Why Every Freelancer Needs a Contract (And How to Write One)

Working without a contract is like driving without insurance. Everything's fine until it isn't.

What a Freelance Contract Should Include

1. **Scope of work** — exactly what you'll deliver

2. **Timeline** — milestones and deadlines

3. **Payment terms** — how much, when, and how

4. **Revision policy** — how many rounds are included

5. **Cancellation clause** — what happens if the project ends early

6. **Intellectual property** — who owns the finished work

7. **Confidentiality** — protecting sensitive information

Common Mistakes

Being too vague about deliverables

Not specifying payment milestones

Forgetting to include a kill fee

Using a one-size-fits-all template

Professional Templates

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