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Terms & Conditions

This website is operated by SearchNerve. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to SearchNerve. SearchNerve offers this website, including all information, tools and Services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies and notices stated here. The subsequent terms and conditions are applicable to all services provided by us, SearchNerve.

By visiting our site and/ or purchasing something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”, “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein and/or available by hyperlink. These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including without limitation users who are browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and/ or contributors of content.

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before accessing or using our website. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions of this agreement, then you may not access the website or use any Services. If these Terms of Service are considered an offer, acceptance is expressly limited to these Terms of Service.

Any new services or tools which are added to the current website shall also be subject to the Terms of Service. You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and/or changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Please carefully review the following terms and conditions. By making a purchase or using our services, you are indicating your understanding of and agreement to abide by these terms and conditions.

Acknowledgment

Formal acceptance via signature is not required for these terms and conditions to be effective. By accepting a quote, the Client is deemed to have understood and accepted these terms in their entirety. Usage or purchase of services from SearchNerve implies acknowledgment and acceptance of our terms and conditions.

Acceptance

In the provision of our services, it’s crucial to acknowledge that SearchNerve holds the explicit right to reject any work, media, content, or requests that we, at our sole discretion, find unsuitable.

You understand that your content (not including credit card information), may be transferred unencrypted and involve (a) transmissions over various networks; and (b) changes to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks or devices.

You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any portion of the Service, use of the Service, or access to the Service or any contact on the website through which the service is provided, without express written permission by us.

Costs of Service

The charges for services offered by SearchNerve are outlined in the quotation sent to the Client via email or agreed verbally in person or over the phone.

Unless otherwise agreed, a 40% advance payment is required for website design services. Payment can be made by bank transfer, with details provided in the invoices.

Payment for SEO services can be made on a monthly basis or as a one-time upfront cost for individual projects. Due to the dynamic nature of SEO, the total payment does not correspond to the volume of work performed per month unless agreed upon.

Client Assessment

SearchNerve will grant the Client an opportunity to assess the website’s appearance and content during the design phase and upon completion of overall website development. Materials are considered accepted and approved unless the Client notifies SearchNerve otherwise within ten (10) days. SearchNerve will be in contact during the project to ensure communication is maintained.

Timeline and Content Oversight

SearchNerve will deliver the Client’s website by the specified date in the project proposal or an agreed-upon date with the Client upon receipt of the initial payment, unless a delay is explicitly requested by the Client and mutually agreed upon by SearchNerve.

In exchange, the Client commits to appointing a sole representative as the main point of contact to assist SearchNerve in advancing the commission efficiently and to the Client’s satisfaction.

During the project, SearchNerve will require the Client to provide all relevant website content, including text, images, movies, and sound files. By working with us, you agree to supply the relevant media and content as necessary.

Failure to Provide Necessary Content

To maintain efficiency, SearchNerve must ensure timely execution of scheduled work. There may be instances where we need to decline offers for additional work and inquiries to prioritise the completion of your scheduled tasks.

We kindly request that you provide all necessary information in advance. In situations where progress on your project is hindered due to a lack of provided information within the agreed timeframe, resulting in delays, we reserve the right to apply a surcharge of up to 25%. For projects involving Search Engine Optimization, it is imperative to access to necessary text, tools and media in advance for efficient planning and execution of SEO activities.

Should you agree to supply the required information and subsequently fail to do so within one week of project commencement, we reserve the right to terminate the project, and the remaining balance becomes immediately payable. In essence, this condition emphasises not giving approval to commence until you are fully prepared.

Please note that text content should be submitted as a Microsoft Word, email (or similar) document, with the pages in the supplied document corresponding to the content of the relevant pages on your website. These pages should have the same titles as the agreed website pages. Feel free to reach out if you need clarification on this matter.

Payment Procedures

Invoices will be issued by SearchNerve upon completion but before publishing the live website. Invoices are sent via email and are due upon receipt. Unpaid accounts after thirty (30) days will incur a service charge of the higher of 1.5% or £30 per month.

For any additional costs such as design elements, stock images and other paid assets used as part of the project, the Client agrees to reimburse SearchNerve.

Browser Compatibility

SearchNerve strives to design websites compatible with popular browsers (e.g., Firefox, Internet Explorer 8 & 9, Google Chrome, etc.). However, the Client acknowledges that complete functionality across all browser software and operating systems is not guaranteed.

SearchNerve cannot be held responsible for web pages displaying inadequately in new browser versions released post-handover. In such cases, SearchNerve reserves the right to quote for necessary adjustments.

Termination

The obligations and liabilities of the parties incurred prior to the termination date shall survive the termination of this agreement for all purposes.

These Terms of Service are effective unless and until terminated by either you or us. You may terminate these Terms of Service at any time by notifying us that you no longer wish to use our Services in writing with one month’s notice in advance.

If in our sole judgement you fail, or we suspect that you have failed, to comply with any term or provision of these Terms of Service, we also may terminate this agreement at any time without notice and you will remain liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of termination; and/or accordingly may deny you access to our Services (or any part thereof).

Optional Tools

We may provide you with access to third-party tools over which we neither monitor nor have any control nor input.

You acknowledge and agree that we provide access to such tools ”as is” and “as available” without any warranties, representations or conditions of any kind and without any endorsement. We shall have no liability whatsoever arising from or relating to your use of optional third-party tools.

Any use by you of the optional tools offered through the site is entirely at your own risk and discretion and you should ensure that you are familiar with and approve of the terms on which tools are provided by the relevant third-party provider(s).

We may also, in the future, offer new Services and/or features through the website (including, the release of new tools and resources). Such new features and/or Services shall also be subject to these Terms of Service.

Accuracy, Completeness And Timeliness Of Information

We are not responsible if information made available on this site is not accurate, complete or current. The material on this site is provided for general information only and should not be relied upon or used as the sole basis for making decisions without consulting primary, more accurate, more complete or more timely sources of information. Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk.

This site may contain certain historical information. Historical information, necessarily, is not current and is provided for your reference only. We reserve the right to modify the contents of this site at any time, but we have no obligation to update any information on our site. You agree that it is your responsibility to monitor changes to our site.

Indemnification

SearchNerve services must be used for lawful purposes only. Clients agree to indemnify and hold SearchNerve harmless from any claims resulting from their service usage causing damage to them or any other party.

The Client maintains copyright ownership of data, files, and graphic logos supplied, while granting SearchNerve the rights to publish and utilise said materials. It is the Client’s responsibility to secure permissions and rights for any information or files subject to third-party copyrights. The Client also undertakes to indemnify and hold harmless SearchNerve from any claims resulting from the Client’s negligence or failure to obtain proper copyright permissions. By entering into a contract for website design and/or placement, the Client assures SearchNerve that all necessary permissions and authorities have been obtained, and evidence of such permissions may be requested.

Media Delivery Standards

Unless stated otherwise, text is expected in electronic format, while images and graphics should be provided physically in high-quality print or electronically in .jpeg or .png format. While SearchNerve will make every reasonable attempt to return provided material, such return is not guaranteed.

Work Credit

SearchNerve will include a link in small text at the bottom of the Client’s website. The Client agrees that the developed website and SEO project results may be featured in SearchNerve’s portfolio or presented as a case study. This may include screenshots of the clients website, non-sensitive information as well as growth metrics, traffic graphs and keyword positions to showcase SEO improvements.

Access Requirements

If the Client’s website is to be installed on a third-party server, SearchNerve must be granted temporary read/write access to the Client’s storage directories, accessible via FTP. Additional server configurations might be necessary based on the project’s nature.

Additionally, the Client agrees to provide SearchNerve with access to relevant tools, including but not limited to Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Merchant Centre and others to facilitate effective website monitoring and optimization. The Client understands that granting such access is crucial for analysing website performance, and SearchNerve is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of any data obtained through these tools.

Post-Installation Alterations

SearchNerve disclaims responsibility for alterations caused by third parties to the Client’s pages once installed. Such alterations include additions, modifications, or deletions.

Domain Names

SearchNerve may purchase domain names on behalf of the Client, but payment and renewal are the Client’s responsibility. Loss due to non or late payment is not SearchNerve’s responsibility.

General

These Terms and Conditions supersede all prior representations, understandings, or agreements. The Client’s payment of an advance fee constitutes agreement to these Terms and Conditions.

Search Engine Optimization

Due to the dynamic nature of SEO, SearchNerve cannot provide a guarantee of improved search engine rankings, results, revenue or leads. Should a cancellation occur or an unpaid, outstanding balance be present, SearchNerve retains the right to withdraw all SEO efforts undertaken thus far and terminate the existing contract without notice.

Applicable Law

These Terms of Service and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom.This Agreement is governed by English Law.

Severability

In the event that any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void or unenforceable, such provision shall nonetheless be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and the unenforceable portion shall be deemed to be severed from these Terms of Service, such determination shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other remaining provisions.

Liability

SearchNerve excludes itself from any liability for consequential losses or damages of any kind and loss of business for any reason. SearchNerve, its Employees, or Agents exclude themselves from any liability for loss or damage caused by inaccuracy, omission, or delay or error in the production of the website. 

The entire liability of SearchNerve to the Client for any claim or breach, whether arising from negligence or not, is limited to the charges paid for the Services under this Agreement in respect of the breach.