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Please read these terms carefully before using Sanrank's services. By engaging with us, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

Effective: January 1, 2025 Last Updated: March 2025 Version 3.0
Agreement: These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client") and Sanrank ("Company", "we", "us"). By purchasing or using our services, you confirm you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.

01 Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our website (sanrank.com), engaging our services, or signing a service agreement, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use our services.

These Terms apply to all clients, visitors, and others who access or use our services. They supplement any separate written service agreement signed between you and Sanrank — in case of conflict, the written service agreement prevails.

You represent that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of yourself or the organisation you represent.

02 Services Description

Sanrank provides professional digital marketing services including but not limited to:

  • Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) — technical, on-page, and off-page.
  • Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising management — Google Ads, Meta Ads.
  • Content marketing — strategy, creation, and distribution.
  • Social media marketing and management.
  • Local SEO and Google Business Profile management.
  • Link building and digital PR.
  • Website audits and consulting services.

The specific scope, deliverables, timelines, and pricing for your engagement are defined in the individual Service Order or Statement of Work (SOW) agreed between both parties.

Service Changes: We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any service (or any part thereof) at any time with reasonable notice. We will not reduce services already paid for without offering an equivalent replacement or proportional refund.

03 Client Obligations

To enable us to deliver services effectively, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, complete, and timely information about your business, website, and goals.
  • Grant necessary access to website platforms, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, ad accounts, and other required tools.
  • Respond to requests for approvals, content feedback, or information within a reasonable time (typically 3–5 business days).
  • Ensure all content, images, and materials you provide are owned by you or properly licensed for commercial use.
  • Not engage other SEO or digital marketing agencies simultaneously without prior written disclosure, where such engagement could conflict with or undermine our services.
  • Comply with all applicable laws, including advertising standards and data protection regulations.
Important: Delays in providing required access, approvals, or information may impact campaign timelines. Sanrank is not responsible for missed deadlines or suboptimal results caused by delays attributable to the client.

04 Payment Terms

Fees & Invoicing

Fees are as agreed in your Service Order. Unless otherwise stated, services are billed monthly in advance. Invoices are issued on the 1st of each month and due within 14 days.

Payment Methods

We accept bank transfer (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS), UPI, and major credit/debit cards. International payments are accepted via wire transfer or designated payment platforms.

Late Payment

Invoices overdue by more than 14 days will attract a late payment fee of 2% per month on the outstanding balance. We reserve the right to suspend services on accounts with invoices more than 30 days overdue.

Ad Spend

For PPC management services, advertising spend is paid directly to the advertising platform (Google, Meta) by the client and is separate from Sanrank's management fee. We do not handle or hold client ad budgets.

Refunds

Due to the nature of digital marketing services, fees are generally non-refundable once work has commenced. Refunds or credits may be considered on a case-by-case basis at our sole discretion.

GST: All fees are subject to applicable Goods and Services Tax (GST) at 18% as required by Indian tax law. GST registration number will be mentioned on all invoices.

05 Intellectual Property

Client-Owned Content

Any content, trademarks, logos, or materials you provide to us remain your sole property. You grant Sanrank a limited, non-exclusive licence to use such materials solely for the purpose of delivering agreed services.

Sanrank-Created Work

Upon receipt of full payment for the relevant services, all deliverables created specifically for your project (content, reports, strategies) become your property. However, Sanrank retains ownership of:

  • Proprietary tools, methodologies, processes, and templates used in service delivery.
  • Any pre-existing intellectual property used in deliverables.
  • General knowledge, skills, and expertise gained during the engagement.

Portfolio Rights

Unless you request otherwise in writing, Sanrank reserves the right to reference your company name and general project outcomes (without confidential details) in our portfolio, case studies, and marketing materials.

06 Confidentiality

Both parties agree to keep confidential all non-public information received from the other party, including business strategies, financial data, trade secrets, and client lists.

This obligation does not apply to information that:

  • Is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the receiving party.
  • Was already known by the receiving party prior to disclosure.
  • Is required to be disclosed by law or court order (with prior notice where legally permissible).

Confidentiality obligations survive the termination of these Terms for a period of 3 years.

07 Results & Performance Guarantees

No Ranking Guarantee: Search engine rankings are determined by third-party algorithms (Google, Bing, etc.) outside our control. While we employ proven best practices, we cannot and do not guarantee specific ranking positions, traffic levels, or revenue outcomes.

We commit to:

  • Applying industry best practices and staying current with algorithm changes.
  • Providing transparent, regular reporting on campaign performance.
  • Adjusting strategy in response to performance data.
  • Acting in good faith and in your best commercial interests at all times.

Claims of guaranteed "#1 rankings" or specific traffic numbers should be treated with scepticism. Sanrank prioritises sustainable, long-term results over short-term gains that risk penalties.

08 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Sanrank's total liability to you for any claims arising under or in connection with these Terms shall not exceed the total fees paid by you in the three (3) months preceding the claim.

Sanrank shall not be liable for any:

  • Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities.
  • Damages arising from third-party platform changes (Google algorithm updates, ad policy changes, etc.).
  • Force majeure events beyond our reasonable control.
Note: Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain damages. In such cases, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

09 Termination

Termination by Client

You may terminate services with 30 days written notice. You remain liable for all fees accrued up to the termination date, including any fees within the notice period.

Termination by Sanrank

We may terminate services immediately, without refund, if you:

  • Fail to pay invoices within 30 days of the due date.
  • Breach any material provision of these Terms.
  • Engage in activities that are illegal, unethical, or harmful to our reputation.
  • Request or encourage black-hat SEO tactics.

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, we will provide all deliverables completed up to the termination date and transfer relevant account access back to you within 7 business days. Neither party will have further obligations to the other except for obligations that expressly survive termination.

10 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sanrank, its directors, employees, agents, and partners from and against any claims, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

  • Your breach of these Terms.
  • Your violation of any applicable law or regulation.
  • Content or materials you provide that infringe third-party intellectual property rights.
  • Your use of our services in a manner not permitted by these Terms.

11 Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, the parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation for a period of 30 days.

If negotiation fails, disputes shall be referred to binding arbitration under the rules of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, conducted in English. The arbitration shall take place in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Notwithstanding the above, either party may seek emergency injunctive or other equitable relief from a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent irreparable harm.

12 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Subject to the arbitration clause above, both parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.

13 Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. We will provide at least 30 days' advance notice of material changes via email or prominent notice on our website.

Your continued use of our services after the effective date of updated Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you may terminate services with written notice as described in Section 9.

14 Contact

For questions, clarifications, or legal notices regarding these Terms, please contact:

Legal & Compliance Team

We aim to respond to all legal enquiries within 5 business days.

📧 hello@sanrank.com
📞 +1 (800) 555-0100
📍 Sanrank, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India