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Terms and Conditions

Updated: 01 Sept, 2025

1. DEFINITIONS

These Terms and Conditions form a legal agreement between Illusion CGI (hereafter “Developer”) and the Client for design or development services. They outline the provisions under which the Client may use the services provided.

2. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

Quotations are valid for thirty (30) days from the date of issue. All projects require a non-refundable retainer or advance (deposit) of between twenty-five percent (25%) and fifty percent (50%) of the total project cost, unless otherwise agreed at the Developer’s sole discretion. This retainer secures the Developer’s time and availability and shall not be refunded in the event of cancellation by the Client. The Client agrees to verify invoice details and retain a copy for their records. 

Projects with a total cost exceeding £2500-00 may be invoiced in stages, subject to mutual agreement between the Developer and the Client.

All work is subject to a minimum charge of £45-00.

Copyright of final images or videos created by the Developer will be granted to the Client upon final payment. Source files (working files) are not provided unless pre-agreed. Resale or distribution of completed files is prohibited without prior written consent from the Developer. 

The Client guarantees that all media and content supplied to the Developer are owned by the Client or used with full permission. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold the Developer harmless from any claims arising from the use of supplied media.

4. MATERIAL

The Developer reserves the right to refuse materials that:

  • Are unlawful or inappropriate.
  • Contain viruses or hostile programs.
  • Constitute harassment, racism, violence, obscenity, harmful intent, or spamming.
  • Constitute a criminal offence or infringe privacy or copyright.

5. PROJECTS

Additional work requested outside the agreed quotation may require additional payment, to be agreed beforehand. Any such additional work may affect project timelines and delivery.

6. PAYMENT TERMS

All invoices must be paid in full within 14 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed. If a project is suspended indefinitely by the Client, or if the Client fails to provide necessary information within 14 days of a request, the Developer reserves the right to invoice for all work completed up to that point. 

All non-payments will be recovered, and any costs incurred will be added to the outstanding amount.

7. LIABILITY AND WARRANTY DISCLAIMER

The Developer is not liable for failure to carry out services due to causes beyond its control, including acts of God, telecommunications problems, software or hardware failures, third-party interference, government action, industrial strikes, riots, terrorism, war, or actions of third parties. 

Upon handover, the Client assumes responsibility for ensuring all files function correctly. The Developer is not liable for any financial losses, including lost business, profit, revenue, contract, data, or potential savings.

8. INDEMNIFICATION

The Client agrees to use Developer services at their own risk and will indemnify and hold the Developer harmless from any claims, liabilities, costs, or losses, including legal fees, arising directly or indirectly from services provided or any products sold by the Client or third parties. This includes any injury to persons or property, copyright or proprietary infringements, misinformation, defective products, or harmful services.

9. NONDISCLOSURE

The Developer and its associates agree not to disclose confidential information except as directed by the Client. Similarly, the Client agrees not to disclose any confidential information about the Developer to third parties.

10. TERMINATION

  1. Notice of Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement by giving 14 days’ written notice to the other party.
  2. Immediate Termination by the Developer. The Developer may terminate this Agreement immediately on written notice if the Client:
    1. fails to make any payment when due;
    2. commits a material breach of this Agreement and does not remedy that breach within 7 days of receiving written notice requiring it to do so; or
    3. becomes insolvent, enters into bankruptcy, or has an administrator, receiver, or similar officer appointed over it.
  3. Fees, Expenses, and Retainer on Termination. Upon termination for any reason:
    1. The Client shall immediately pay the Developer for all work performed and expenses incurred up to the effective date of termination, including any non-refundable third-party costs and any fees for partially completed milestones.
    2. Any retainer or advance payment (deposit) made by the Client shall be non-refundable and deemed forfeited.
  4. Rights and Licences. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, any licences or rights granted to the Client under this Agreement shall immediately cease on termination. The Developer may retain copies of any work completed for record-keeping and compliance purposes.
  5. Accrued Rights and Survival. Termination shall not affect any rights, liabilities, or obligations that have accrued prior to termination. Clauses which by their nature are intended to survive termination (including but not limited to payment, confidentiality, limitation of liability, and intellectual property provisions) shall survive termination.
  6. Remedies. The rights and remedies provided in this clause are cumulative and do not limit any other rights or remedies available under this Agreement or at law.

11. INTERPRETATION

The Developer reserves the right to terminate a project if the Client breaches these Terms and Conditions. No refunds will be given in such situations. This agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales, with exclusive jurisdiction in English courts. If any term is held void or unenforceable, remaining terms will remain valid. 

The Developer may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. By accepting a quotation or making payment, the Client confirms they have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions.