Legal & Policies

Last updated: February 9, 2026

These policies explain how SG Designs works: payment expectations, delivery, usage rights, and privacy. If anything here conflicts with your written invoice / statement of work, the invoice wins.

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1) General Terms

Who we are: SG Designs (the “Studio”) provides creative services and digital deliverables.
Who you are: You (“Client”) purchase services for personal or business use.
Age: You must be 18+ (or have a parent/guardian sign and pay on your behalf).
Communication: Email is the official channel unless your invoice states otherwise.

Nothing on this page is a promise of specific outcomes (likes, sales, streams, reach, etc.).

2) Scope, Timelines, Revisions

Scope: Your invoice / statement of work defines what’s included (deliverables, file types, revision rounds, intended use).
Timelines: Time estimates begin once the retainer/deposit is paid and required materials are received.
Revisions: Reasonable revisions are included as stated on your invoice. Extra rounds or major direction changes may be billed.
Rush work: Rush timelines are optional and may include a rush fee.

3) Payments

Booking: A non-refundable retainer/deposit is required to reserve time and begin work (unless your invoice says “pay in full”).
Final delivery: Final high‑resolution / print‑ready files are delivered after the invoice is paid in full.
Chargebacks: If a payment is disputed, delivery may pause until the dispute is resolved.
Taxes/fees: If applicable, platform fees and taxes may be added through your payment processor.

Tip: paying via Stripe provides receipts and clear recordkeeping for both sides.

4) Cancellations & Refunds

Retainers: Retainers/deposits are non-refundable once work begins, because that time is reserved and work starts immediately.
Client cancellation: If you cancel mid‑project, you’re responsible for (a) the retainer and (b) any completed work up to the cancellation date.
Studio cancellation: If SG Designs must cancel, you’ll receive a refund of any unearned fees.
Digital deliverables: Completed custom digital deliverables are generally not refundable once delivered.

5) Delivery & Printing

Delivery format: Deliverables are delivered digitally (download link, email, or client folder), unless otherwise stated.
No print services: SG Designs does not provide printing. If you print files, you’re responsible for print vendor choice, settings, and results.
Archiving: SG Designs may archive files for a limited time. Please back up your finals after delivery.

6) Usage Rights & Ownership (Plain‑Language)

Unless your invoice says “full rights transfer,” SG Designs keeps the underlying copyright to the artwork/music/design, and you receive a license to use the deliverables as described below.

Personal projects (portraits, coloring sheets, personal artwork): You may use and print for personal use. You may not resell, redistribute, or upload to stock/print‑on‑demand sites without a commercial license.
Business branding (logos/identity): After full payment, you receive an exclusive license to use the final approved logo/brand assets for your business. Working/source files (AI/PSD project files) are not included unless listed on the invoice.
Album art: After full payment, you receive a license to use the final artwork for the release(s) and platforms listed on your invoice (e.g., single/EP/album, streaming, social promo). Expanded uses require an expanded license.
Music / soundscapes: Site audio and SG Designs soundscapes are not licensed for reuse unless you purchase a separate license in writing.

Want commercial rights? No problem—SG Designs can quote a commercial license or transfer term based on your intended use.

7) Portfolio & Promotion

Portfolio use: SG Designs may display work (finals and selected previews) for portfolio/marketing.
Opt‑out: You can request portfolio opt‑out in writing before the project begins. Some projects (memorial/tribute) can be automatically treated as private on request.
Credits: Please do not remove watermarks from preview images unless the final files are delivered without one.

8) Third‑Party IP, Reference Materials, and Client Responsibility

Your materials: You confirm you own or have permission to use any photos, logos, brand assets, text, music, or references you provide.
Characters/brands: Requests involving copyrighted characters, logos, or trademarked brands may be declined unless you can show permission/licensing.
Likeness & consent: If your project includes another person’s likeness (especially minors), you confirm you have their consent (or are their parent/guardian).
AI‑assisted tools: SG Designs may use digital tools, including AI‑assisted tools, as part of the creative process. Deliverables are still reviewed and refined for quality and intent.

9) Limitations (Reasonable, Studio‑Friendly)

Cap: To the maximum extent allowed, SG Designs’ total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the specific service.
No consequential damages: SG Designs isn’t responsible for indirect losses (lost profits, lost opportunities, platform takedowns, etc.).
Good‑faith fix: If something is wrong due to an SG Designs mistake (wrong export, missing file), we’ll correct it.

7) Fan Content & Fandom Identities (Warhammer-Inspired)

SG Designs can create fan-made, original identity kits inspired by popular settings (for example: “Warhammer-inspired 40K”). These works are not official and SG Designs is not affiliated with Games Workshop.

What we will and won’t do

We will: create original names, mottos, emblems, banners, color palettes, and lore inspired by your vibe.
We won’t: copy official chapter symbols, faction logos, codex art, or any protected artwork you don’t own.

Client responsibility

You confirm you have permission to use any reference images or materials you submit.
If you want to use deliverables for a business/brand/merch, you must purchase the Commercial-use license add-on.

Note: This policy is for clarity and does not provide legal advice.

10) Privacy (Short + Clear)

What we collect: Contact info, project details you submit, and payment details handled by our processor.
How we use it: To communicate, deliver services, provide receipts, and keep business records.
Payments: Payments are processed by Stripe. SG Designs does not store your full card number.
Sharing: We don’t sell your information. We share it only with service providers needed to run the business (payment processing, email/hosting).
Retention: We keep information only as long as needed for service delivery, backups, and reasonable business records.

11) Contact

Questions about these terms or your license? Email hello@sgdesignscreative.com.