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Web / App Development Agreement

A Web and App Development Agreement covers all aspects of a software development project — scope, milestones, IP ownership, warranties, and payment. Essential for developers and their clients.

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What this document covers

Developer and client details
Project scope and feature list
Technology stack
Milestones and timeline
Payment schedule tied to milestones
IP assignment to client on full payment
Warranty period and bug-fix obligations
Termination and handover provisions
Governing law clause

Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns the code after a web or app development project is complete?
Whoever the agreement says. Without a written contract, the developer retains copyright under most jurisdictions including Kenya (Copyright Act Cap. 130) and the UK (Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988). The contract must explicitly assign IP to the client upon payment to transfer ownership.
What warranties should a web development agreement include?
The developer should warrant that: the work is original (no third-party IP infringement), it will function as specified for a defined warranty period (e.g. 30–90 days), and any bugs discovered within the warranty period will be fixed at no additional cost. Broader warranties increase risk for the developer.
Is a web development agreement enforceable in Kenya and internationally?
Yes. Kenya's Law of Contract Act (Cap. 23) and Copyright Act (Cap. 130) govern such agreements. For international projects, specify the governing law and dispute resolution mechanism in the contract.