1. Scope and Relation to Other Documents
1.1. This Policy defines the rules for:
- cancellations and refunds on the Client's side,
- termination of the agreement by Nero Studio,
- financial settlements in case of cooperation interruption.
1.2. The Policy supplements the Terms of Service and takes precedence solely in matters of returns, cancellations, and terminations, unless an individual offer or order states otherwise.
1.3. For Clients who are consumers, the provisions of this Policy apply with due regard to mandatory provisions of applicable law.
2. Client's Resignation and Cancellation
2.1. Cancellation Before Work Begins
- The Client may cancel the service before any work has commenced.
- In such a case:
- the deposit is 100% refundable,
- the refund will be processed within 14 business days from the confirmation of cancellation,
- the refund will be made using the same payment method, unless agreed otherwise.
2.2. Definition of Work Commencement
- Work is considered to have commenced upon, but not limited to:
- analysis of the brief or Client's materials,
- preparation of a concept, project structure, or script,
- planning, research, consultations,
- booking production dates,
- commencement of any creative, technical, or organizational activities.
- The start of any of the above activities signifies the commencement of the service.
2.3. Resignation After Work Has Commenced
- In case of the Client's resignation after work has commenced:
- The Client submits a resignation request in writing (e-mail),
- Nero Studio will acknowledge the request within 7 business days of its receipt,
- The Client is entitled to a partial refund, reduced by:
- documented costs incurred up to the day the request is acknowledged,
- the value of the work performed, time reserved, and know-how,
- the total refund amount cannot exceed the amount actually paid up to the day of resignation,
- the refund will be processed within 14 business days from the day the request is acknowledged.
- Nero Studio is not obliged to provide Deliverables or work materials if the service has not been completed.
2.4. After Final Version Acceptance
- After:
- explicit acceptance of the final version or
- failure to raise objections within the period specified in the Terms of Service,
- the service is deemed to have been properly performed and no refund is due, subject to mandatory provisions of law.
3. Right of Termination by Nero Studio
3.1. Termination for Convenience
- Nero Studio reserves the right to terminate the agreement at any time, without giving a reason ('termination for convenience'), with written notice (e-mail).
3.2. Consequences of Termination
- If termination occurs:
- before work begins – the deposit is 100% refundable,
- after work has commenced – the settlement rules specified in § 2.3 apply.
- Nero Studio is not liable for:
- the Client's lost profits,
- interrupted campaigns or projects,
- further business consequences on the Client's side,
- to the extent permitted by applicable law.
4. Limitation of Claims and Liability
4.1. Refunds, resignations, and terminations do not give grounds for claims exceeding the amount actually paid by the Client up to the day the request or termination is acknowledged.
4.2. Nero Studio is not liable for:
- indirect damages,
- lost profits,
- reputational losses,
- the Client's business decisions,
- subject to mandatory provisions of law.
5. Final Provisions
5.1. This Policy is intended to ensure a balance between the Client's interest and the operational stability of Nero Studio.
5.2. In matters not regulated by this Policy, the Terms of Service and the applicable law indicated in the Terms shall apply.