Refund & Cancellation Policy

Last updated: January 14, 2026

Clear, honest terms for our web design, hosting, and creative services. We believe in transparency - please read this policy before engaging our services.

Important Notice

Please read this policy carefully before signing any agreement. By engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined below.

No Returns Policy

Due to the custom nature of our services, we do not offer returns on the following:

Website Development

All website design, development, and related work is non-returnable once work has commenced.

Web Hosting

Hosting services are provided month-to-month and are non-refundable for any period of service rendered.

Logo Design & One-Off Projects

Creative work including logos, graphics, and standalone projects are non-returnable once approved.

3-Day Cancellation Window

Cancellation must be done within 3 business days of contract signing

Important: Even if you cancel within the 3-day window, no refund will be issued as we begin work immediately upon contract signing (Day 1).

Day 1 work includes:

  • Initial project setup and planning
  • Resource allocation and scheduling
  • Domain and hosting configuration
  • Initial design concepts and wireframing

Deposits & Milestone Payments

50%

Required deposit to begin work

Non-Refundable Deposit

Once you approve initial work and we submit for Milestone One payment (the deposit), this amount becomes completely non-refundable, regardless of whether you continue with the project.

Milestone One completion includes:

  • Initial design mockups presented and reviewed
  • Project scope and requirements documented
  • Development environment setup completed
  • Client approval received to proceed

Cancellation Fee Structure

20%

Cancellation fee on prorated project value

Example Scenario

Project Total:$1,500
Deposit Paid (50%):$750

If you cancel after Milestone One:

  • $750 deposit is non-refundable
  • Additional 20% fee on remaining work
  • All completed work must be paid

Web Hosting Services

Our hosting operates on a month-to-month basis:

No long-term contractsCancel anytime with no penalty
No prorated refundsWe do not refund partial months
Service continuesActive until end of billing period
30-day notice recommendedFor smooth website transition

Logo Design & One-Off Projects

50% deposit required to begin work
Deposit becomes non-refundable upon approval
Same 20% cancellation fee applies after approval
All approved work is billable regardless of use

Policy Summary

ServiceRefundCancellation
Website DevelopmentNo refunds3-day window + 20% fee
Web HostingNo refundsMonth-to-month
Logo DesignNo refunds after approval20% fee after milestone
DepositsNon-refundableN/A

How to Request Cancellation

1

Send a written request to hello@friendlywebdesigns.com

2

Include your name, business name, and project details

3

We'll respond within 2 business days with confirmation

4

Final invoices are due within 7 days

Questions About This Policy?

We're happy to clarify any terms before you sign an agreement.