Terms of Service

These Terms of Service (“TOS”) govern your access to and use of Gulf Coast Company’s website, platform, and services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to these TOS and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use our Services.

1. Acceptance and Modification

1.1 Acceptance: Your first use of any part of our Services constitutes your acceptance of these TOS.
1.2 Modifications: We may modify these TOS at any time by posting revised Terms on our website. Changes take effect upon posting. Your continued use after posting constitutes acceptance. We will notify you of material changes via email or in-app notice.

2. Scope of Services

2.1 Services: Gulf Coast Company provides branding, website development, marketing, and related consulting services as described on our website.
2.2 Eligibility: You represent you have authority to bind the entity you represent and are at least 18 years of age.

3. Accounts and Security

3.1 Account Registration: To access certain features, you may register for an account. You must provide accurate information.
3.2 Security: You are responsible for safeguarding your credentials. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.

4. Fees, Payment and Refunds

4.1 Fees: Fees for Services are set forth in separate agreements. All fees are non-refundable except as expressly provided.
4.2 Payment: Invoices are due per the terms in your agreement. Late payments incur a 1.5% monthly interest charge.
4.3 Refunds and Cancellation: All deposits and retainers are non-refundable. If you cancel Services after commencement, you remain responsible for all resource costs, team hours at $125/hr, and forfeiture of any discounts or promotions.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Company IP: All content, code, designs, graphics, and materials developed prior to or outside your engagement remain the sole property of Gulf Coast Company.
5.2 Deliverables License: Upon full payment, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to use project Deliverables per your agreement.
5.3 Restrictions: You shall not reverse engineer, sublicense, or distribute our IP or Deliverables beyond the scope of your license.
5.4 Enforcement: Gulf Coast Company aggressively enforces its IP rights, including through legal action and injunctive relief.

6. Confidentiality

6.1 Definition: “Confidential Information” means non-public information disclosed by either party.
6.2 Obligations: Each party shall protect Confidential Information with at least the same degree of care as its own and use it solely for performance of Services.
6.3 Exclusions: Information that is public, rightfully received, or independently developed is not confidential.

7. Warranties, Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 Warranties: We warrant that Services will be performed professionally and in line with industry standards.
7.2 Disclaimers: Except as expressly stated, all warranties are disclaimed, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
7.3 Liability Cap: Our liability for any claim is limited to the greater of fees paid or $5,000. We exclude indirect, incidental, and consequential damages.

8. Indemnification

8.1 Your Indemnity: You shall indemnify Gulf Coast Company against claims arising from your materials, data, or violation of these TOS.
8.2 Our Indemnity: We shall indemnify you against third-party claims that our Services infringe intellectual property rights.

9. Termination

9.1 For Cause: Either party may terminate for material breach if not cured within 15 days’ notice.
9.2 Effect of Termination: Upon termination, you must cease use of all Deliverables and return or destroy all confidential materials.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law: These TOS and any dispute arise under the laws of [State], without regard to conflict of laws.
10.2 Dispute Resolution: Parties will attempt good-faith negotiation, then mediation in [City], and if unresolved, binding arbitration under AAA rules in [County].

11. Miscellaneous

11.1 Assignment: You may not assign these TOS without our prior written consent.
11.2 Severability: If any provision is unenforceable, the remainder shall survive.
11.3 Entire Agreement: These TOS, along with your service contract, constitute the entire agreement.
11.4 Notices: Notices shall be sent by email or certified mail to the addresses in your contract.

By using our Services, you acknowledge you have read and agree to these Terms of Service.

For questions, contact projects@gulfcoastcompany.com.

Revised: Jun 30, 2025