1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website of G.YAO Studio ("we," "us," "our"), operated by Grace Yao ("Studio"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Services

G.YAO Studio provides creative development services, including but not limited to website design, development, and consulting. All services provided are subject to separate agreements or contracts between the Studio and the client.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Our Content

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, code, and portfolio works, is the property of G.YAO Studio and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

3.2 Your Use

You may view and download content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content without prior written consent.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
• Transmit any harmful code or malware
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
• Collect user data without consent

5. Client Projects

All client projects are governed by a separate written agreement. In the absence of a formal agreement:

• Project timelines are estimates and may be subject to change
• Payment terms are as specified in project proposals or invoices
• Intellectual property rights transfer upon full payment unless otherwise agreed

6. Payment Terms

For services rendered:

• Invoices are due within the timeframe specified (typically 14–30 days)
• Late payments may incur interest or suspension of services
• All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in a project agreement

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these external sites.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, G.YAO STUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR SERVICES.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless G.YAO Studio and Grace Yao from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.

11. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Illinois, USA without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

G.YAO Studio
Email: grace@gyao.studio