Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Hunter Michael website (huntermichaelseo.com) and any SEO services we provide. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

SEO Services

Service Scope

Hunter Michael provides search engine optimization services including but not limited to:

• Local SEO and Google Business Profile optimization
• Technical SEO audits and implementation
• Content strategy and SEO-optimized content creation
• National SEO and link building campaigns
• Website analytics and performance reporting

Specific services are detailed in individual service agreements or statements of work.

No Guarantees of Rankings

We do not guarantee specific search engine rankings, traffic levels, or business outcomes. SEO is influenced by numerous factors beyond our control, including:

• Search engine algorithm updates and changes
• Competitive landscape in your industry
• Website technical limitations or restrictions
• Client's implementation of recommendations

We guarantee transparent reporting, ethical strategies, and measurable progress toward mutually agreed goals, but not specific ranking positions.

Payment Terms

Pricing & Billing

Service pricing is outlined in your service agreement. Unless otherwise specified:

• Monthly retainer services are billed in advance on the 1st of each month
• One-time projects are billed 50% upfront, 50% upon completion
• Invoices are due within 15 days of receipt
• Late payments may incur a 1.5% monthly finance charge

Cancellation Policy

Unless otherwise specified in your service agreement:

• Monthly retainer services operate month-to-month with no long-term contracts (unless you opt for a discounted contract)
• Either party may cancel with 30 days written notice
• Services will continue through the end of the current billing period
• Refunds are not provided for partial months or cancellations mid-billing period

Client Responsibilities

To facilitate successful SEO services, you agree to:

• Provide timely access to website, analytics, and necessary accounts
• Implement recommended technical changes or grant us access to do so
• Respond to requests for information or approvals within reasonable timeframes
• Refrain from engaging in black-hat SEO tactics that could harm rankings
• Notify us of any changes to your website, business, or marketing strategy

Failure to fulfill these responsibilities may impact results and does not constitute grounds for refund.

Intellectual Property

Client-Created Content

Content created specifically for your website (blog posts, page copy, etc.) becomes your property upon full payment. We retain the right to showcase work samples in our portfolio unless otherwise agreed.

Our Intellectual Property

Our proprietary tools, methodologies, reports, and processes remain our intellectual property. You may not reproduce, distribute, or resell them without written permission.

Website Content

All content on huntermichaelseo.com, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission.

Confidentiality

We will not disclose your confidential business information to third parties without your consent, except:

• When necessary to provide services (e.g., sharing data with analytics platforms)
• When required by law or legal process
• In anonymized case studies where specific business details are removed

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Hunter Michael shall not be liable for:

• Lost revenue, profits, or business opportunities
• Search engine algorithm changes or penalties not caused by our actions
• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Issues arising from client's failure to implement recommendations

Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by you for services in the 3 months preceding the claim.

Disclaimers

Our services and website are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We disclaim all warranties including but not limited to:

• Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation of our website or tools

Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Omaha, Nebraska, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Each party shall bear its own costs and fees. The prevailing party in arbitration shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hunter Michael from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms
• Your violation of any law or third-party rights
• Content you provide that infringes intellectual property rights
• Your misuse of our services or website

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

For active service agreements, we will provide email notice of significant changes at least 30 days in advance.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Nebraska, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

How to Contact Us

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