ForgeTraq T&C

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of forgemybrands.com (the "Website") and any services provided by Forge My Brand, operated by TOHO Global Brands OPC Private Limited ("we," "us," "our"). By accessing our Website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Website or services.

1. Our Services

Forge My Brand provides creative and publishing services, including but not limited to:

• Brand strategy and design
• Web development
• Social and digital creatives
• Print design
• Film and video production
• 3D production
• AI-powered creative production
• Publishing and author branding (editing, book design, illustration, marketing)

Specific scope, deliverables, timelines, and pricing for each project are agreed separately in a project proposal, quote, or contract before work begins.

2. Project Engagement

• All projects begin only after a mutually agreed scope, timeline, and payment terms are confirmed in writing.
• Any change in scope after project kickoff may affect timelines and cost, and will be communicated before proceeding.
• Client-side delays (late feedback, missing content/assets, delayed approvals) may extend delivery timelines accordingly.

3. Payments

• Payment terms (advance, milestone-based, or full upfront) will be specified in your project proposal or invoice.
• Work will commence or continue only upon receipt of agreed payments.
• Invoices are payable within the timeframe stated on the invoice unless otherwise agreed.
• We reserve the right to pause ongoing work for overdue payments.
• All fees are exclusive of applicable taxes unless stated otherwise.

4. Revisions

• Each project includes a defined number of revision rounds, as specified in the project proposal.
• Revisions beyond the agreed scope may be chargeable additionally, communicated and approved before proceeding.

5. Intellectual Property

• Upon full payment, final approved deliverables (logos, designs, websites, videos, published content, etc.) become the property of the client, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
• We retain the right to showcase completed work in our portfolio, website, and marketing materials, unless the client requests confidentiality in writing.
• Any third-party assets used (stock imagery, fonts, plugins, licensed tools) remain subject to their respective licenses.
• We retain ownership of preliminary concepts, drafts, and unused design directions not selected by the client.

6. Publishing Services

For authors engaging our publishing and author-branding services:

• Editorial, design, and marketing recommendations are based on our professional judgment but final creative decisions rest with the author, unless otherwise agreed.
• We do not guarantee specific sales figures, reviews, or publishing outcomes.
• Authors retain full ownership and copyright of their written work at all times.

7. Client Responsibilities

• Clients are responsible for providing accurate project information, timely feedback, and necessary content/assets.
• Clients are responsible for ensuring they have the rights to any content, images, or materials shared with us for use in a project.

8. Cancellations & Refunds

• Cancellation terms depend on the stage of the project and will be outlined in your project agreement.
• Amounts paid for work already completed or in progress are non-refundable.
• Any refund of unused advance payments, where applicable, will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

9. Limitation of Liability

• We strive to deliver quality work but do not guarantee specific business, marketing, or sales outcomes resulting from our services.
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our services or deliverables.
• Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the total amount paid by the client for the specific project in question.

10. Confidentiality

We treat client project information, briefs, and business details as confidential and will not disclose them to third parties, except as necessary to deliver the project (e.g., freelancers or vendors working on your project) or as required by law.

11. Third-Party Tools & Platforms

Some deliverables (e.g., websites, client portal access via ForgeTraq) may rely on third-party platforms, plugins, or hosting providers. We are not responsible for downtime, changes, or issues arising from these third-party services.

12. Website Use

• Content on this Website (text, design, graphics, logos) is the property of Forge My Brand and may not be copied or reproduced without permission.
• You agree not to misuse the Website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its functionality.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our Website or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.