Terms and Conditions Agreement

This document constitutes a binding agreement between you (the Client) and Indie Book Bound Sisterhood LLC (the Company).

Use of Design

1. The Client is granted unrestricted permission to utilize the design for both personal and commercial endeavors.

2. The design is provided to the Client under the stipulations of this agreement, constituting a standard license.

3. The Client is authorized to use the design, in its provided form, solely for the purpose specified on the corresponding invoice.

4. The Client is strictly prohibited from utilizing the fonts and images, either in whole or in part, separate from the final product for the invoiced purpose. This restriction does not apply to images created by the Client specifically for incorporation into the final overall project design.

5. The Client is prohibited from extracting fonts and/or images from the source file. This restriction does not apply to images created by the Client specifically for incorporation into the final overall project design.

6. The Client is prohibited from extracting and transferring any fonts or images from the source file to third parties for use in new designs or projects. This restriction does not apply to images created by the Client specifically for incorporation into the final overall project design. 

Third-Party Licenses

Third-party licenses incorporated include: Elements.envato.com standard fonts and stock image license

Design Credit

Credit for the cover design must be formally acknowledged on the copyright page as follows: “Cover designed by Indie Book Bound Sisterhood LLC”

Note Regarding AI

Indie Book Bound Sisterhood LLC explicitly does NOT utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create images. The Company exclusively uses licensed images through 3rd parties and original artwork of employees. The Company will consistently provide clients with the license or links to the assets upon request. We prohibit the use of any AI-generated works or mediums. We firmly believe that human creators deserve to be compensated for their labor, and their work should not be exploited or used freely by AI without explicit permission.

Reservation of Rights

Indie Book Bound Sisterhood LLC reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions as deemed necessary

Licensing, Publishing, and Ownership Rights

1. The Company exclusively employs original artwork, licensed and royalty-free images and fonts in its projects. Should the Client request an image from a stock photo source not routinely utilized by the Company, additional fees may be applicable.

2. The Client consents to adhere to the terms of any license agreement governing images procured by the Company through a third-party image provider for design and final project.

3. Should the Client intend to use the design for purposes other than the final project for which the image is provided, the Client assumes responsibility for purchasing an Extended License.

4. While the images utilized for the Client’s final project are royalty-free, the original artist retains the copyright to the artistic images employed to create the Client's final product image(s).

5. Any use of the final project that is not covered by the standard or extended license,whichever license the Client owns, thereby constituting a breach of this agreement, shall be the SOLE LIABILITY OF THE CLIENT.

6. In instances where the Client furnishes materials for the project, the Client is solely responsible for verifying the validity of copyrights, trademarks, and ownership rights.

7. Upon receipt of full payment, the Company grants the Client a standard license for the final project and the specific purpose for which the final project was designed, as clearly defined on the final invoice.

8. The Company reserves all copyright and ownership rights pertaining to all design and draft materials. This is except for any photographs, images, and/ or fonts created by the Client specifically for the incorporation into the final overall project design. 

9. The Company waives copyright and ownership rights for images that are created by the Client in which were particularly created for The Company to incorporate into the project. 

10. The Company retains the right to use the Client’s final project design, name, and title for the Company’s portfolio and marketing initiatives.

Client’s Responsibilities

1. To prevent potential copyright issues, the Company requires the Client to confirm the license rights of any files provided for use in the project and to furnish truthful and accurate information.

2. The Client is responsible for supplying the Company with files that possess the appropriate license or necessary permissions. Any resulting copyright infringements stemming from the use of Client-provided files remain the sole responsibility of the Client.

3. Should the Client lack the necessary rights to provide files, the Company reserves the right to decline their incorporation into the project and to propose alternative solutions.

4. The Company will refrain from modifying files created by other designers, with the exception of tasks such as formatting assistance, adding typography, and designing a back cover and spine.

5. If the Client commissions the Company to continue the work of another designer, such as creating a new cover in a series, the Client must obtain permission from their original designer. This is necessary to permit the Company to utilize design elements from previous book covers to maintain series consistency. This requirement is waived if the Client is unable to contact their original designer or if commissioning the Company does not violate any existing agreement with the initial designer.

6. If the commissioning violates any third-party agreement to which the client is a party, the client bears sole responsibility.

The Complete Agreement

1. This agreement embodies the entire understanding between all involved parties. No additional promises or conditions, whether oral or written, are incorporated into this agreement.

2. Any modification to any provision of this agreement is deemed invalid and unenforceable unless confirmed in writing and signed by all parties, either through an e-signature or on paper.

3. The determination that any provision of this agreement is unenforceable or invalid shall not render the remaining provisions unenforceable or invalid.

4. By contacting the Company, the Client acknowledges and accepts the terms and conditions outlined above. This acceptance also extends to all other information provided by the Company on its website, through email, and/or in other documented forms, and is valid without the necessity of a signed agreement.

Privacy Policy

1. The Company guarantees the confidentiality of the Client’s ideas, manuscripts, and files. These materials will not be shared or distributed to any third party unless explicitly requested by the Client.

2. The Company does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer the Client’s Personally Identifiable Information to outside parties unless the Company provides users with advance notification.

3. The Client’s personal information is protected within secure networks and is only accessible by a limited number of individuals who possess specialized access rights to such systems and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

4. The Company implements a range of security measures when a user inputs, submits, or accesses their information to ensure the safety of the Client’s personal information.