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Includes

What Freelance contract includes

SERVICES

FEES & PAYMENT

SCHEDULE & CANCELLATIONS

ACCESS, KEYS & SAFETY

PETS & SPECIAL CONDITIONS

EXCLUSIONS

TERM & TERMINATION

LIABILITY & DAMAGE

GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

GENERAL PROVISIONS

SIGNATURES

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Freelance Services Agreement

This Freelance Services Agreement (the "Agreement") is dated as of ____________ (the "Effective Date"), by and between __________________________ (the "Provider") and __________________________ (the "Client") (collectively, the "Parties"). The Parties agree as follows:

This is a general-purpose freelance services form based on the provided brief and common business practices. It is not legal advice.

Core terms

1. SERVICES:

1.1 Provider will perform freelance services for a client project (the "Services"). The details, deliverables, and any milestones for the Services will be described in a written project description, statement of work, or similar document agreed by the Parties (each, a "Project Scope"). 1.2 If there is a conflict between this Agreement and a Project Scope, the terms of this Agreement will control unless the Project Scope clearly states that a specific term will override this Agreement. 1.3 Provider will use reasonable skill and care in providing the Services and will perform the Services in a professional manner. 1.4 Client will provide timely access to information, materials, and personnel as reasonably needed for Provider to perform the Services and to meet any agreed timelines. 1.5 Client will provide timely feedback and approvals so that Provider can proceed with work and meet any agreed deadlines. Delays in Client feedback or approvals may extend the schedule and may require changes to milestones or delivery dates.

This clause describes what freelance services are being provided, how they will be documented, and what each side must do so the work can be completed on time. It also says that this main agreement usually controls over a project scope unless the scope clearly says otherwise.

2. FEES & PAYMENT:

2.1 For the one-time project described in the Project Scope, Client will pay Provider a fixed project fee of $2,500 (the "Project Fee"). 2.2 Client will pay fifty percent (50%) of the Project Fee, or $1,250, as a non-refundable deposit within five (5) business days after signing this Agreement and before Provider begins work. The remaining fifty percent (50%), or $1,250, will be due upon completion of the project deliverables described in the Project Scope, unless the Parties agree in writing to different milestones or installment payments. 2.3 If Client requests changes or additional work that are outside the agreed Project Scope, the Parties will agree in writing on any additional fees and schedule changes before Provider begins such work. 2.4 Unless stated otherwise in the Project Scope, the Project Fee does not include taxes or third-party costs (such as stock images, software licenses, or special tools). Client will reimburse Provider for any pre-approved third-party costs within fourteen (14) days after receiving an invoice. 2.5 Client will pay all undisputed amounts within fourteen (14) days after the invoice date, using the payment method specified by Provider. If Client believes an invoice is incorrect, Client must notify Provider in writing within seven (7) days of receiving the invoice, describe the issue, and pay any undisputed portion on time. 2.6 Any late payment of undisputed amounts may, at Provider’s option, be subject to a late fee of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month (or the maximum rate allowed in the Client’s state, if lower), calculated on the unpaid balance until paid. Provider may pause work if invoices remain unpaid for more than fourteen (14) days after the due date.

This clause explains the project fee, the 50% non-refundable deposit, when the rest is due, and how extra work and expenses are handled. It also sets timelines and consequences for late or disputed payments.

3. SCHEDULE & CANCELLATIONS:

3.1 The Parties will agree on a target schedule, milestones, and deadlines in the Project Scope. Provider will use reasonable efforts to meet agreed deadlines, assuming Client provides timely information, feedback, and approvals. 3.2 Client acknowledges that delays in providing information, feedback, or approvals may delay delivery of the Services and may require adjustment to the schedule. Provider will notify Client in writing if such delays will impact agreed milestones. 3.3 Client may cancel the project for convenience by giving at least forty-eight (48) hours’ written notice to Provider. If Client cancels after work has started, Provider will keep the non-refundable deposit and Client will pay for any work already completed and approved beyond the deposit amount, up to the full Project Fee. 3.4 If Client cancels the project with less than forty-eight (48) hours’ notice before a major scheduled milestone or meeting that requires reserved time, Provider may charge a late cancellation fee equal to twenty percent (20%) of the portion of the Project Fee allocated to that milestone, in addition to any fees for work already completed. 3.5 Any request by Client to significantly reduce the project scope or postpone major milestones within forty-eight (48) hours of a scheduled start or milestone may be treated as a partial cancellation. In that case, Provider may charge a reasonable rebooking or change fee and adjust the Project Fee to reflect the revised scope. 3.6 Provider may reschedule milestones or meetings for good reason, such as illness or emergencies, by giving Client as much notice as reasonably possible and offering a prompt alternative date.

This clause sets the project schedule expectations and explains how cancellations, schedule changes, and late cancellations work. It ties cancellation timing to a 48-hour window and allows the Provider to keep the deposit, charge for completed work, and charge a percentage-based fee for late cancellations or last‑minute scope cuts.

4. ACCESS, KEYS & SAFETY:

4.1 If the Services require access to Client systems, accounts, or physical locations, Client will provide Provider with the necessary access rights, credentials, or passes in a timely manner. 4.2 Client will ensure that any physical workspace provided to Provider is reasonably safe and suitable for performing the Services. 4.3 Provider will take reasonable care in using Client’s equipment, systems, and property and will follow any reasonable written safety or security rules provided by Client that do not conflict with this Agreement. 4.4 Provider will keep any access credentials supplied by Client confidential and will not share them with third parties, except as agreed in writing or as needed for authorized subcontractors approved by Client. 4.5 If Provider believes that any working condition, system, or instruction from Client is unsafe or may cause damage, Provider may pause the affected work and will promptly notify Client so that the issue can be addressed.

This clause covers how the Provider gets access to Client systems or locations, how safety and security are handled, and what happens if something seems unsafe.

Risk & exceptions

5. PETS & SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

5.1 The Parties do not expect pets or other special onsite conditions to affect the Services. If pets, unusual site conditions, or special safety concerns arise that could affect performance of the Services, the Parties will discuss them and agree in writing on any needed adjustments to schedule, access, or fees before work continues. 5.2 Client will inform Provider in advance of any special conditions that could affect the Services, such as restricted working hours, special security procedures, or sensitive equipment or data that require extra care.

This clause is a simple placeholder because pets are not expected to be an issue. It also asks the Client to disclose any unusual conditions that might affect how the Services are done.

6. EXCLUSIONS:

6.1 Unless clearly stated in the Project Scope, the Services do not include: (a) ongoing maintenance, support, or updates after delivery of the agreed deliverables; (b) legal, accounting, or tax advice; (c) services unrelated to the specific project described in the Project Scope; or (d) any work that would require professional licensing or certifications that Provider does not hold. 6.2 Any services not included in the Project Scope or in this Agreement will be treated as additional services and will require a separate written agreement or a written change order signed by both Parties. 6.3 Provider does not guarantee specific business results or outcomes, such as a certain revenue increase, number of customers, or other performance metrics, unless expressly stated in the Project Scope.

This clause lists what is not included in the Services, such as ongoing support, unrelated work, or professional advice. It also says that extra work needs a separate agreement or change order and that results are not guaranteed unless clearly promised.

8. LIABILITY & DAMAGE:

8.1 Each Party is responsible for its own acts and omissions in connection with this Agreement. 8.2 Provider is not responsible for any loss or damage that results from inaccurate, incomplete, or late information or instructions supplied by Client, or from Client’s failure to follow Provider’s reasonable recommendations. 8.3 To the extent allowed under applicable rules, neither Party will be liable to the other for any loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, or any indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of this Agreement, even if the Party has been advised that such damages could occur. 8.4 Except for Client’s obligation to pay the Project Fee and any approved expenses, and except for any damages that cannot be limited under applicable rules, the total combined liability of Provider to Client for all claims arising out of this Agreement will not be more than one thousand (1,000) US dollars (USD 1,000). 8.5 Provider will take reasonable care of Client property and data that are under Provider’s control during the project. If any damage occurs that is directly caused by Provider’s failure to use reasonable care, Provider’s responsibility for that damage will be subject to the cap stated in Section 8.4.

This clause limits what kinds of damages either Party can claim and sets a total cap of $1,000 on the Provider’s liability, except for payments the Client owes and any types of damages that cannot be limited under applicable rules.

Legal wrap-up

7. TERM & TERMINATION:

7.1 This Agreement starts on the Effective Date and will continue until completion of the Services under the Project Scope, unless ended earlier under this Section 7. 7.2 Either Party may terminate this Agreement for convenience by giving the other Party at least seven (7) days’ written notice, subject to the cancellation and payment terms in Section 3 and Section 2. Client will pay Provider for all Services performed and approved, and any authorized expenses incurred, up to the effective termination date. Provider will keep the non-refundable deposit. 7.3 Either Party may terminate this Agreement for cause if the other Party materially breaches this Agreement and does not fix the breach within ten (10) days after receiving written notice that describes the breach. 7.4 On termination, Provider will deliver any work in progress that has been paid for, in a commercially reasonable format, and Client will pay all outstanding fees and approved expenses. 7.5 Sections that are meant to continue after termination, such as payment obligations, limitation of liability, and general provisions, will remain in effect.

This clause explains when the Agreement starts and ends, how either side can terminate with or without cause, and what must be paid and delivered if it ends early.

9. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION:

9.1 This Agreement will be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the state where Provider primarily operates, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. The Parties may specify the state here: _______________________________. 9.2 The Parties will first try in good faith to resolve any dispute or claim arising out of this Agreement by informal discussion. Either Party may start this process by giving written notice that describes the dispute. 9.3 If the Parties cannot resolve a dispute through informal discussion within thirty (30) days after notice, either Party may pursue mediation or any other form of dispute resolution they both agree to in writing. 9.4 If mediation or other agreed methods do not resolve the dispute, either Party may bring an action in the state or federal courts located in the state and county specified here: _______________________________, and the Parties agree to that location as the venue for any such action.

This clause identifies which state’s rules will apply, encourages the Parties to try to resolve disputes informally first, and then describes where formal disputes will be handled if they cannot agree.

10. GENERAL PROVISIONS:

10.1 Independent Contractor. Provider is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner, or agent of Client. Provider is responsible for all taxes, insurance, and other obligations related to its business and personnel. 10.2 Assignment. Neither Party may assign or transfer this Agreement to another person or company without the other Party’s prior written consent, except that either Party may assign this Agreement to a successor in connection with a merger or sale of substantially all of its assets. 10.3 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any Project Scope signed by both Parties, is the entire agreement between the Parties about the Services and replaces all earlier discussions, understandings, or proposals, whether written or oral. 10.4 Amendments. Any change to this Agreement or to a Project Scope must be in writing and signed by both Parties. 10.5 No Waiver. If either Party does not enforce a right under this Agreement, that does not mean the Party has given up that right for the future. 10.6 Severability. If any part of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect, and the invalid part will be replaced with a valid term that most closely matches the original intent. 10.7 Notices. Notices under this Agreement must be in writing and sent by email, certified mail, courier, or another method that provides proof of delivery, to the contact details each Party provides below or later updates in writing. 10.8 Counterparts; Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, including by electronic or digital signature, and each counterpart will be treated as an original.

This clause covers standard contract points: the Provider is an independent contractor, the agreement is the full understanding between the Parties, changes must be in writing, rights are not lost by not enforcing them once, invalid terms do not void the rest, and notices and signatures can be handled in practical ways.

11. SIGNATURES:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement to be signed by their duly authorized representatives as of the Effective Date written above. CLIENT: Name: _________________________________ Title (if applicable): _________________________________ Company (if applicable): _________________________________ Signature: _________________________________ Date: ____ / ____ / __________ PROVIDER: Name: _________________________________ Title (if applicable): _________________________________ Company (if applicable): _________________________________ Signature: _________________________________ Date: ____ / ____ / __________

This clause provides signature blocks so both Parties can sign and formally agree to the terms.

FAQ

What is a Freelance contract?

A Freelance contract is a service agreement tailored to Freelance contract work. It defines scope, fees, schedule, responsibilities, and risk allocation, and the exact clauses vary by service category.

Who is this contract for?

For service providers and clients, including independent contractors, freelancers, agencies, managed service firms, homeowners, property managers, and businesses.

How to get a Freelance contract customizable?

Describe your service in plain language, the AI turns it into a structured brief and generates the draft. Then you can rewrite a clause with one click and download the final contract.

How to write a Freelance contract?

Start with parties and scope, then add fees, schedule, access, and deliverables. Emphasize risk sections like cancellations, liability, damages, exclusions, termination, and dispute handling.

Can I download the contract as PDF or Word?

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