Terms of Service

Last updated: November 3, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using HashBuilds' services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our services.

Services Offered

HashBuilds provides software development and consulting services, including but not limited to:

  • Custom web application development (MVP sprints)
  • Landing page creation
  • Strategic technology consulting
  • AI-powered automation implementation
  • System architecture and design

Service Engagement

Before beginning any paid work, we will provide:

  • A clear scope of work defining deliverables
  • Timeline expectations
  • Fixed pricing for sprint-based projects
  • Payment terms and schedule

Work begins only after mutual agreement on scope and receipt of initial payment (typically 50% upfront for sprint-based projects).

Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for:

  • Providing timely feedback and approvals
  • Supplying necessary content, assets, and access credentials
  • Making timely payments per agreed schedule
  • Clearly communicating project requirements and changes
  • Obtaining necessary licenses for third-party services

Payment Terms

Standard payment structure:

  • 50% deposit before work begins
  • 50% upon project completion and delivery
  • Consulting services may be billed hourly or via retainer
  • Payments are due within 7 days of invoice

Late payments may result in project suspension. Refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis depending on work completed and circumstances.

Intellectual Property

Upon full payment, clients receive full ownership of custom code and deliverables created specifically for their project. This includes:

  • Custom application code
  • Database schemas and structures
  • Design assets created for the project

The following remain property of HashBuilds or their respective owners:

  • Proprietary development tools and frameworks
  • Reusable code templates and libraries
  • Third-party software and APIs
  • General methodologies and processes

Confidentiality

We respect the confidentiality of client information and projects. We will not disclose proprietary business information without permission. However, we reserve the right to showcase completed work in our portfolio unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Warranties and Disclaimers

We warrant that services will be performed with professional skill and care. However:

  • Services are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind
  • We do not guarantee specific business outcomes or results
  • We are not responsible for third-party service failures
  • Bug fixes are included for 14 days post-delivery for sprint-based projects

Limitation of Liability

HashBuilds' total liability for any claim arising from our services shall not exceed the total amount paid for those specific services. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages.

Scope Changes

Any changes to the agreed scope of work must be documented in writing. Scope changes may result in adjusted timelines and pricing. We will provide a change order outlining the impact before proceeding with out-of-scope work.

Project Timelines

We strive to meet all agreed timelines. However, timelines are estimates and may be affected by:

  • Delayed client feedback or approvals
  • Scope changes or additions
  • Third-party service issues
  • Force majeure events

Termination

Either party may terminate the engagement with written notice. Upon termination:

  • Client is responsible for payment of work completed to date
  • Partial deliverables will be provided based on completion stage
  • Source code will be delivered only if corresponding milestone is paid

Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Saskatchewan, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Contact Information

For questions about these terms, please contact us at:

Note: These terms are provided as a general framework. Specific project terms may be detailed in individual service agreements or statements of work. In case of conflict, the specific project agreement takes precedence.