MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT
Client: ___________________________________________________________
1. Authorization
___________________ _(hereinafter referred to as "Client"), has engaged ________________
(hereinafter referred to as "Developer"), as independent contractors for the specific purpose of
designing and developing a smart phone mobile application for the “Client” referenced as "Mobile App
Project” or “Mobile App,” to be published on the Client’s behalf in the Apple and Android marketplaces
and any subsequent variations of these markets during the term of this contract. To the extent
practicable assuming cost is not prohibitive, any other marketplace that is available in the future will be
proposed to “Client” by “ . The Client hereby authorizes to create and publish the
mobile app as outlined in this contract and as presented to .
2. Development
This mobile app will be developed using Embed Mobile’s Application Platform.
3. Compatibility
The mobile app with be compatible with smart phones utilizing the following operating systems
– Apple iOS, for use on iPhone and iPad devices
– Google Android OS, for use on Android powered devices
4. Copyrights and Trademarks
The “Developer” unconditionally guarantees that any elements of text, graphics, photos, designs,
trademarks, or other artwork furnished to for inclusion in the Mobile App Project are owned by the
developer, or that the developer has permission or authorization from the rightful owner to use each of
these elements.
5. Maintenance, Technical Support, and Updates
This agreement allows for minor maintenance and updates to the application after launch of the mobile
application, including updating links and making minor changes to content. Client acknowledges that
continuous and/or substantial changes to the original content, including page reconstruction, new
pages, navigation structure changes, or any other significant alterations or changes shall be covered by
the Developer for the first month after launching the mobile app. After that time frame the Client will
have to pay for the maintenance.
6. Project Scope
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Client and ________________ have established that the Mobile Application will also contain the
following accompanying graphics:
– All background images; original and/or modified for the application.
– Icon design; original function and the application icon itself.
7. Project Timeline
The “Developer” will work expeditiously to complete this project, and the estimated date of submission
to the app markets is approximately 90 days from the execution of the contract and project down
payment. The client acknowledges that the Apple and Android markets’ review and publishing process is
not subject to this agreement, and on average takes between 7 and 28 business days once submitted.
The project timeline is simply an estimate, and does not constitute a guarantee as delays may arise
(such as from the client in approval and review, as well as review by Apple or Android).
___________________ will also provide the client with graphics for use in promoting the mobile app,
including QR codes for download. ______________________and/or_____________ ___ complete
the scope of work as outlined in section 7 of this contract.
8. Project Timeline
The “Developer” will work expeditiously to complete this project, and the estimated date of submission
to the app markets is approximately 90 days from the execution of the contract and project down
payment. The client acknowledges that the Apple and Android markets’ review and publishing process is
not subject to this agreement, and on average takes between 7 and 28 business days once submitted.
The project timeline is simply an estimate, and does not constitute a guarantee as delays may arise
(such as from the client in approval and review, as well as review by Apple or Android).
9. Project Copyright
Copyright of the finished mobile application and images produced by______________________ will be
owned solely by the Client.
10. Terms of Service
Client acknowledges that the application content will be managed according to a separ- ate service and
hosting agreement. Developer further acknowledges and committed that after delivering the source
codes and the mobile application contents to the client, to delete all of the application con- tent, logos,
backend, design etc from any servers, computers or backups for good and not to be used again
whatsoever by the developer or by any other customers of his.
11. Cost & Payment
The ________________Mobile Application project (including the mobile application itself,
accompanying designs, and QR code development), is cost_________________. Client and developer
agrees to spread the payment to three instalments of _________________ each when the first
payment of______________ will be paid upon starting the project. The second payment of
___________will be paid after finishing the design of the app. The third payment will be paid
after completion of the backend and uploading to the Apple and Google stores. Work will begin on this
project at that time with progress reports being provided to Client. All the payments above will be paid
to ___________and______________ . The development of the Client product will be in
conjunction with a design committee consisting of representatives of the Client for input in the
refinement of the App to meet local concerns/needs. Client further agrees to pay the third payment at
product launch (estimated 120 days from the execution of this project).
12. The Agreement
This contract constitutes the sole agreement between______________________ and the Client
regarding this mobile application project.
13. Disputes and Governing Law
This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and
Pakistan. Parties hereto shall initially attempt to resolve all claims or controversaries arising under, out
of or in connection with this Agreement by conducting good faith negotiations amongst themselves. Any
issue, claim or controversy not resolved within 30 days from the start of negotiations shall thereafter be
resolved through courts of the above-mentioned State and judgement, Decree or order against the
Developer shall be enforceable under CPC 1908 in Pakistan.
14. Intellectual Property Rights
Developer acknowledges and agrees that all inventions, technology, process, innovation, ideas,
improvements, developments, methods, designs, analyses, trademark, service mark, and other indicia,
of origin, writings, audio-visual work, concepts, drawing, reports and all similar, related or derivative
information or works (whether or not patentable or subject to copyrights, copyright registrations,
trademarks, and trademark registration in and to any of the foregoing, along with the right to practice,
employ, exploit use, develop, reproduce, copy, distribute copies, publish, license, or create works
derivative of any of the foregoing, and the right to choose not to do or permit any of the
aforementioned actions, which relate to Mobile App, research and future products or services and
which are conceived, developed or made by the Developer while hired by the Client (collectively the
“Work Product”) belong to the Client. All Work Product created by the Developer while hired by the
Client (whether or not on the premises ) will be considered “work made for hire” and as such, the Client
is the sole owner of all rights, title and interest therein. All other rights to any new Work Product,
including but not limited to all of the Developer’s rights to any copyrights or copyright registrations
related thereto, are hereby conveyed, assigned and transferred to the Client. The Developer will
promptly disclose and deliver such Work Product to the Client and, at the Client’s expense, perform all
actions reasonably requested by the Client (whether during or after the Term) to establish, confirm and
protect such ownership (including, without limitation, the execution of assignments, copyright
registrations, consents, licenses, power of attorney, and other instruments). The Developer shall
forthwith deliver all aforesaid property to the Client on the earlier of:
15. Negotiation of Contract.
As the contracting parties have over a period of time negotiated the terms of this Con- tract, neither one
shall be considered as the drafter of the terms of this Contract. Both parties have had the opportunity to
seek legal counsel to review the terms of this Con- tract and are satisfied they have a complete and full
understanding of the terms and pro- visions contained herein. In addition, each party has been fully
authorized to sign the Contract for and on behalf of the entity they represent as designated herein.
The undersigned hereby agree to the terms, conditions and stipulations of this agreement on behalf of
his or her organization or business.
AGREED BY:
Client: __________________
Name: ________________
Signature: _____________
Date: ________________
Developer: ________________
Name: ________________
Signature: _____________
Date: ________________
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