Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Business Name: Sara Does Search
Website: www.saradoessearch.com

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

These Terms apply to all visitors, clients, and users of our services.

2. Services

We provide website design, search engine optimization (SEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and related digital strategy services.

All services are governed by separate written agreements, proposals, or contracts provided to clients prior to project commencement. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and a signed client agreement, the signed agreement shall control.

3. No Guarantees

While we use industry best practices and strategic methods to improve visibility and performance, we do not guarantee:

  • Specific search engine rankings

  • Placement in featured snippets or AI-generated results

  • Traffic volume increases

  • Lead or revenue outcomes

Search engine algorithms and AI systems are controlled by third parties and may change at any time.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

  • All original content, designs, and deliverables created for clients become the property of the client upon full payment.

  • We retain the right to display completed work in our portfolio and marketing materials unless otherwise agreed.

Website content, branding, and materials on this website may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.

5. Payment Terms

Project fees, retainers, and payment schedules are outlined in individual client agreements.

Failure to make timely payments may result in:

  • Paused work

  • Delayed deliverables

  • Suspension of services

All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in a signed agreement.

6. Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

  • Provide timely access to necessary information, content, and approvals

  • Ensure the accuracy of information supplied

  • Maintain necessary access to hosting, domains, and third-party platforms

Delays in communication or approvals may impact project timelines.

7. Third-Party Platforms

We may work with third-party platforms including but not limited to:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Analytics services

  • Search engines

  • AI tools

  • Payment processors

We are not responsible for outages, policy changes, or performance issues caused by third-party platforms.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Business interruptions

  • Loss of data, revenue, or profits

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

9. Website Use

You agree not to:

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to this website

  • Use this website for unlawful purposes

  • Copy, scrape, or misuse content

We reserve the right to restrict access to the website at our discretion.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate services or website access if these Terms are violated or if unlawful or unethical behavior is identified.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Iowa, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Sara Does Search
saragermain41@gmail.com
Cedar Rapids, IA