Terms and Conditions

Welcome to Sonic Bloom Studios. These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of Sonic Bloom Studios' services, located at 123 Congress Avenue, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78701. By accessing or using our services, you accept these terms and conditions in full. If you disagree with these terms and conditions or any part of these terms and conditions, you must not use our services.

1. Definitions

In these terms and conditions, the following definitions apply:

2. Usage Rights

Upon full payment for the Services, Sonic Bloom Studios grants the Client a non-exclusive, perpetual license to use the final podcast product for any lawful purpose. This includes, but is not limited to, distribution, monetization, and promotion. Sonic Bloom Studios retains the right to use excerpts of the final podcast product for promotional purposes, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

The Client warrants that they own or have the necessary licenses, rights, consents, and permissions to use and authorize Sonic Bloom Studios to use all Content provided by the Client. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold Sonic Bloom Studios harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from the use of Client-provided Content.

3. Payment Terms

Payment terms are outlined in the individual service agreement or invoice provided to the Client. A deposit may be required to secure the Services. The remaining balance is due upon completion of the Services. Late payments may be subject to interest charges at a rate of 1.5% per month, or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower. Sonic Bloom Studios reserves the right to suspend or terminate Services for non-payment.

4. Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made more than 72 hours before a scheduled recording session will receive a full refund of any deposit paid. Cancellations made within 72 hours of a scheduled recording session will forfeit the deposit. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may incur additional fees.

5. Liability

Sonic Bloom Studios is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from the use of our Services. Our liability is limited to the amount paid by the Client for the Services. We are not responsible for the content of your podcast or any claims arising from it. The Client is solely responsible for ensuring their podcast complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

Sonic Bloom Studios provides its Services "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that our Services will be uninterrupted or error-free.

7. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these terms and conditions or the Services shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to submit the dispute to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association in Austin, Texas. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding. The cost of arbitration shall be shared equally by the parties.

8. Intellectual Property

Sonic Bloom Studios retains all intellectual property rights in and to its trademarks, logos, and other proprietary materials. The Client retains all intellectual property rights in and to their Content, subject to the license granted in Section 2.

9. Confidentiality

Sonic Bloom Studios agrees to keep confidential any non-public information provided by the Client. The Client agrees to keep confidential any non-public information provided by Sonic Bloom Studios, including but not limited to pricing and production techniques.

10. Termination

Sonic Bloom Studios may terminate the Agreement if the Client breaches these terms and conditions or engages in conduct that is harmful to our reputation. The Client may terminate the Agreement upon written notice. Upon termination, the Client shall pay for all Services rendered up to the date of termination.

11. Governing Law

These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

12. Amendments

Sonic Bloom Studios reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Any amendments will be posted on our website and will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our Services after any such amendments constitutes your acceptance of the new terms and conditions.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please contact us at:

Sonic Bloom Studios
123 Congress Avenue, Suite 400
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 555-0100
Email: [email protected]

14. Severability

If any provision of these terms and conditions is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between Sonic Bloom Studios and the Client and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter of these terms and conditions.

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.