Project Scope
Define in detail what is included and excluded, including page counts, asset lists, and revisions allowed to limit ambiguity and disputes.
A concise, itemized quote aligns scope, cost, and schedule so both parties share the same expectations and avoid scope creep.
Typical users include agencies, freelancers, in-house marketing teams, and procurement personnel who need a formal price and scope document before work begins.
Define in detail what is included and excluded, including page counts, asset lists, and revisions allowed to limit ambiguity and disputes.
List final files, formats, and acceptance criteria (e.g., layered PSD, responsive HTML, print-ready PDF) and any interim mockups or prototypes.
Provide milestone dates for kickoff, review cycles, approvals, and final delivery so both parties track progress and dependencies.
Show itemized fees (design, development, licensing) and payment schedule, including deposits, milestone payments, and final balance.
Specify included revision rounds, hourly rates for out-of-scope work, and a procedure for approving additional work.
Include governing law, ownership/IP assignment, cancellation, confidentiality, and dispute resolution to reduce legal uncertainty.
| Field | Value | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Template | PDF | Use locked template with fillable fields |
| Signature | eSignature | Capture signer, timestamp, audit trail |
| Authentication | Email or SMS | Verify identity level chosen |
| Notifications | Email reminders | Automate follow-ups |
Choose a platform that supports secure eSignature, common file formats, and audit trails to document acceptance.
Typically 30 days from issue date
Request feedback within 5–10 business days
Begin work within 7 days after signed acceptance
Due per schedule, typically on approval of deliverables
Delivered after final approval and final payment
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |