Effective Date: [1st January 2025]

Welcome to TaskMeNow.com, a platform designed to connect freelancers with clients. By using or accessing TaskMeNow.com (the "Platform"), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before using the Platform.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account, posting a project, or using the Platform, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, which constitute a legally binding agreement between you and TaskMeNow.com. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Platform.

2. Account Registration

To use TaskMeNow.com, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information during the registration process. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details and for all activities that occur under your account.

  • Freelancer Accounts: Freelancers must provide information regarding their skills, experience, and portfolio.
  • Client Accounts: Clients must provide project details and payment information.

You must notify TaskMeNow.com immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3. User Conduct

You agree not to use the Platform to:

  • Violate any local, national, or international laws or regulations.
  • Engage in fraudulent, unethical, or unlawful activities.
  • Harass, defame, or abuse other users.
  • Post false or misleading project descriptions or bids.

Failure to comply with these conduct guidelines may result in account suspension or termination.

4. Posting Projects and Bidding

Clients can post projects, and freelancers can bid on them. Clients must provide clear project details, including the scope of work, budget, and deadlines. Freelancers must provide accurate bids and timelines. Both clients and freelancers are expected to communicate professionally.

  • Project Details: Clients must provide all relevant details about the project.
  • Bidding Process: Freelancers can submit proposals, and clients may choose freelancers based on their skills, experience, and price.

5. Payment Terms

TaskMeNow.com offers secure payment methods for transactions between clients and freelancers. Payments for completed work are made through the Platform.

  • Escrow System: For most projects, the client will fund an escrow account, which is released to the freelancer upon completion and approval of the work.
  • Service Fees: TaskMeNow charges a service fee on each transaction. The fee structure is detailed in the Platform’s payment terms and may vary depending on the project size and freelancer’s experience level.
  • Payment Disputes: If a dispute arises regarding payment, TaskMeNow will mediate, but the final resolution is determined based on the contractual agreement between the client and freelancer.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

Freelancers retain the ownership of their work until the client has paid for the project in full. Once payment is made, the ownership of the work will be transferred to the client, subject to the terms of any separate agreement between the parties.

Freelancers grant clients a license to use the work as agreed in the project description. Clients may not resell or distribute the work without permission from the freelancer.

7. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information, such as proprietary data, trade secrets, or business plans. Any disclosure of confidential information requires mutual consent unless required by law.

8. Dispute Resolution

In case of a dispute between a freelancer and client, TaskMeNow.com encourages direct communication between the parties. If the dispute cannot be resolved, TaskMeNow offers a dispute resolution service to mediate the issue.

  • Mediation: TaskMeNow will attempt to resolve disputes based on the terms of service, work completion, and payment history.
  • Arbitration: If mediation fails, disputes will be handled through binding arbitration in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where TaskMeNow.com is based.

9. Termination of Accounts

TaskMeNow.com reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms and Conditions. Both clients and freelancers may close their accounts at any time. Any outstanding payments or projects must be settled before account closure.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

TaskMeNow.com respects your privacy. We collect and process personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using the Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Platform Availability

TaskMeNow.com strives to provide a reliable service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access. The Platform may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance or other reasons.

12. Limitation of Liability

TaskMeNow.com is not responsible for the quality or outcome of any work, nor can we guarantee that any project will be completed to the client’s satisfaction. TaskMeNow’s liability is limited to the amount of service fees paid.

13. Amendments to Terms

TaskMeNow.com reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or on the Platform. Continued use of the Platform after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where TaskMeNow.com is registered. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts located in that jurisdiction.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at support@taskmenow.com.