Terms of Service
Last updated: 1 November 2025
Please read these terms carefully before using our services or website.
Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Baby Fat Ltd website (babyfat.co.uk) and services. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not access our website or use our services.
Baby Fat Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales. We provide professional software development services including mobile applications, web applications, and consulting services.
1 Services Provided
Baby Fat Ltd offers professional digital development services including:
📱 Mobile Development
Native iOS and Android applications, cross-platform solutions using React Native, Flutter, and KMM
💻 Web Development
Responsive websites, web applications, and Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
🔧 Backend Services
APIs, databases, cloud infrastructure, and server-side development
🎯 Consulting
Technical strategy, architecture design, code reviews, and project planning
Specific deliverables, timelines, and pricing are outlined in individual project proposals or contracts.
2 Project Engagement Process
2.1 Initial Consultation
All projects begin with a free consultation to discuss requirements, timeline, and budget. We provide a detailed proposal outlining scope, deliverables, and costs.
2.2 Project Agreement
Once you accept our proposal, we enter into a formal project agreement that specifies:
- •Detailed scope of work and deliverables
- •Project timeline and milestones
- •Payment terms and schedule
- •Intellectual property rights
- •Support and maintenance provisions
2.3 Client Responsibilities
Clients agree to:
- •Provide timely feedback and approvals
- •Supply required content, credentials, and access
- •Make payments according to agreed schedule
- •Communicate changes or concerns promptly
3 Payment Terms
3.1 Payment Schedule
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, our standard payment terms are:
- •Deposit: 30-50% upfront before work commences
- •Milestone Payments: Based on project phases (if applicable)
- •Final Payment: Upon project completion and client approval
3.2 Invoicing
Invoices are payable within 14 days of issue unless otherwise specified. Late payments may incur interest charges and may pause project work until payment is received.
3.3 Additional Work
Changes or additions to the agreed scope ("scope creep") will be quoted separately and require client approval before implementation.
4 Intellectual Property Rights
4.1 Client Ownership
Upon full payment, clients receive ownership of:
- •Custom-developed source code specific to their project
- •Design assets and content created for the project
- •Final deliverables as specified in the project agreement
4.2 Baby Fat Retains
We retain ownership of:
- •Proprietary frameworks, tools, and libraries we've developed
- •Pre-existing intellectual property incorporated into the project
- •General knowledge, techniques, and methodologies
4.3 Third-Party Components
Projects may include open-source libraries, frameworks, or third-party services subject to their own licenses. Clients are responsible for compliance with these licenses.
4.4 Portfolio Rights
We reserve the right to showcase completed projects in our portfolio, case studies, and marketing materials unless a non-disclosure agreement specifies otherwise.
5 Warranties and Disclaimers
5.1 Our Warranties
We warrant that:
- •Services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner
- •Deliverables will substantially conform to agreed specifications
- •We have the right to provide the services and grant the licenses specified
5.2 Warranty Period
We provide a warranty period (typically 30-90 days) to fix defects or issues related to the original specifications at no additional cost. Issues arising from client modifications, third-party services, or changes to requirements are not covered.
5.3 Disclaimer
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED:
Services are provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or meet all client requirements.
6 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- •Baby Fat Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- •This includes loss of profits, data, goodwill, or business opportunities
- •Our total liability shall not exceed the total fees paid for the specific project giving rise to the claim
- •Claims must be brought within 12 months of the event giving rise to the claim
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
7 Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information shared during the project, including:
- •Business plans and strategies
- •Technical specifications and architecture
- •Proprietary information and trade secrets
- •User data and analytics
For projects requiring strict confidentiality, we can execute a separate Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
8 Termination
8.1 Client Termination
Clients may terminate a project with written notice. Upon termination:
- •Client pays for all work completed to date
- •Client receives work-in-progress deliverables
- •Deposits are non-refundable
8.2 Baby Fat Termination
We reserve the right to terminate a project if:
- •Client fails to make timely payments
- •Client breaches these Terms or project agreement
- •Project requirements become illegal or unethical
- •Client conduct is abusive or unreasonable
9 Indemnification
Client agrees to indemnify and hold Baby Fat Ltd harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- •Client's use of deliverables
- •Content or materials provided by client
- •Client's breach of these Terms
- •Modifications made by client or third parties after project completion
10 General Provisions
10.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
10.2 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any project-specific agreements, constitute the entire agreement between parties and supersede all prior communications.
10.3 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
10.4 Amendments
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
10.5 Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from circumstances beyond reasonable control, including acts of God, war, strikes, or technical failures.
Questions About These Terms?
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or wish to discuss a project, please contact us:
By using our services or website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.