Terms of Service

Service Description and Scope

Rank and Rent Web Development provides professional web design, development, search engine optimization (SEO), and hosting services for local lead generation websites. Our services are designed to help you build high-converting niche websites optimized for local search visibility and lead capture.

Our standard service package includes:

• Custom website design and development tailored to your niche market
• On-page SEO optimization and technical SEO foundations
• Free hosting and SSL certificate for the first year
• Mobile-responsive design and conversion optimization

Any services or deliverables not explicitly mentioned in your project agreement are not included in our standard offering. Custom additions will be quoted separately.

User Responsibilities

As a client engaging our services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and truthful information during the onboarding process
• Not engage in any illegal, unethical, or deceptive business practices on your website
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction and niche
• Not use the website for spam, malware, phishing, or any harmful activities
• Maintain confidentiality of any login credentials or access information provided
• Provide timely feedback and approvals to keep the project on schedule

Violation of these responsibilities may result in suspension or termination of services without refund.

Intellectual Property Rights

Upon full payment of services and completion of the project, you retain ownership of the website and all original content created specifically for your project. This includes the website design, layout, and custom code developed exclusively for your website.

However, Rank and Rent Web Development retains ownership of:

• All pre-built templates, frameworks, and reusable components
• Third-party integrations and plugins
• Our proprietary processes, methodologies, and documentation
• Any tools, software, or systems we develop for internal use

You may not resell, redistribute, or claim ownership of any of our proprietary materials. Content you provide (photos, copy, branding) remains your property and you grant us a license to use it for your project.

Payment Terms

Payment terms are outlined in your project proposal and must be agreed upon before work begins. Standard payment structure includes:

• 50% deposit required to secure your build slot and begin work
• 50% final payment due upon completion and launch

All payments must be made via the agreed-upon method (credit card, ACH transfer, etc.). Invoices are due within 30 days unless otherwise specified. Late payments may incur a 1.5% monthly interest charge.

No refunds are issued for completed work unless we fail to deliver services as specified in the project agreement. Partial refunds may be considered if work is terminated by the client before project completion, calculated based on work completed to date.

Hosting and SSL renewal fees after the first year are billed annually and are separate from the initial project fee. You will be notified 30 days before renewal.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Rank and Rent Web Development shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services, including but not limited to:

• Loss of revenue or business opportunity
• Data loss or corruption
• Failure to rank or generate leads
• Website downtime or performance issues

We make no guarantees regarding search engine rankings, traffic volume, or lead generation results. SEO and lead generation outcomes depend on numerous factors beyond our control, including algorithm changes, market competition, and your own marketing efforts.

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the total amount you paid for services in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Termination and Cancellation

Project Phase Termination: If you wish to cancel your project before completion, you must provide written notice. Any work completed to date will be billed at the agreed-upon rate. The deposit is non-refundable. You will receive all deliverables completed to that point.

Service Termination: We reserve the right to terminate services if:

• Payment is not received within 30 days of invoice
• You violate any terms of this agreement
• Your website is used for illegal or unethical purposes
• Communication becomes abusive or uncooperative

Upon termination, we will provide you with your website files and data. Access to hosting and email services will be discontinued.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute arising from these Terms of Service or our services, both parties agree to:

1. 1. Good Faith Negotiation: Attempt to resolve the matter through direct communication within 14 days of the dispute arising.
2. 2. Mediation: If negotiation fails, either party may request mediation with a neutral third party.
3. 3. Binding Arbitration: If mediation is unsuccessful, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association (AAA) rules.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Virginia, USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Both parties consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Virginia.

Neither party shall be liable for any delay or failure in performance under these Terms if such delay or failure is due to causes beyond the reasonable control of that party, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, or internet outages.

Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or sensitive information shared during the course of our business relationship. This includes business strategies, financial information, and technical details.

However, we may disclose your project as a portfolio case study (without sensitive information) for marketing and business development purposes, unless you explicitly request otherwise in writing.

We will never share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except as required by law or to fulfill services (such as hosting providers or payment processors).

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service or wish to report a violation, please contact us at:

Modifications to These Terms

Rank and Rent Web Development reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of our services following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

For active projects, significant changes will be communicated to you via email with at least 30 days' notice. If you do not agree with the modified terms, you have the right to terminate your services.