Free Work for Hire Agreement Template
Work for Hire Agreement
This Work for Hire Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between [YOUR NAME] hereinafter referred to as the "Contractor," and [CLIENT'S NAME] hereinafter referred to as the "Client," effective as of the [DATE].
1. Scope of Work
The Contractor agrees to perform the following services (the "Services") for the Client:
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Development of a mobile application for iOS and Android platforms.
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Design of user interface and user experience.
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Integration of payment gateway.
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Testing and debugging of the application.
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Delivery of final source code and documentation.
The Contractor shall complete the work within three months from the effective date of this Agreement.
2. Compensation
In consideration for the Services provided by the Contractor, the Client agrees to pay the Contractor the sum of $10,000. Payment shall be made in two installments: 50% upon commencement of work and 50% upon delivery of the final source code.
3. Ownership of Work
The Contractor agrees that all work produced in connection with the Services shall be considered a "work made for hire" under the U.S. Copyright Act. As such, all rights, title, and interest in and to the work shall belong exclusively to the Client upon completion, and the Contractor hereby assigns all such rights to the Client.
4. Confidentiality
The Contractor agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by the Client and shall not disclose such information to any third party without the prior written consent of the Client.
5. Representations and Warranties
The Contractor represents and warrants that:
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They have the necessary skills, expertise, and resources to perform the Services.
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The work produced will be original and free from any unauthorized use of third-party materials.
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They have the legal right to enter into this Agreement.
6. Indemnification
The Contractor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Client from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of or related to the Contractor's performance of the Services.
7. Termination
Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other party in the event of a material breach of any provision herein. Upon termination, the Client shall pay the Contractor for all Services rendered up to the date of termination.
8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising under or related to this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of California.
9. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties concerning the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
[YOUR NAME] (Contractor)
[DATE SIGNED]
[CLIENT'S NAME] (Client)
[DATE SIGNED]
