STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

1. Acceptance of Terms. The client explicitly waives its own standard terms and conditions, even if these were drawn up after these standard terms and conditions of sale. In order to be valid, any derogation must be expressly agreed to in advance in writing by an authorized representative of Longhorn Web Solutions.
2. Payment Terms. All invoices are payable in accordance with the payment terms specified on the invoice or in the applicable order or service agreement. Payment terms may vary by client, project, or service type and will be clearly stated on each invoice.
3. Late Payment. In the event of non-payment by the due date specified on the invoice:
   • A late fee of 1.5% per month (18% per annum) will accrue on all outstanding balances beginning the day after the due date.
   • Longhorn Web Solutions reserves the right to suspend any or all services, including but not limited to website hosting, maintenance, support, and ongoing development work, without prior notice until all outstanding balances are paid in full.
   • The client shall remain liable for all fees and charges incurred prior to suspension, and suspension of services shall not relieve the client of any payment obligations.
   • Longhorn Web Solutions may, at its sole discretion, require prepayment or a deposit before resuming services or commencing new work.
4. Collection and Legal Costs. If a payment remains outstanding more than sixty (60) days after the due date, Longhorn Web Solutions reserves the right to engage collection services or pursue legal remedies. The client agrees to pay all costs of collection, including but not limited to reasonable attorney's fees, court costs, collection agency fees, and any other expenses incurred in the collection of amounts due.
5. Withholding Taxes. Certain countries apply withholding at source on the amount of invoices in accordance with their internal legislation. Any withholding at source will be paid by the client to the applicable tax authorities. Under no circumstances shall Longhorn Web Solutions be involved in costs related to a country's legislation. The amount of the invoice will therefore be due to Longhorn Web Solutions in its entirety and does not include any costs relating to the legislation of the country in which the client is located.
6. Service Obligations. Longhorn Web Solutions undertakes to do its best to supply performant services in due time in accordance with agreed timeframes. However, none of its obligations shall be considered as being an obligation to achieve results. Longhorn Web Solutions cannot under any circumstances be required by the client to appear as a third party in the context of any claim for damages filed against the client by an end consumer.
7. Claims. In order for any claim to be admissible, Longhorn Web Solutions must be notified by means of a letter sent by recorded delivery to its registered office within eight (8) days of the delivery of the goods or the provision of services.
8. Ownership and Intellectual Property. Until full payment has been received for all services and deliverables, Longhorn Web Solutions retains ownership of all work product, including but not limited to designs, code, content, and other materials created for the client. Transfer of ownership and applicable licenses shall occur only upon receipt of final payment.
9. Termination for Non-Payment. Longhorn Web Solutions reserves the right to terminate any agreement or ongoing service relationship if payment is not received within thirty (30) days of the due date. Upon termination, all outstanding amounts become immediately due and payable, and Longhorn Web Solutions shall have no further obligation to provide services or deliverables.
10. Governing Law. All contractual relations will be governed exclusively by the laws of the State of Texas, United States. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Travis County, Texas.