Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the services of Mr. Chiranjibi Behera ("Service Provider", "I", "me", or "my"), you ("Client", "you", or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the Service Provider.

1.1 Modifications to Terms

I reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. I will provide notice of significant changes through email or by posting a notice on my website. Continued use of my services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

2. Services Description

I provide freelance services in the following areas:

• Machine Learning and AI Development
• Natural Language Processing Solutions
• Image Processing and Computer Vision
• Web Application Development
• Mobile App Development (Flutter)
• Academic Project Guidance
• Research and Development
• Office Automation Software

2.1 Service Scope

Each project will have a defined scope outlined in a separate project agreement or statement of work. The services will be performed with reasonable skill and care consistent with industry standards.

2.2 Project Timeline

Project timelines will be mutually agreed upon before work begins. While I strive to meet all deadlines, some flexibility may be required for complex projects or if project requirements change.

3. Payments and Billing

3.1 Pricing Structure

Services may be billed using one of the following models:

3.2 Payment Terms

• Invoices are due within 15 days of receipt unless otherwise specified
• Late payments may incur interest at 1.5% per month
• For fixed-price projects, a 30-50% deposit may be required before work begins
• All prices are in USD unless otherwise specified

3.3 Refund Policy

Due to the custom nature of my services, refunds are generally not provided once work has commenced. However, if services are not delivered as agreed, I will work to rectify the situation or provide a partial refund at my discretion.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Client Materials

You retain all intellectual property rights to materials you provide to me for the project (including logos, brand guidelines, content, and pre-existing code).

4.2 Deliverables

Upon full payment, you will receive ownership of the final deliverables as specified in the project agreement. I retain the right to:

• Include the project in my portfolio and marketing materials
• Use the project as a case study (unless otherwise agreed)
• Reuse generic code snippets and techniques in future projects

4.3 Service Provider IP

I retain ownership of all pre-existing intellectual property, development tools, frameworks, libraries, and methodologies used in creating the deliverables.

5. Confidentiality

I understand the importance of protecting your confidential information. Both parties agree to:

• Not disclose confidential information to third parties without written consent
• Use confidential information only for the purpose of the project
• Implement reasonable security measures to protect confidential information
• Return or destroy confidential information upon project completion or termination

5.1 Exceptions

Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that:

• Was already publicly known
• Becomes publicly known through no fault of the receiving party
• Is independently developed without reference to confidential information
• Is required to be disclosed by law

6. Liability and Warranties

6.1 Service Warranty

I warrant that services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. For a period of 30 days after delivery, I will correct any defects in workmanship at no additional cost.

6.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, my total liability under these terms shall not exceed the total fees paid by you for the specific project giving rise to the claim. I shall not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages.

6.3 Client Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Provide timely feedback and necessary materials
• Appoint a single point of contact for project decisions
• Test deliverables promptly and provide clear feedback
• Ensure you have necessary rights to all materials provided to me

7. Termination

7.1 Termination for Convenience

Either party may terminate a project with 14 days written notice. Upon termination:

• You will pay for all work completed up to the termination date
• I will deliver all completed work and materials
• Both parties will return or destroy confidential information

7.2 Termination for Cause

Either party may terminate these terms immediately if the other party:

• Materially breaches these terms and fails to cure within 14 days of notice
• Becomes insolvent or declares bankruptcy
• Ceases business operations

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

8.1 Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

8.2 Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve it through good-faith negotiations. If negotiations fail, the parties agree to mediate before pursuing other remedies.

8.3 International Clients

For international clients, we will specify the governing law and jurisdiction in the project agreement. I am committed to working with clients from different legal systems to find fair solutions.

9. Miscellaneous

9.1 Entire Agreement

These terms, together with any project agreements, constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede all prior agreements.

9.2 Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

9.3 Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of government, or internet outages.