This outlines your rights, our responsibilities, and what to expect when working with us. We believe in being transparent, fair, and cooperative.
By using our services, you agree to our terms and conditions.
Website Pricing
The pricing listed on the plans page reflects typical rates.
Scope changes may affect cost.
Dynamic websites go into the "custom website" category and are all quote-based.
Static websites: Websites where visitors can read information.
Examples: Portfolio, local business, brochure website.
Dynamic websites: Websites where visitors can read and submit information.
Examples: Online shop, login system, submitting comments, CMS integration.
Fast Build Plan
Our Fast Build Plan means a faster development process for a complete website in just three weeks. Exceptions to this include:
The Fast Build Plan only applies for static websites, such as the 3-5 page website and single-page website shown on our pricing page.
With a stronger focus on speed, the Fast Build Plan prioritises delivery time over advanced SEO and design detail.
Website Development
Stylistic Changes
A style direction will be agreed before development proceeds. Changes to that direction after approval may incur additional charges.
Once the website has been completed, any substantial design changes will be treated as additional work and billed accordingly.
Website Requests
We reserve the right to decline website requests without providing a reason.
We are not associated with and do not create websites that violate the following restrictions:
• Websites that promote or glorify politics, inequality, religion, or violence. • Websites that include false information, hate speech, or inappropriate content. • Websites that are unsuitable for young people to read.
1. If the client chooses to disregard these restrictions after development, we reserve the right to withdraw attribution and terminate ongoing services.
2. If it is discovered that one of the restrictions is being violated during the development of the website, we may cancel the project. (See Cancellations)
Payment Terms
Before development, we may request a £50 deposit. This is deducted from the final cost.
Billing Cycle
Ongoing services (such as hosting, domain renewal and maintenance) are billed monthly. Payments are due on the same calendar day each month, based on the date the client's first recurring payment is set up.
It is the client's responsibility to ensure recurring payments are set up correctly and remain active.
Late Payments
Payment is considered late if not received within 3 days of the due date.
If payment is not received within this period, we reserve the right to temporarily suspend ongoing services until payment is made.
If payment is not received within 14 days of the due date, we reserve the right to terminate ongoing services.
Cancellations
If a client cancels during development, the deposit is non-refundable, as development work incurs costs from the outset.
Website Ownership
Upon full payment of the website build fee, ownership of the website design and code is transferred to the client.
This does not include third-party services such as hosting, domains, or external tools, which may be managed by Joachim Ford Sites on the client's behalf.
The domain name may be registered and managed by Joachim Ford Sites. The client may request transfer of the domain into their own name at any time.
Website Management
We reserve the right to credit ourselves on websites we build.
We may use your website as part of our advertising. If you'd prefer not to be included, just let us know.
As part of ongoing hosting and maintenance, we may carry out minor updates and improvements that do not affect the functionality of the website.
Ongoing services, including hosting and maintenance, are dependent on active payment. If services are suspended due to non-payment, the website and any related services may become unavailable until payment is received.
Content
We are not responsible for losses arising from use of the website.
All website content supplied by the client is the client's responsibility.
Joachim Ford Sites
Regarding our website, "sites.joachimford.uk", all content, designs, layouts, concepts, and any other intellectual property on this website are owned exclusively by us. Any use, reproduction, or adaptation of these elements, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without our express written permission.
Third-party assets (such as fonts) are used under free commercial-use licenses and remain the property of their respective owners.
Last updated: May 2026
Governing Law: UK