Terms &
Conditions.

1. Definitions

• "Website" refers to dranmolagarwal.com and all associated pages.
• "Provider," "I," "me," or "my" refers to Dr. Anmol Agarwal, operating as a freelance full-stack engineer based in India.
• "Client," "you," or "your" refers to any individual or entity visiting the Website or engaging services.
• "Services" refers to freelance software development, consulting, code delivery, technical advisory, and related services I provide.
• "Deliverables" refers to source code, documentation, designs, and other work products created under an engagement.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing the Website or engaging services, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old or have legal capacity to enter contracts in your jurisdiction.
• You have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and the Privacy Policy.
• You have authority to bind any organization you represent.

3. Services Offered

I provide the following services on a freelance, project-based, or retainer basis:

• Full-Stack Web Development (Laravel, Livewire, Tailwind, PHP, MySQL)
• Mobile App Development (Flutter, native Android/iOS)
• Cloud Architecture & DevOps (AWS, cPanel, CI/CD pipelines)
• SaaS Development (multi-tenant systems, subscription billing, addon marketplaces)
• Technical Consulting (architecture reviews, code audits, advisory)
• Custom Integrations (payment gateways, AI/ML APIs, third-party services)

Specific scope, deliverables, and timelines for each engagement are documented in a separate Statement of Work (SOW) or project proposal, which supersedes general terms where applicable.

4. Engagement Process

4.1 Initial Consultation

All engagements begin with a free 30-minute discovery call booked via Calendly. This is for scoping only — no commitment is implied by either party.

4.2 Proposal & Agreement

Following the consultation, I will provide a written proposal outlining:

• Project scope and deliverables
• Timeline and milestones
• Total fee and payment schedule
• Assumptions and exclusions
• Revision and change-request policies

Work commences only after written agreement and receipt of the initial payment.

5. Payment Terms

5.1 Pricing

Fees are quoted on a per-project basis, hourly rate, or monthly retainer, as documented in the relevant SOW. All prices are exclusive of applicable taxes (GST/VAT) unless stated otherwise.

5.2 Payment Schedule

Standard payment terms are:

• 50% advance before work begins
• 50% upon project completion and delivery

For long-term engagements, milestone-based or monthly invoicing may be arranged. Custom terms are documented in the SOW.

5.3 Accepted Payment Methods

• Bank transfer (domestic and international)
• UPI (for Indian clients)
• Stripe / PayPal (for international clients)
• Wire transfer for enterprise engagements

5.4 Late Payments

Invoices are due within 7 days of issuance unless otherwise agreed. Overdue amounts may incur interest at 1.5% per month (or the maximum permitted by law). I reserve the right to suspend work on unpaid accounts.

5.5 CodeCanyon Purchases

6. Revisions and Scope Changes

6.1 Included Revisions

Each project includes up to 2 rounds of revisions per deliverable unless otherwise specified in the SOW. Revisions must align with the originally agreed scope.

6.2 Scope Changes

Requests outside the original scope ("scope creep") will be treated as change requests. I will provide a written estimate for additional work before proceeding. Scope changes may affect timeline and total project cost.

7. Timelines and Delays

Project timelines are estimates based on agreed scope and timely client cooperation. I commit to meeting deadlines, but delays may occur due to:

• Delayed client feedback or approvals
• Scope changes or additional requirements
• Dependencies on third-party services or APIs
• Force majeure events (see Section 14)

Neither party is liable for delays caused by the other party or external factors beyond reasonable control.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

8.1 Ownership Transfer

Upon full payment of all agreed fees, you receive ownership of custom deliverables created specifically for your project, including:

• Source code written exclusively for your project
• Custom designs and UI mockups
• Project documentation

8.2 Pre-existing and Reusable Code

I retain full ownership of:

• Frameworks, libraries, and tools developed prior to or independent of your project
• General techniques, know-how, and reusable components
• Third-party open-source components (governed by their respective licenses)

These are licensed to you for use within your project only, non-exclusively and non-transferably.

8.3 Portfolio Rights

I reserve the right to display and reference the completed work in my portfolio (including this Website) for promotional purposes, unless you request confidentiality in writing. I will not disclose proprietary business logic or confidential data.

9. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary information exchanged during the engagement, including:

• Business strategies and trade secrets
• Source code and technical architecture
• Client databases and user information
• Financial and commercial terms

Confidentiality obligations survive termination of the engagement and continue for 3 years after project completion, except for information that is publicly available or independently developed.

Separate Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) can be executed on request for sensitive engagements.

10. Cancellation and Refunds

10.1 Client-Initiated Cancellation

• Before work begins: Full refund of advance payment, minus any incurred administrative costs.
• During active development: Refund proportional to unearned portion of work. Delivered milestones are non-refundable.
• After delivery: No refund; delivered work is final.

10.2 Provider-Initiated Cancellation

I reserve the right to terminate the engagement under the following circumstances:

• Non-payment or repeated late payments
• Breach of these Terms or the SOW
• Abusive, unethical, or illegal conduct
• Scope disputes that cannot be resolved in good faith

In such cases, I will refund unearned portions and deliver work-in-progress to date.

11. Warranties and Limitations

11.1 Limited Warranty

I warrant that deliverables will substantially conform to agreed specifications and will be free from material defects for 30 days after delivery ("Warranty Period"). During this period, I will fix bugs and issues related to the original scope at no additional cost.

11.2 Exclusions

The warranty does not cover:

• Modifications made by the client or third parties after delivery
• Issues arising from hosting environment changes
• Third-party API or service changes
• New feature requests (treated as change requests)
• Browser or OS compatibility issues beyond those specified in the SOW

11.3 No Other Warranties

Except as expressly stated, services are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• My total liability for any claim shall not exceed the total fees paid by you for the specific project giving rise to the claim.
• I am not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages (including lost profits, data loss, or business interruption).
• I am not liable for damages caused by third-party services, hosting failures, or factors beyond my reasonable control.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold me harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your misuse of the deliverables
• Your breach of these Terms
• Content or data you provide (ensuring you have rights to use it)
• Violations of applicable laws by your use of the deliverables

14. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform obligations due to events beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, war, pandemics, government actions, internet outages, or infrastructure failures.

15. Use of Website

By using this Website, you agree to:

• Not attempt to hack, reverse-engineer, or disrupt the Website
• Not use the Website for illegal or unauthorized purposes
• Not copy, reproduce, or redistribute Website content without permission
• Respect intellectual property rights of content displayed

16. Third-Party Links and Services

This Website contains links to third-party services (Calendly, LinkedIn, Instagram, CodeCanyon, WhatsApp, etc.). I am not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Use of these services is governed by their respective terms.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, specifically:

• Indian Contract Act, 1872
• Information Technology Act, 2000
• Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (where applicable)

Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Uttarakhand, India, unless otherwise agreed.

18. Dispute Resolution

Before pursuing formal legal action, both parties agree to:

• Direct Negotiation: Attempt to resolve disputes through direct communication within 30 days.
• Mediation: If unresolved, seek mediation with a mutually agreed mediator.
• Arbitration: Disputes exceeding ₹5,00,000 may be submitted to arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

This does not prevent either party from seeking injunctive relief for intellectual property or confidentiality violations.

19. Changes to Terms

I may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in services, legal requirements, or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." Continued use of services after updates constitutes acceptance.

20. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full effect. The unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving its intent.

21. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any signed SOW, constitute the entire agreement between the parties. They supersede all prior discussions, agreements, or representations regarding the subject matter.

22. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or to initiate an engagement:

These Terms and Conditions were last updated on April 20, 2026. By engaging services or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by them.