosting or domains:

Client maintains ownership of all domains and hosting accounts
Service Provider acts as authorized agent for management purposes
Client is responsible for renewal fees and ongoing hosting costs
Service Provider will transfer access credentials upon request or termination

12. Third-Party Services

Projects may utilize third-party services (APIs, hosting, etc.). Client acknowledges:

Third-party services are subject to their own terms and conditions
Service Provider is not responsible for third-party service outages or changes
Client may need separate accounts or agreements with third-party providers
Integration issues with third-party services may require additional billable time

13. Changes to Terms

Service Provider reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of Services after changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms. Project-specific agreements supersede these general terms where they conflict.

14. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute:

Parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation
If negotiation fails, parties agree to mediation before litigation
Any legal action shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida
Venue for any legal proceedings shall be in Tampa, Florida

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact:

Shane Barron
Email: mrshanebarron@gmail.com
Website: sbarron.com

By engaging Shane Barron for Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.