Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions govern the provision of graphic design, branding, website design, digital marketing, and related services by Studio 60 Design (“we”, “us”, “our”) to the client (“you”, “your”). By engaging our services, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

1. Services

Studio 60 Design provides creative services including, but not limited to:

Graphic design and branding
Logo design
Website design and development
E-commerce solutions
Print and digital marketing materials
Ongoing design and marketing support

The scope of services will be outlined in a written proposal, quote, email, or agreement.

2. Quotes, Fees & Payment

All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) unless stated otherwise.
Quotes are valid for 30 days unless specified.
Payment terms are 7 from invoice date unless otherwise agreed.
Deposits may be required before work commences.
Late payments may result in paused work or withheld deliverables.
Final artwork, files, or website handover may be withheld until payment is received in full.

3. Revisions

Quotes include a reasonable number of revisions as specified in your proposal.
Additional revisions or changes outside the agreed scope may incur extra fees.
Major changes requested after approval may be treated as a new project.

4. Client Responsibilities

You agree to:

Provide accurate content, assets, and feedback in a timely manner
Ensure you have the legal right to use all text, images, logos, fonts, and materials supplied
Review and approve work carefully before final sign-off

Studio 60 Design is not responsible for errors approved by the client, including spelling, layout, or content mistakes.

5. Intellectual Property & Ownership

Ownership of final approved designs is transferred to the client once full payment has been received, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Studio 60 Design retains ownership of all preliminary concepts, drafts, and unused designs.
We reserve the right to display completed work in our portfolio, website, social media, and promotional materials unless otherwise agreed.

6. Third-Party Services

Studio 60 Design may recommend or assist with third-party services such as:

Website hosting
Domain registration
Email providers
Plugins, themes, fonts, or software platforms

We are not responsible for the performance, availability, security, or pricing of third-party services.

7. Client Security Disclaimer

Studio 60 Design takes reasonable steps to protect information within systems directly under our control. However, we are not responsible for security breaches involving third-party platforms or client-managed systems, including email accounts, hosting, domains, or software not owned or controlled by us.

Clients are responsible for password security, enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA), and maintaining secure access to their accounts.

Client Security & Third-Party Systems

Studio 60 Design takes reasonable steps to protect client information within systems directly under our control. However, we are not responsible for the security, integrity, or availability of third-party services, platforms, or systems not owned or directly managed by us.

This includes, but is not limited to, email providers (such as VentraIP, Synergy Wholesale, Google Workspace or Microsoft 365), website hosting providers, domain registrars, payment gateways, plugins, software applications, cloud services, and any client-managed accounts or devices.

Studio 60 Design is not liable for any loss, damage, or unauthorised access resulting from:

Compromised client email accounts
Weak or reused passwords
Failure to enable multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Phishing attacks, malware, or social engineering
Security breaches of third-party platforms
Actions or omissions outside our direct control

Clients are responsible for maintaining secure passwords, enabling MFA where available, and ensuring appropriate security measures are in place for all services they control. Studio 60 Design will only access systems where permission has been expressly granted.

Where Studio 60 Design provides security recommendations, implementation and ongoing management of those recommendations remain the client’s responsibility unless otherwise agreed in writing.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Studio 60 Design excludes liability for indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from security breaches or unauthorised access involving third-party or client-managed systems.

8. Websites & Digital Services

Website projects may require ongoing maintenance which is not included unless stated.
A minimum of 4 website software updates annually is suggested.
Studio 60 Design is not responsible for issues caused by:
- Client updates
- Plugin or theme conflicts
- Hosting changes
- Third-party software updates
SEO results, rankings, and traffic growth cannot be guaranteed.

9. Delays & Client Content

Project timelines depend on timely client feedback and content. Delays in providing information, approvals, or assets may affect delivery dates and do not constitute breach of contract.

10. Cancellations & Termination

Either party may terminate services with written notice.
Fees for work completed up to the cancellation date remain payable.
Deposits are non-refundable once work has commenced.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Studio 60 Design is not liable for:

Indirect, incidental, or consequential loss
Loss of profits, data, or business interruption
Security breaches involving third-party systems

Our liability is limited to the total fees paid for the services provided.

12. Privacy

Personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and our Privacy Policy.

13. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of South Australia, Australia, and any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of South Australian courts.

14. Acceptance

By engaging Studio 60 Design, approving a quote, or making payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.