NICHE CONTRACT ADDENDUMS ========================= SoloStack — solostack.madethis.app Free to use. No attribution required. These addendums attach to your base freelance contract (see freelance-contract- starter-kit.txt). They cover niche-specific terms your base contract doesn't address. Attach the relevant addendum as an exhibit to your main agreement. HOW TO USE: At the end of your base contract, add: "This Agreement includes the following Addendum, incorporated by reference: Addendum [X] — [Niche] Services" ================================================================================ ADDENDUM A: COPYWRITING / CONTENT SERVICES ================================================================================ Effective Date: _______________ Project/Engagement: ________________________________ Client: _______________________________________________ Freelancer: ___________________________________________ This Addendum supplements the Freelance Services Agreement dated ____________ and governs all copywriting, content writing, ghostwriting, and editorial services provided under that Agreement. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── A1. USAGE RIGHTS MATRIX ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── The content delivered under this Agreement is licensed for the following uses. Check all that apply (both parties initial): [ ] WEB USE — Publication on Client's website, blog, and landing pages Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ [ ] SOCIAL MEDIA — Posting on Client's social media profiles Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ [ ] PRINT — Brochures, flyers, advertising materials, printed publications Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ [ ] EMAIL MARKETING — Client's email newsletters and sequences Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ [ ] PAID ADVERTISING — Use in paid media (Google Ads, Facebook Ads, etc.) Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ [ ] EXCLUSIVITY — Freelancer will not write similar content for direct competitors for [___] months after delivery. Competitors covered: _________________________________ Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ [ ] FULL RIGHTS — All commercial uses worldwide, in perpetuity Client initials: _______ Freelancer initials: _______ USES NOT CHECKED ABOVE require a separate written agreement and additional fee. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── A2. WORD COUNT SPECIFICATION ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Deliverable Word Count Range Price per Piece ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [Blog post / article] [1,000–1,500 words] $[AMOUNT] [Landing page copy] [500–800 words] $[AMOUNT] [Email newsletter] [300–500 words] $[AMOUNT] [Social media caption] [50–150 words] $[AMOUNT] [Product description] [150–300 words] $[AMOUNT] Word counts are approximate. Content may run up to 15% over or under the stated range without affecting the fee. Content requests exceeding the range by more than 15% will be discussed and may incur an additional fee. Source research and expert interviews are [included / not included — circle one]. SEO keyword optimization is [included / not included — circle one]. Internal linking is [Client's responsibility / included — circle one]. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── A3. GHOSTWRITING CLAUSE ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── [Use this section ONLY if Client will publish the content under their own name or a third party's name] This engagement includes ghostwriting services. Client understands and agrees: a) Freelancer will create original content that Client may publish under Client's own name, byline, or brand without attribution to Freelancer. b) Freelancer agrees not to publicly disclose, claim credit for, or reference this ghostwriting engagement without Client's explicit written consent. c) Upon full payment, all rights to use the content as Client's own pass to Client as described in the usage rights section above. d) Freelancer's standard non-disclosure obligations (base contract, Section 8) apply to all information shared during the ghostwriting process. e) Freelancer may reference this engagement to potential clients in general terms only (e.g., "I do ghostwriting for executives in the [INDUSTRY] space") without identifying Client. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── A4. FACT-CHECKING AND ACCURACY ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Client is responsible for reviewing all deliverables for factual accuracy, regulatory compliance, and legal accuracy before publication. Freelancer will conduct general research but is not responsible for errors arising from inaccurate information provided by Client or for regulatory or legal compliance in Client's specific industry. ================================================================================ ADDENDUM B: GRAPHIC DESIGN / VISUAL SERVICES ================================================================================ Effective Date: _______________ Project/Engagement: ________________________________ Client: _______________________________________________ Freelancer: ___________________________________________ This Addendum supplements the Freelance Services Agreement dated ____________ and governs all graphic design, branding, illustration, and visual services. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── B1. FILE FORMAT DELIVERY SPECIFICATION ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Upon completion and full payment, Freelancer will deliver the following files: Final Production Files: [ ] PDF (print-ready, CMYK, with bleed marks if applicable) [ ] PNG (RGB, transparent background, 300 DPI for print / 72 DPI for web) [ ] JPG (RGB, web-optimized) [ ] SVG (vector, web/print scalable) [ ] EPS (vector, print/professional use) [ ] Other: ___________________ Source/Editable Files: [ ] AI (Adobe Illustrator) — version: ______ [ ] PSD (Adobe Photoshop) — version: ______ [ ] INDD (Adobe InDesign) — version: ______ [ ] Figma (link to file with view/edit permissions) [ ] Sketch [ ] Other: ___________________ FILE DELIVERY NOTE: Source files are [included / not included — circle one] in the base project fee. If not included, source file delivery is available for an additional fee of $[AMOUNT]. Freelancer retains source files for [30] days after delivery. After that, source files may be deleted. Client is responsible for requesting source files within this window. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── B2. FONT LICENSING NOTICE ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Typography used in this project: Primary Typeface: ___________________ License type: ______________________ Secondary Typeface: _________________ License type: ______________________ Accent Typeface: ____________________ License type: ______________________ IMPORTANT — FONT LICENSE RESPONSIBILITY: Freelancer uses licensed typefaces in design work. These licenses cover Freelancer's personal use in creating and delivering the design. Client is responsible for obtaining their own licenses for any fonts required for: (a) editing the source files; (b) use in web deployment (web font licenses); (c) use in applications or products distributed at scale. Freelancer will provide font names and licensing sources; Client is responsible for purchasing licenses as appropriate for their use case. Freelancer is not liable for Client's use of fonts in ways that exceed licensed permissions. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── B3. REVISION TRACKING SHEET ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Complete this form for each revision request. Submit as a single document (not via individual emails, chats, or calls) to qualify as one revision round. REVISION ROUND #: _______ Date submitted: _______________ Deliverable being revised: _______________________________________ Requested changes: 1. Page/element: _____________ Change: _________________________________ 2. Page/element: _____________ Change: _________________________________ 3. Page/element: _____________ Change: _________________________________ 4. Page/element: _____________ Change: _________________________________ 5. Page/element: _____________ Change: _________________________________ (Continue as needed — all changes submitted together = 1 revision round) Is this a revision (within original direction) or a new direction change? [ ] Revision — within original brief [ ] Direction change — new concept or major departure (subject to additional fee) Client signature: ________________________ Date: ______________ Freelancer notes: ________________________________________ ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── B4. PROOFING RESPONSIBILITY ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Client is responsible for proofing all text, names, contact information, and other content before approval. Freelancer will alert Client to obvious errors as a courtesy. Corrections to approved files (spelling, phone numbers, addresses, etc.) are billable at Freelancer's hourly rate. ================================================================================ ADDENDUM C: WEB DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ================================================================================ Effective Date: _______________ Project/Engagement: ________________________________ Client: _______________________________________________ Freelancer: ___________________________________________ This Addendum supplements the Freelance Services Agreement dated ____________ and governs all web development, application development, and related services. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── C1. BUG FIX WINDOW ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Freelancer warrants that delivered code will perform as specified in the Statement of Work for a period of [30] days following final acceptance ("Warranty Period"). During the Warranty Period, Freelancer will: a) Fix verified bugs that prevent features from working as specified, at no additional charge. b) Respond to bug reports within [2] business days. c) Complete critical bug fixes within [5] business days. d) Complete non-critical bug fixes within [10] business days. BUGS vs. FEATURES: A bug is a defect in implemented functionality. A bug is NOT: a feature that wasn't included in the original scope, a new feature request, a preference change, or a change in requirements after approval. These are handled via Change Order. After the Warranty Period, bug fixes and maintenance are billed at $[RATE]/hour. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── C2. BROWSER AND DEVICE COMPATIBILITY SCOPE ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── The delivered work will be tested and function properly in the following browsers and devices: Desktop Browsers: [ ] Chrome (latest 2 versions) [ ] Firefox (latest 2 versions) [ ] Safari (latest 2 versions on macOS) [ ] Edge (latest 2 versions) [ ] Internet Explorer [11 / not supported — circle one] Mobile Browsers: [ ] iOS Safari (iPhone [12+] and above) [ ] Chrome on Android ([version range]) [ ] Other: ___________________ Screen Resolutions: [ ] Mobile: 375px–428px [ ] Tablet: 768px–1024px [ ] Desktop: 1280px–1920px [ ] Large Desktop: 2560px+ NOT INCLUDED in compatibility testing: browsers or devices not listed above, operating systems older than [3] years, custom enterprise browser configurations. Issues on unlisted browsers/devices are billable fixes. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── C3. HOSTING AND MAINTENANCE SCOPE EXCLUSION ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── This Agreement covers the development and delivery of the specified web application/site only. The following are EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED and are Client's responsibility unless covered by a separate Maintenance Agreement: a) Web hosting, server setup, and ongoing server management b) Domain name registration and renewal c) SSL certificate procurement and renewal d) Database backups (beyond initial setup) e) Security monitoring and patching f) CMS/plugin/software updates after the Warranty Period g) Performance optimization for Client-added content after delivery h) Third-party API maintenance (if those APIs change after delivery) i) Content updates, new pages, or new features Freelancer offers a monthly maintenance plan at $[RATE]/month covering [describe what's included]. Contact Freelancer to discuss. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── C4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND DEPENDENCIES ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── This project may use third-party services, libraries, or APIs. Client agrees: a) Required third-party accounts and their associated fees are Client's responsibility (e.g., hosting, payment processors, email services). b) Freelancer is not responsible for changes, outages, or discontinuation of third-party services after delivery. c) Freelancer will disclose all third-party dependencies before or during development. ================================================================================ ADDENDUM D: SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT SERVICES ================================================================================ Effective Date: _______________ Engagement Period: _____________ to _____________ Client: _______________________________________________ Freelancer: ___________________________________________ This Addendum supplements the Freelance Services Agreement dated ____________ and governs ongoing social media management services. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── D1. PLATFORM ACCESS PROTOCOL ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Platforms covered under this Agreement: [ ] Instagram Handle: ___________________ [ ] Facebook Page: ____________________ [ ] LinkedIn Profile/Page: _____________ [ ] Twitter/X Handle: ___________________ [ ] TikTok Handle: ___________________ [ ] Pinterest Profile: _________________ [ ] Other: ___________________ ACCESS METHOD: [ ] Freelancer uses scheduling tool (specify): ____________________ Client grants access via: ____________________________________ [ ] Client provides login credentials (Freelancer agrees to use MFA if available and not to share credentials) [ ] Client grants collaborator/manager access (preferred for security) SECURITY: Freelancer will use a secure password manager and will not share login credentials with third parties. Upon termination, Freelancer will immediately revoke access and return all credentials. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── D2. POSTING FREQUENCY SPECIFICATION ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Platform Posts/Week Content Types Approval Required? ------------------------------------------------------------------ Instagram [X] [Feed/Reel/Story] [Yes/No] Facebook [X] [Post/Story] [Yes/No] LinkedIn [X] [Post/Article] [Yes/No] Twitter/X [X] [Tweet/Thread] [Yes/No] TikTok [X] [Video] [Yes/No] CONTENT CALENDAR: Freelancer will provide a monthly content calendar by [DAY] of each month for the following month. Client has [3] business days to approve, request changes, or flag concerns. After the review window, content is approved for scheduling unless Client objects in writing. CONTENT CREATION INCLUDED: [ ] Copywriting / captions [ ] Static graphic design [ ] Short-form video editing (under [60] seconds) [ ] Story/Reel creation [ ] Hashtag research and strategy [ ] Community management (responding to comments/DMs) — [X] hours/month CONTENT CREATION NOT INCLUDED (unless specified above): Long-form video, paid advertising campaigns, photography/videography, PR outreach, influencer management, or platform-specific ad management. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── D3. ACCOUNT OWNERSHIP CLAUSE ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── All social media accounts, profiles, followers, and content posted under Client's brand belong to Client at all times. Freelancer is a service provider, not an account owner. Upon termination of this Agreement: a) Freelancer will transfer all account access, passwords, and publishing permissions to Client within [2] business days. b) Freelancer will delete Client's credentials from Freelancer's systems. c) Scheduled content that has not been published may be transferred or deleted at Client's direction. d) Content created by Freelancer is governed by the IP assignment clause in the base Agreement (payment = IP transfer). ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── D4. PERFORMANCE DISCLAIMER ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Social media performance (reach, engagement, follower growth, sales) depends on factors outside Freelancer's direct control, including platform algorithm changes, industry trends, paid ad spend, product/service quality, and market conditions. Freelancer makes no guarantees of specific performance outcomes. Freelancer will use professional best practices, current platform knowledge, and strategic content planning. Reporting will be provided [monthly / weekly] covering [metrics to be agreed]. If Client's performance targets are not being met, Freelancer will proactively discuss strategy adjustments in writing. ================================================================================ ADDENDUM E: CONSULTING / STRATEGY SERVICES ================================================================================ Effective Date: _______________ Engagement Type: [ ] Project-based [ ] Ongoing Retainer Client: _______________________________________________ Freelancer: ___________________________________________ This Addendum supplements the Freelance Services Agreement dated ____________ and governs all consulting, advisory, fractional executive, and strategy services. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── E1. ADVICE-NOT-ADVICE DISCLAIMER (SCOPE OF ENGAGEMENT) ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Freelancer provides business consulting, strategy, and advisory services. Freelancer is not a licensed attorney, CPA, financial advisor, or medical professional. Nothing in this engagement constitutes legal advice, tax advice, investment advice, financial planning advice, or any other regulated professional advice. Client is responsible for: a) Seeking licensed professional advice for legal, tax, financial, medical, or regulatory matters. b) Independently verifying all recommendations before implementing them. c) All business decisions made based on Freelancer's recommendations. Freelancer's liability is limited to the fees paid under this Agreement (see Limitation of Liability clause in base contract). ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── E2. SCOPE OF ENGAGEMENT BOUNDARY ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── This consulting engagement covers the following areas: [List specific business areas, functions, or questions covered] 1. _______________________________________________ 2. _______________________________________________ 3. _______________________________________________ EXPLICITLY NOT COVERED in this engagement: [ ] Legal strategy or document review [ ] Tax planning or financial reporting [ ] HR/employment matters [ ] Regulated industries (healthcare, finance, legal — specify): __________ [ ] Day-to-day operational management (Client retains decision authority) [ ] Implementation (Freelancer advises; Client implements, unless specified) DELIVERABLES vs. ADVICE DISTINCTION: The following are concrete deliverables (tangible documents): _______________________________________________ The following are advisory services (recommendations, not deliverables): _______________________________________________ Advisory services do not guarantee outcomes. Deliverables are complete when delivered; advisory conclusions may evolve as new information emerges. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── E3. NON-COMPETE PARAMETERS ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── [Note: True non-competes for independent contractors are unenforceable in many states. This section is crafted as a narrow, reasonable restriction that is more likely to be enforceable.] During the term of this engagement and for [6] months following its conclusion, Freelancer agrees not to provide consulting services to the following named direct competitors of Client: 1. _______________________________________________ 2. _______________________________________________ 3. _______________________________________________ This restriction is limited to the specific companies named above and the specific services provided under this Agreement. It does not restrict Freelancer from working in the same industry generally, consulting for companies not listed, or providing different services to companies in the same general market. In exchange for this restriction, Client agrees to [pay an additional $[AMOUNT] / provide a [X]-month minimum engagement commitment — choose one and fill in]. Freelancer may request modification of this list if named competitors are added or removed from the market, or if the restriction materially impairs Freelancer's ability to operate their business. ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── E4. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION IN STRATEGY WORK ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Consulting engagements often involve deeply sensitive business information. In addition to the base contract NDA, the parties specifically agree: a) Client's strategic plans, competitive analysis, financial projections, and unreleased product roadmaps are Confidential Information. b) Freelancer will not use Client's proprietary strategic approaches as the basis for advice to competing clients. c) General industry knowledge, frameworks, and best practices that Freelancer develops through their consulting practice remain Freelancer's property and may be shared with other clients in non-identifying form. d) Client's proprietary customer data, if shared with Freelancer, will be used only for the purposes of this engagement and will not be retained after engagement conclusion. SIGNATURE AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Both parties acknowledge they have read this Addendum and agree it supplements the base Freelance Services Agreement. FREELANCER: _____________________________________ Date: ______________ CLIENT: _________________________________________ Date: ______________ ================================================================================ END OF NICHE CONTRACT ADDENDUMS SoloStack — Free Business Templates for Freelancers More templates at: solostack.madethis.app ================================================================================