Freelance Contract Review
Your client's contract was written to protect them, not you.
Scope creep, IP overreach, delayed payments, and one-sided termination. Flag Red catches the risks freelancers miss.
Risk score
4 issues
Common issues
The clauses that cost freelancers the most
These are the most common problems in client contracts. Easy to miss, expensive to discover after the work is done.
Vague scope and unlimited revisions
When deliverables are poorly defined, clients can expand scope without paying more. Unlimited revisions means round twelve without extra compensation.
Delayed and conditional payment
Net-60 terms, payment tied to satisfaction, or milestones gated by client approval without deadlines. You finish the work, then wait months.
Overbroad IP assignment
Full IP transfer gives the client ownership of everything, including your pre-existing tools and templates. Some prevent you from doing similar work.
Non-compete and exclusivity
A 12-month non-compete might mean you cannot work in your own field for a year. Even narrowly scoped ones can be far more restrictive than they appear.
One-sided termination
The client can end the contract at any time, while you must give 30 days notice. Termination for convenience without kill fees leaves you absorbing all the risk.
Unlimited liability
Broad indemnity clauses make you responsible for all claims and legal costs. Without a cap, a single project could expose you to damages far exceeding your fee.
How it works
How Flag Red helps freelancers
Upload the client contract
PDF, Word, or plain text. It takes seconds.
Get a clear risk breakdown
See exactly which clauses could cost you: scope, payment, IP, termination, liability.
Negotiate or walk away
Use the analysis to request changes before signing. Know which terms are normal and which are not.
Review your client contract before you start work.
A five-minute scan can save you from months of unpaid revisions and legal headaches.
Scan a contract freeAI-assisted analysis. Not a substitute for legal advice. For high-value projects, consult a qualified attorney.