Payment Terms

The following Payment Terms apply to all client projects and service agreements where The Digital Editors is providing digital marketing, content, or editorial services.

Payment Structure

1. Initial Deposit (50%)

- Due: Before project commencement.

- Purpose: Secures the client’s commitment and covers initial resource allocation.

- Invoice Timing: Sent upon proposal approval and contract signing.

- Payment Terms: Net 5 days from invoice date.

- Work Start Condition: No work will begin until the deposit is received and cleared.

2. Final Payment (50%)

- Due: Upon final project delivery or before handoff of deliverables, whichever comes first.

- Invoice Timing: Issued alongside the final milestone or proof of completion.

- Payment Terms: Net 5 days from invoice date.

- Delivery Condition: Final files, logins, or assets are released only after final payment is confirmed.

3. Monthly Retainer Payments (If Applicable)

- Due: On the first business day of each month.

- Invoice Timing: Issued 5 days prior to the start of the month.

- Payment Terms: Net 5 days.

- Conditions: Monthly payments are dependent upon the selected service package and continue until written cancellation notice is provided at least 15 days prior to the next billing cycle.

Accepted Payment Methods

- ACH / Bank Transfer

- Credit Card (via Stripe, PayPal, or invoicing platform)

- International transfers (with client responsible for transaction fees)

Automation & Reminders

- All invoices should be issued via Stripe.

- Automatic reminders will be sent at:

- Day 3 (gentle reminder)

- Day 5 (due date)

- Day 7 (past due notice with $50 late fee warning, if applicable)

- If payment is not received within 10 days, project delivery is paused and a late fee of $50 may be added.

Late Payments Policy