Terms of Service

1. Services

We offer web and mobile development services, including but not limited to:

• The SaaS MVP Sprint: A fixed-price, fixed-timeline engagement to build a fully functional AI-ready SaaS minimum viable product (MVP) over a 28-day period, as described in the project proposal.
• Landing Page & Single-Feature Tools: Shorter engagements to build lightweight web presences or validation tools.
• iOS App Development: Swift-based mobile applications.
• Post-Launch Support: A 30-day bug-fix window included with every project, and optional monthly maintenance retainers.

All service details, deliverables, timelines, and price are defined in a separate written proposal or Statement of Work (SOW) that is incorporated into these Terms by reference. In the event of any conflict between the SOW and these Terms, the SOW governs the specific project details, while these Terms govern the general relationship.

2. Payment Terms

• Pricing: Project fees are fixed and agreed upon before work begins. Our standard rate for a SaaS MVP Sprint is $4,500, with a Founding Partner Rate of $2,500 available to qualifying early-stage clients.
• Payment Schedule: 50% of the total project fee is due upfront to reserve capacity and commence work. The remaining 50% is due upon final delivery and client approval, before the code and assets are transferred.
• Invoicing: Invoices are issued via Stripe or direct bank transfer through our parent-managed business account.
• Late Payment: If final payment is not received within 7 days of delivery approval, we reserve the right to withhold code transfer and revoke access to deployed environments until payment is settled.
• Refund Guarantee: If we fail to deliver the agreed-upon scope as defined in the SOW within 30 calendar days from the project start date (28-day sprint + 2-day grace buffer), you are entitled to a full refund of the upfront payment. Delays caused by client-side unresponsiveness (failure to provide feedback, assets, or approvals for more than 48 hours) pause the clock with written notification.

3. Project Timeline & Delivery

• SaaS MVP Sprint Timeline: The standard engagement is 28 days, broken down into weekly milestones with live demos every Friday.
• Scope Lock: The project scope is defined in the SOW and locked during the initial scoping phase (Week 1). Any feature or change request that falls outside the agreed scope is treated as a separate mini-sprint and quoted separately.
• Delivery: Final delivery consists of a deployed production environment, a complete GitHub repository (ownership transferred to you), a README file with documentation, and any relevant API documentation. You will own all cloud accounts (Vercel, Railway, Supabase, etc.) associated with the project.
• 30-Day Bug Fix Window: Starting from the deployment date, any critical bug (functionality broken, security vulnerability, or significant deviation from the agreed scope) will be fixed at no additional cost. This does not cover new feature requests, design changes, or enhancements.

4. Intellectual Property & Code Ownership

• Client Ownership: Upon final payment, you receive full, unrestricted ownership of all code, designs (if applicable), and assets created specifically for your project. We retain no proprietary rights.
• No Lock-In: All code is delivered in a standard GitHub repository with a clear README and documentation. You may take the code to any other developer at any time.
• Pre-Existing Materials: We may use our internal component library, templates, or boilerplate code to accelerate development. Such pre-existing materials are licensed, not sold, and remain our property. You receive a perpetual, non-exclusive license to use them as part of your project, including modification and distribution. You may not extract or resell these components as a standalone library.
• Third-Party Dependencies: Your project may rely on open-source libraries and third-party services (e.g., OpenAI, Stripe). Their respective licenses apply. We are not responsible for changes to their pricing, availability, or terms.

5. Client Responsibilities

To enable us to deliver on time, you agree to:

• Provide all necessary assets, content, and feedback within 48 hours of request.
• Attend scheduled Friday demos and respond to Slack/email communications in a timely manner.
• Create and manage billing relationships with required third-party services (Vercel, Railway, Supabase, OpenAI, etc.). We will walk you through this setup during Week 1.
• Abide by the scope locked in the SOW. Scope changes requested after Week 1 will be treated as new work.

6. Limitation of Liability

• No Guarantee of Business Success: We build the MVP you specify. We do not guarantee that the product will generate revenue, attract users, or secure funding. Our monetization-first approach increases your odds, but success depends on market forces beyond our control.
• Third-Party Services: We are not liable for outages, data loss, or price changes caused by third-party platforms (Vercel, Railway, Supabase, OpenAI, Stripe, etc.). You own and manage these accounts.
• Liability Cap: To the fullest extent permitted by law, ByteCraft's total liability for any claim arising from the services shall not exceed the total fees paid by you for the specific project in question.
• Consequential Damages: We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunity.

7. Confidentiality

• Stealth Mode & NDA: If your startup is in stealth mode, we are happy to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before any project details are discussed. Our parent/guardian will co-sign the NDA.
• We Keep Your Stuff Private: We will not share your project details, code, or business plans with any third party without your written permission, except for the purpose of delivering the services (e.g., deploying to your cloud accounts).
• Testimonials & Case Studies: We may ask for permission to feature your project in our portfolio or case studies. This is entirely optional and will only be done with your explicit approval.

8. Parental / Legal Guardian Involvement

Because ByteCraft's founder is a minor, all contracts and legal agreements are co-signed by a parent/legal guardian who assumes responsibility for the business operations. This parent/guardian:

• Co-signs all project agreements, NDAs, and related documents.
• Manages the business bank account and payment processing.
• Is present (off-camera) on calls where legal or financial matters are discussed.

You are contracting with a legally sound entity. The parent/guardian does not interfere in technical work, code quality, or day-to-day communication — those remain solely with the developer.

9. Termination

• By You: You may terminate a project at any time by providing written notice. The upfront payment is non-refundable, but you will receive all work completed up to the date of termination.
• By Us: We reserve the right to terminate a project if you fail to fulfill your client responsibilities (e.g., consistent unresponsiveness, failure to pay, or unreasonable scope demands). In such cases, we will provide written notice and deliver all work completed up to that point. No refund of the upfront payment will be issued.
• Mutual Agreement: A project may be paused or terminated by mutual written agreement. Any refund terms in such a case will be negotiated in good faith.

10. Dispute Resolution

We sincerely hope disputes never arise. But if they do:

• Initial Resolution: Contact us directly at hello@bytecraft.cc with a clear description of the issue. We will respond within 5 business days and work in good faith to resolve the matter.
• Mediation: If direct resolution fails, both parties agree to attempt mediation before pursuing any other remedy. Mediation will be conducted via a mutually agreed-upon neutral third party.
• Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of [Insert Your State/Country Here], without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last Updated" date will reflect changes. For active projects, the Terms in effect at the time of signing will apply. We will notify you of material changes via email or by a prominent notice on our Site.

12. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms, to initiate a project, or to report a legal concern:

• General Inquiries: hello@bytecraft.cc
• Parent/Legal Guardian Contact: legal@bytecraft.cc
• Website: bytecraft.cc

We build fast, we build transparently, and we build to help you succeed. These Terms exist to keep the partnership clear and fair — so we can both focus on what matters: shipping your MVP.