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Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: August 8, 2026   Last Updated: August 8, 2026


Welcome to Draft One Studios ("we," "us," "our," or "the Studio"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website, our design services, and any digital products purchased through our site (collectively, the "Site"). By accessing the Site, booking a service, or purchasing a product, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or our services.

1. Overview of Services

Draft One Studios provides:

 

  • Design services, including branding/graphic design, web/UI design, and print/marketing collateral, delivered under individual project agreements or proposals ("Services").

  • Digital products, including templates, downloadable design assets, and merchandise offered for sale directly through the Site ("Products").

 

These Terms apply to both Services and Products unless a section states otherwise.

2. Client Eligibility

By using this Site or engaging our Services, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal authority to enter into these Terms on behalf of yourself or the business you represent.

3. Services — Scope, Process & Payment

3.1 Project Scope

Services are provided based on the scope outlined in a proposal, quote, contract, or invoice provided to the client prior to project start. Any work outside that scope (additional revisions, deliverables, or usage) may incur additional fees, to be agreed upon before work begins.

3.2 Payment Terms

  • A deposit (typically 50% of the project total, unless otherwise specified in writing) is required before work begins.

  • The remaining balance is due upon completion, prior to delivery of final files, unless alternate terms are agreed to in writing.

  • Late payments may result in paused work and may accrue a late fee as specified in the project agreement.

  • All fees are non-refundable once work has commenced, except as outlined in Section 3.5.

3.3 Revisions

Each project includes a defined number of revision rounds as specified in the project proposal. Revisions requested beyond that number, or requests that materially change the original creative direction, will be billed at our standard hourly rate or as a scope change.

3.4 Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for providing timely feedback, necessary content (copy, images, brand assets, login credentials, etc.), and approvals. Delays in client feedback may extend project timelines accordingly, and the Studio is not liable for delays caused by late client input.

3.5 Cancellations

If a client cancels a project after work has begun, the deposit is non-refundable, and the client will be billed for any additional work completed up to the point of cancellation. Cancellations must be submitted in writing.

3.6 Project Timelines

Estimated timelines are provided in good faith but are not guaranteed, as they depend on factors including client responsiveness, project complexity, and revision requests.

4. Intellectual Property & Usage Rights
4.1 Ownership Prior to Full Payment

All design concepts, drafts, and files remain the property of Draft One Studios until the project is paid in full. Draft files, working files, and unused concepts are not included in final deliverables unless explicitly agreed upon in writing.

4.2 Transfer of Rights

Upon full payment, the client receives the rights specified in the project agreement (typically full usage rights to the final approved deliverables for their intended use). Draft One Studios retains ownership of preliminary concepts, unused design directions, and working/source files unless otherwise negotiated.

4.3 Portfolio Use

Draft One Studios reserves the right to display completed work in its portfolio, on its website, and on social media/marketing materials, unless the client has requested confidentiality in writing and the Studio has agreed to it.

4.4 Third-Party Assets

Any stock photography, fonts, or licensed assets used in a project are subject to their own licensing terms. It is the client's responsibility to maintain any required licenses for continued use beyond what was purchased for the project.

5. Digital Products (Templates, Downloads, Merchandise)
5.1 License Grant

Purchase of a digital template or downloadable product grants the buyer a non-exclusive, non-transferable license for personal or single-business commercial use, as specified on the product listing. Unless explicitly stated as an "extended" or "commercial resale" license:

  • You may not resell, redistribute, or repackage the product or its source files.

  • You may not claim the design as your own original work for resale purposes.

  • You may use the product for your own personal or business projects.
     

5.2 Digital Product Refunds

Due to the nature of digital goods, all digital product sales are final and non-refundable once the files have been delivered or downloaded, except where required by law or in cases of a defective file (see Section 5.3).

5.3 Defective Files

If a digital product file is corrupted or does not match its description, contact us within 7 days of purchase for a replacement file or store credit.

5.4 Merchandise

Physical merchandise orders are subject to standard shipping and return policies as stated at checkout at the time of purchase.

6. Website Use

You agree not to use the Site to:

  • Violate any applicable law or regulation

  • Infringe on the intellectual property rights of Draft One Studios or any third party

  • Upload harmful code, malware, or attempt to disrupt the Site's functionality

  • Scrape, copy, or reproduce Site content without permission

All content on the Site — including logos, graphics, copy, and design work — is the property of Draft One Studios unless otherwise credited, and may not be used without permission.
 

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Draft One Studios shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site, our Services, or our Products, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business opportunities. Our total liability for any claim arising from a project or purchase will not exceed the amount paid by the client for that specific Service or Product.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Draft One Studios, its owner, and any contractors from claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site, breach of these Terms, or misuse of any Products or Services.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site, Services, and Products are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Draft One Studios does not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or that final creative work will achieve any specific business outcome (e.g., sales, engagement, or branding results).

10. Governing Law

These Terms are 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 from these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in California.

11. Changes to These Terms

Draft One Studios reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Site or Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact Us

Questions about these Terms can be directed to:

Draft One Studios | draftonestudios@gmail.com
 

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