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Hey there, creative!
Welcome to Asteriasoft Studio! We're excited to partner with you in establishing a strong online presence for your design business. These Terms of Use (hereinafter referred to as "Terms") outline our agreement.
This agreement is between Asteriasoft Studio LLP (that is "us," "we," or "our" — a design studio based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India) and you (our "Client," "User," or simply "you" — the Interior Designer, Decorator, Stylist, or Architect leading a firm in its first 0-5 years).
These Terms apply when you engage with our Managed Website Setup Service (the "Service"). Through this Service, we use one of our unique, pre-designed website concepts (our "Templates") to build and launch your professional website.
By starting this journey with us (for example, by submitting our project inquiry form, participating in a consultation, or paying your initial deposit), you're agreeing to these Terms. We understand that reviewing legal documents may not be the most engaging part of your website journey, but a clear understanding of our collaborative framework is essential. Please take a moment to read through these Terms. Our Privacy Policy also forms an integral part of this agreement.
Understanding Asteriasoft Services (What it is — and what it isn’t!)
What We Provide
We personalize one of our exclusive Template designs with your branding and content.
Subsequently, we build your website, configure it on reliable platforms like Netlify (for hosting) and Prismic (for content management) using their free tiers, and grant you full access upon launch.
This comprehensive setup service is designed for an efficient and professional online presence.
What the Service Does Not Include
This Service is distinct from selling downloadable template files for self-setup. We manage all technical configurations.
Furthermore, this Service leverages our existing Template designs as a foundation; it does not encompass custom website design from scratch.
Custom design projects are scoped and managed separately.
Part 1: Getting Your Website – The Process
Commencing the Journey
✵ Your journey begins when you complete our website inquiry form.
Consultation and Suitability Assessment
✵ We meticulously review the information you provide.
✵ Within 24 business hours, we will email you to arrange a consultation call.
✵ This call is designed to ascertain your specific needs, address any inquiries you may have, and ensure that our Template and Service are an ideal match for your requirements.
Engagement and Content Submission
✵ Once mutual satisfaction is established, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your project slot and initiate the process.
✵ You will then provide us with your brand assets, including your logo, color palette, photographs, and website content.
(Optional Add-on): Should you require assistance with website content, we offer an optional copywriting service at an additional cost.
Development Phase
✵ Our team custom-styles the selected Template with your provided assets.
✵ We then set up your website on Netlify (for hosting) and Prismic (for CMS), including the creation of free-tier accounts for these services under your business name or an agreed identifier.
✵ We may also establish accounts on GitHub (for code) and Proton Mail (for secure communication/account setup).
Launch and Finalization
✵ We will present the completed website for your comprehensive approval. Upon your approval, the remaining 50% payment becomes due.
✵ Subsequently, we will launch your website, making it live.
Handover and Access
✵ We will furnish you with a concise guide (video/PDF) on utilizing the Prismic CMS to update your content.
✵ We will also securely transmit the login credentials (usernames/passwords) for your Prismic CMS and Netlify accounts.
✵ You will serve as the primary user for content management.
Part 2: Your Website – License, Usage & Limits
Your Website License: Exclusively for Your Business
✵ This Service and the resultant website are licensed solely for the direct business use of your interior design, decor, stylist, or architecture firm.
✵ It is not intended for creating websites on behalf of your clients or other entities.
Single Website Provision
✵ The Service provides you with one (1) live website, based on the chosen Template.
Non-Transferable and Non-Resalable
✵ You are expressly prohibited from selling, leasing, sharing, or transferring the website design, its underlying structure, or any proprietary Asteriasoft elements to another individual or business.
Website Usage Limits
✵ Page Limit: Your website can accommodate a maximum of thirty (30) pages, inclusive of individual project/case study pages.
✵ No Blog Included: Blog or journal functionality is not included within this standard service. Should you require this feature, we welcome a discussion regarding its inclusion as a potential add-on.
Template Exclusivity (Limited Availability)
✵ To maintain uniqueness, each of our specific Template designs will be sold and set up for a maximum of ten (10) clients.
✵ Once a Template design reaches this limit, it will be designated "sold out" and will no longer be available for new projects.
Part 3: The Technical Aspects – Hosting, CMS & Backups
Managed Hosting (Netlify)
✵ We will configure your website hosting on Netlify's free plan.
Netlify's Free Plan Limits (subject to Netlify's modifications):
✵ Bandwidth: 100 GB per month
✵ Build Minutes: 300 per month
✵ Netlify Functions Invocations: 125,000 per month
✵ Edge Function Invocations: 1 million per month
✵ Storage: 10 GB per month (for site assets hosted on Netlify)
Your Responsibility with Netlify
✵ You are obligated to comply with all of Netlify's own Terms of Service and usage policies, which are accessible on Netlify's website.
✵ Should your website usage surpass Netlify's free plan limits, you are exclusively responsible for any associated costs incurred by Netlify.
✵ Asteriasoft bears no liability for these overage charges; you will need to manage your Netlify account billing directly with Netlify for any upgrades or overages.
Content Management System (Prismic CMS)
✵ We utilize Prismic CMS for your website content management, establishing your account on their free plan.
Prismic's Free Plan Limits (subject to Prismic's modifications):
✵ CDN Bandwidth: 100GB per month
✵ Users: 1 (this will be your primary login)
✵ Projects: 1 (for your website)
✵ API Calls: Unlimited (as per Prismic's current free tier)
✵ Storage: No hard limits on content storage (as per Prismic's current free tier)
Your Responsibility with Prismic
✵ You must adhere to Prismic's Terms of Service.
✵ If your usage necessitates features beyond Prismic's free tier, or if Prismic alters its free tier such that your usage incurs costs, you are directly responsible for those costs with Prismic.
Website Backups (Managed by Us)
✵ Rest assured regarding backups! Asteriasoft will manage regular backups of your website code (from GitHub) and your content (from Prismic), within the capabilities of these platforms.
Part 4: What’s Included (And What’s Not) – A Quick Recap
What You Receive
✵ A professionally designed website, tailored with your branding and content, constructed using one of our exclusive Templates.
✵ Initial setup of your website on Netlify (free tier) and Prismic CMS (free tier).
✵ Creation of associated accounts (e.g., GitHub, Proton Mail for setup communication) with credentials securely handed over to you.
✵ A comprehensive user manual (video/PDF) for the CMS.
✵ Our 3-Year Limited Warranty (detailed below).
✵ Managed backups.
What Is NOT Included (Beyond the Above)
✵ Domain name registration (you will need to acquire your own, e.g., yourfirm.com).
✵ Custom copywriting (unless procured as a separate service).
✵ Custom photography or sourcing of stock images.
✵ Custom icon design or illustration.
✵ Custom typographic design (such as a new logo).
✵ E-commerce/online shop functionality.
✵ Blog/Journal functionality (unless procured as an add-on).
✵ Gated content/membership areas.
✵ Guarantees regarding website traffic, SEO rankings, or lead generation.
✵ Ongoing website updates or feature additions beyond the initial setup (these would constitute new projects).
✵ Fees for exceeding Netlify or Prismic's free tier limits.
Part 5: Ongoing Support & Our Warranty
Our 3-Year Limited Warranty
✵ For three (3) years from your website's go-live date, we promise that the website structure and functionalityas built by us will be free from technical bugs or crashes that are our direct fault or the fault of technology from our direct Partners that we've integrated as a core part of the service.
This warranty does NOT cover
✵ Problems you cause (e.g., by trying to edit code, accidental content deletion, addition or editing in CMS that breaks layout, adding conflicting third-party scripts).
✵ Issues with your domain name or DNS settings (if you manage them).
✵ Problems arising from Netlify or Prismic service outages or changes to their free tiers/terms that are outside our control.
✵ Requests for design changes, new features, or content updates (these are new work).
*If there's a valid warranty issue, we’ll fix it.
Help Beyond the Warranty / Client-Induced Issues
✵ If you need help with something not covered by the warranty, or if an issue arises from changes you made, we can often still help!
✵ This support is billed at USD 200 per hour (or its equivalent in INR at the prevailing exchange rate on the date of invoice), with a one-hour minimum charge. We'll give you an estimate first.
✵ Email us at help@asteriasoft.studio for support.
Part 6: Financial Matters
Pricing, Payments & Taxes
✵ The total project price will be determined during our consultation, based on the chosen Template and any selected add-ons.
✵ Payment Schedule—
➢ A 50% non-refundable deposit is due before work commences.
➢ The remaining 50% is due upon your approval of the completed website and prior to its launch.
✵ Payment Methods: We will provide details for direct bank transfer or other mutually agreed-upon methods. Please note that we do not utilize an online payment gateway for this service.
✵ Taxes: As an Indian business, Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be applied to all invoices as mandated by Indian law.
Refunds (Our Policy)
✵ The initial 50% deposit is non-refundable, as it covers our initial consultation, planning, and reservation of your project slot.
✵ Once the final website receives your approval and the final payment is processed, no refunds are provided for the service, owing to the custom setup and digital nature of the work.
Part 7: Rights & Responsibilities
Intellectual Property (Who Owns What)
✵ Asteriasoft Owns the Template Design: We own all underlying rights (copyright, design rights) to our Template designs, structure, and proprietary code. You're getting a license to use the End Product website we built for you.
✵ You Own Your Content: All the text, logos, photos, and other brand assets you provide are yours. You give us the right to use them to build your website.
Portfolio Rights (Showcasing Our Work)
✵ We’re proud of the websites we create! Asteriasoft retains the non-exclusive, ongoing, worldwide right to display and talk about the website we build for you in our portfolio, on our website, in publications, for awards, or in exhibits.
✵ This is solely for promoting our work, and we'll always aim to credit your business.
Your Content, Your Responsibility ("Playing Fair")
✵ You are solely responsible for all content (text, images, videos, etc.) that you provide to us and that is published on your website.
✵ You promise that you own this content or have the necessary rights/licenses to use it.
✵ Asteriasoft is not liable if your content infringes on someone else's copyright or breaks any laws. That's on you.
Part 8: Essential Legal Provisions
Disclaimers (Our Limitations)
✵ Aside from our 3-Year Limited Warranty, the website and service are provided "as is."
✵ While we strive for excellence, we cannot guarantee it will be 100% error-free beyond the warranty, nor can we guarantee that Netlify/Prismic free tiers will perpetually fulfill every future need without requiring an upgrade on your part.
Limitation of Liability (Our Responsibility Cap)
✵ You agree that Asteriasoft (and our team) will not be liable for any major indirect or consequential damages should an issue arise, particularly if it is due to delays not caused by our intentional actions or negligence.
✵ Our total financial liability to you for any claim related to this service will not exceed the total amount you paid us for the service.
Indemnification (Your Commitment to Protect Us)
✵ Should your actions (such as breaching these Terms or using content that results in legal complications for us) cause us legal issues or costs, you agree to indemnify us for such expenses.
Termination (Ending This Agreement)
✵ We reserve the right to suspend or terminate this agreement if you commit a serious breach of these Terms.
✵ You may request to terminate your service, but please note our refund policy.
✵ Certain provisions of this agreement (such as intellectual property rights, liability limitations, and dispute resolution) will remain in effect even after the service concludes.
Part 9: Resolving Disagreements
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
✵ These Terms are governed by the laws of India.
✵ Any legal action will be exclusively handled by the courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Dispute Resolution (Our Approach to Disagreements)
✵ Initial Discussion: We sincerely aim for your satisfaction. Should an issue arise, please contact us directly so we can endeavor to resolve it through good-faith negotiation.
✵ Arbitration: If we are unable to reach a resolution through negotiation, any dispute will be settled by binding arbitration in Mumbai, conducted by a mutually agreed-upon arbitrator under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The arbitrator's decision will be final.
✵ Costs in Disputes: In any arbitration or court proceeding, the non-prevailing party will bear all reasonable costs, including attorney's fees and legal interest, for the prevailing party.
Remedies for Breach
✵ Should you breach (or threaten to breach) this agreement, particularly concerning our intellectual property or license terms, we may seek an injunction (a court order to cease the activity) in addition to any other available legal remedies.
Part 10: Contact Us
Got questions? Need help? We're here for you.
Asteriasoft Studio LLP,
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Email: help@asteriasoft.studio
Website: https://asteriasoft.studio/
Last updated: 19-06-2025