Terms and Conditions

Terms of Service for SmartStint

Effective Date: 27-Feb.-2025

Welcome to SmartStint!

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of SmartStint, a freelance marketplace connecting clients (“Clients”) with independent professionals (“Freelancers”) (collectively, “Users”). By accessing or using SmartStint, you agree to these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

• You must be at least 18 years old to use SmartStint.

• By creating an account or using the platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy .
  

2. User Accounts

2.1 Account Creation

• Provide accurate information during registration (e.g., name, email, payment details).

• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.

2.2 User Roles

Freelancers

• Create profiles showcasing skills, experience, and rates.

• Submit proposals, deliver work, and communicate professionally.

Clients

• Post projects with clear requirements, budgets, and timelines.

• Provide timely feedback and payments.

2.3 Prohibited Activities

• Sharing accounts or allowing unauthorized access.

• Impersonating others or creating duplicate accounts.

• Posting false, misleading, or discriminatory content.

3. Services and Payments

3.1 Project Listings

• Clients : Ensure project descriptions are accurate and lawful.

• Freelancers : Deliver work that meets the agreed scope and quality.

3.2 Payment Terms

• Escrow Protection : Payments are held in escrow until work is approved (for fixed-price projects).

Fees

• SmartStint charges a service fee (e.g., a % of project value).

• Freelancers receive payments via PayPal, bank transfer, or other supported methods.

Refunds

• Clients may request refunds for incomplete/unsatisfactory work.

• Disputes are resolved via SmartStint’s Resolution Center

3.3 Hourly vs. Fixed-Price Projects

• Hourly : Freelancers log hours via SmartStint’s time-tracking tool.

• Fixed-Price : Payments are released upon milestone completion.

4. Intellectual Property (IP)

Work Product

• Clients own IP rights to deliverables upon full payment.

• Freelancers retain rights to pre-existing work (e.g., templates, code libraries) unless otherwise agreed.

Licensing

• Specify usage rights for stock images, software, or third-party materials.

5. User Conduct and Prohibitions

Users must not:

• Engage in off-platform payments to avoid fees.

• Share contact details (e.g., email, phone numbers) before a contract is finalized.

• Post content violating intellectual property, privacy, or defamation laws.

• Use SmartStint for illegal activities (e.g., spamming, phishing, harassment).

6. Dispute Resolution

6.1 Mediation

• Use SmartStint’s Resolution Center to resolve conflicts (e.g., missed deadlines, payment disputes).

• Provide evidence (e.g., messages, work samples) to support claims.

6.2 Arbitration

• Unresolved disputes may be escalated to binding arbitration (per the American Arbitration Association rules).

• Class-action lawsuits are prohibited.

7. Termination

• By Users : You may delete your account at any time.

• By SmartStint : We may suspend/terminate accounts for violations (e.g., fraud, harassment).

• Post-Termination : Outstanding payments or obligations remain valid.

8. Limitation of Liability

SmartStint is not liable for:

• Losses due to user errors (e.g., incorrect payments, project delays).

• Content or actions of third parties.

• Total Liability : Limited to the fees paid by the affected user in the past 12 months.

9. Governing Law

• These Terms are governed by the laws of New York State.

• Legal disputes must be filed in courts located in New York State.

10. Modifications to Term

• We may update these Terms periodically. Changes take effect upon posting.

• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

For questions, contact:
Email : team@gigfor.com
Address : [339 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford, NY 10523.]