SEO Detailed Scope of Services
Fourlines Design Studio provides comprehensive SEO services to improve website visibility and traffic from major search engines. Our core SEO activities include but are not limited to: Extensive Keyword Research: We research and analyse keywords using multiple proven paid and free tools and techniques to identify the most relevant, high-traffic search terms that align with […]
Client Participation
To enable effective SEO services, clients agree to: Provide full administrative backend access to the website, including permission to make metadata, structural, technical and content changes needed for comprehensive optimisation, in the case where the website is not developed by us. Give access to website analytics platforms like Google Analytics, Search Console, etc. so we […]
SEO Limitations & Disclaimers
SEO services are based on an initial six (6) month contract. Services automatically renew after 6 months unless you provide written cancellation notice at least thirty (30) business days prior to renewal date. We do not guarantee specific rankings or traffic results due to changing search algorithms, competitiveness, seasonality, and other unpredictable external factors. However […]
Billing Schedule
We are sure that you understand how important it is for a small business, such as us, to pay the invoices we send you promptly. We are also confident that you will want to maintain a positive working relationship and keep your projects moving forward. Hence, you agree to stick tight to the payment schedule.
Invoicing & Payment Terms
We offer two invoicing methods for you: per milestone or a fifty-fifty (50-50) payment structure. You will be made aware of these options, and the selected method will be outlined in the Project Proposal or Scope of Work. Per Milestone Invoicing: The normal invoicing method will be per milestone, including all third-party costs required to […]
Client Agreement to Pay
You agree to settle the first invoice within five (5) working days before starting the project or services, which will act as the deposit for the project. After the first one, the final or every other invoice will have fifteen (15) to thirty (30) calendar days payment terms. See Payment Credit Terms.
Late Payment Terms
If the payment is not made within the delay given, we will charge a late payment fee of five percent (5%) per month on any overdue and unpaid balance not in dispute to cover the workforce, interest and other costs we pay for carrying outstanding invoices from you. We also reserve the right to stop […]
WordPress Website Development General Information
The development process for custom WordPress websites involves extensive research, planning, design, development, testing, and launch phases before the site goes live.
Discovery & Research
This initial phase focuses on understanding the client's business goals, target audiences, content needs, technical requirements, and more through UX/UI research methods. See Responsibilities of The Client (you) & The Supplier (us) for details on information clients must provide.
Wireframing & Design
We create sitemaps and user flow diagrams to plan site architecture. Wireframes layout page structure and client-approved branding elements are added to create visual mockups. See Revisions for details on the collaborative revision process.
Custom Development
Our developers build the WordPress site on secure staging servers, customising site architecture, functionality, integrations, and themes to match the approved specifications. See Staging Environments.
Quality Assurance (QA) Testing
Rigorous testing is performed to identify any bugs, errors, or compatibility issues before launch. All fixes and revisions must be completed before final approval. See Revisions.
