Terms and Conditions

Last updated: April 4, 2024

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of this website and any related services provided by Shakiba Productions (“we”, “us”, “our”).

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use this website.

Additional agreements may apply to specific services, publications, or collaborations. In the event of any conflict, those agreements will prevail.

2. Use of the Website

By using this website, you confirm that you:

  • Accept these Terms in full
  • Will use the website only for lawful purposes
  • Will not interfere with the security, performance, or accessibility of the website

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access at our discretion.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including but not limited to:

  • Artwork
  • Photography
  • Written articles and journalism
  • Designs, logos, and visual identity

is owned by or licensed to Shakiba Productions and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

3.1 Restrictions

You may not, without prior written permission:

  • Copy, reproduce, or redistribute content
  • Use content for commercial purposes
  • Modify, adapt, or create derivative works
  • Use any content for AI training, scraping, or automated extraction

Limited use (such as quoting with proper attribution) is permitted where required by law.

4. Licensing & Use of Work (Important Addition)

Any use of our work (including publications, artwork, or media) requires explicit written permission or a licensing agreement.

Unless otherwise agreed:

  • All rights remain with Shakiba Productions
  • Fees do not imply transfer of copyright
  • Usage is limited to the agreed scope, duration, and format

5. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We:

  • Do not control or endorse their content
  • Are not responsible for their practices or policies

You access third-party services at your own risk.

6. Orders, Commissions & Payments (Refined for your work)

Where applicable:

  • All commissions or services are subject to agreed terms in writing
  • Deposits may be required and are generally non-refundable
  • Final delivery timelines may vary depending on scope

7. Refund Policy

Where applicable, refund terms will be specified in individual agreements.

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Digital products and commissioned work are non-refundable once commenced
  • Physical goods (if applicable) may be returned within 30 days, subject to condition

8. Idea Submissions

Do not submit creative ideas, concepts, or materials unless agreed in writing.

If you do so without an agreement, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use such submissions.

9. Website Availability

This website is provided “as is” and “as available”. We do not guarantee:

  • Continuous availability
  • Error-free operation
  • Accuracy or completeness of content

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential loss
  • Loss of data, income, or reputation
  • Issues arising from use of this website

Our total liability is limited to any fees paid by you for services.

11. Privacy

We respect your privacy and handle your data responsibly.

Any personal information provided:

  • Must be accurate and up to date
  • Will only be used in connection with our services

12. Accessibility

We are committed to improving accessibility. If you encounter issues, please contact us and we will make reasonable efforts to resolve them.

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the website at any time without notice if these Terms are breached.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against any claims arising from:

  • Your misuse of the website
  • Violation of these Terms
  • Infringement of third-party rights

15. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

16. Governing Law 

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia (Queensland).

Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland, Australia.

17. Contact

Shakiba Productions
📧 [email protected]