Startup Contracts: protect your business from the first client
Contract drafting and review for startups: SaaS, service agreements, NDAs, terms and conditions.
Schedule your contract consultationWhy do you need good contracts from the beginning?
A startup is built by signing agreements. With suppliers, with clients, with freelancers, with strategic partners. And if those agreements are not properly closed in writing, they can turn against you at the worst moment.
Many projects start in a hurry, without signing anything or with templates downloaded from Google. But when there's a conflict, a poorly delivered project, or non-payment, there's nothing to defend you.
Having good contracts is not bureaucracy. It's freedom to grow without fear that a legal problem will stop you. And moreover, it conveys seriousness: a serious investor or client notices it instantly.
At Satya Legal we draft contracts designed for startups: clear, realistic, adapted to your business and with future vision. No impossible clauses or fine print that can't be understood.
Types of contracts we work with startups
Each startup is different, but there are a series of key contracts that almost all need to operate safely. We draft them with you, adapted to your business model, client type and sector.
Service agreement contract
The classic one. Properly defines scope, deadlines, payments, deliverables and penalties. Perfect for working with clients or freelancers.
SaaS Contract
If you sell software as a service, this contract is your backbone. Includes terms of use, licenses, support, SLA, payments and data protection.
NDA (Non-disclosure agreement)
Ideal for protecting ideas, presentations, code or data before closing a commercial agreement or seeking investment.
Influencer or partner contracts
Defines collaboration, deliverables, image rights, metrics, payments and content ownership.
Terms and conditions of use (Web/App)
Mandatory if you offer an online service. They cover from functionality to liability limits and data processing.
External vendor contracts
From agencies to developers. We protect your intellectual property, deadlines, penalties and payment conditions.
Additionally, we help you review contracts sent by third parties. Because often, the most dangerous thing is not what you sign... but what you don't understand.
Common errors from not having clear contracts
Did you sign a contract without reading it? Did you work without signing anything? Did you trust a template you saw online? You're not the only one. But when something goes wrong, those small failures become big problems.
Client who doesn't pay and you have no penalty clause: Leaves you hanging and you can't claim without assuming higher costs.
Freelancer who delivers code... and keeps the rights: Without express assignment, the intellectual property may not be yours.
Influencer who breaches the collaboration: Without a signed contract, you can't demand results or compensation.
User who reports you for misuse of their data: Without terms of use or GDPR in order, you're legally exposed.
Investor who reviews your contracts and finds legal gaps: May back out or ask for tougher conditions.
Cheap ends up being expensive. But legal doesn't have to be expensive if done right from the beginning. That's why our contracts are tools, not bureaucracy.
Frequently asked questions about startup contracts
Can I use contract templates found on the Internet?
You can... but you shouldn't. Most are poorly adapted, outdated or designed for other countries. A poorly done contract is worse than having nothing, because it gives you false security.
What should a service agreement include?
Work scope, deadlines, deliverables, price, payment method, intellectual property and penalties. Everything in writing and without ambiguities.
Do I need legal conditions on my website if I sell online?
Yes. You need legal notice, privacy policy, purchase or service conditions and cookie policy. Plus, they must comply with GDPR.
How much does a custom SaaS contract cost?
It depends on product complexity and whether it includes aspects like support, SLAs or third-party integration. At Satya we work from €600, with fast delivery and clauses designed to scale.
When do I need an NDA?
Before sharing sensitive information with any person or company: investors, developers, partners, advisors... It costs little and can save you a lot.
Will you sign without reviewing? Or do you prefer to protect yourself well?
A good contract not only avoids problems: it allows you to negotiate better, advance faster and show seriousness to clients, suppliers and investors.
At Satya Legal we draft and review contracts designed for real startups. Fast, clear and adapted to your business. If you're about to sign something, or need a solid foundation to sell: talk to us.
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