What must a freelance contract include?

Parties, scope, deliverables, fee and payment schedule, revision policy, IP ownership, confidentiality, termination and signatures.

When does the client own the work?

State it explicitly — most contracts transfer IP only after final payment clears, which protects the freelancer.

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Freelance Contract Template

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Agreement Date: September 3, 2026
Client: Orbit Studios
Freelancer: N. Iyer — Design
Scope: Brand identity — 3 concepts
Fee: $4,200 fixed
Schedule: 50% start, 50% delivery
Revisions: 2 rounds included
IP: Transfers on final payment
Term: 60 days from signature

What's included in the freelance contract template

Agreement date & parties
Scope of work
Deliverables and timeline
Fee structure & schedule
Revision policy
IP and confidentiality
Termination clause
Signatures

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