Service / Contractor Agreement

Free service / contractor agreement template in plain text, ready to paste into Word or Google Docs. Covers scope of work, fees and payment, term, intellectual property, confidentiality, breach and governing law — for freelancers and clients.

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SERVICE AGREEMENT

This Agreement is made between:
  Client ("Party A"): [name]   ID/Reg. No.: [   ]
  Contractor ("Party B"): [name]   ID/Reg. No.: [   ]

1. Scope of Work
   Party B shall complete the following for Party A: [describe deliverables and specifications].

2. Fees & Payment
   2.1 Total fee: [   ] (incl./excl. tax).
   2.2 [   ]% on signing, [   ]% on acceptance.
   2.3 Payment due within [   ] days of invoice.

3. Term
   From [date] to [date]. Extensions require written agreement.

4. Acceptance
   Party A shall review within [   ] days of delivery; no response within that period is deemed acceptance.

5. Intellectual Property
   IP in the deliverables transfers to Party A upon full payment; Party B retains the right to be credited.

6. Confidentiality
   Each party shall keep the other's confidential information and personal data secret and use it only for this project.

7. Breach
   If a party breaches and fails to cure within the notice period, the other may terminate and claim damages.

8. Governing Law
   This Agreement is governed by the laws of [jurisdiction], with [court] as the court of first instance.

Signed:
  Party A: ________________  Date: ____/__/__
  Party B: ________________  Date: ____/__/__

* This template is for reference only and is not legal advice. Have a lawyer review important agreements.

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How to use

1Download the text file and paste it into Word or Google Docs.
2Replace the bracketed [ ] placeholders with the actual details.
3Adjust the fee, term and clauses to match the work.
4Both parties sign and keep a copy.

FAQ

Is this contract legally binding?

It provides a common clause structure for reference; enforceability depends on what you fill in and how it's signed. For high-value matters, have a lawyer review it first.

Can I add or remove clauses?

Yes — adjust scope, fees, acceptance and breach terms to fit your deal, and consult a professional when needed.

Does it cover IP ownership?

Yes, there's an IP clause assigning rights to the client upon full payment. Edit it to match your arrangement.