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The Best Social Media Management Agreement
— So You’re Not Blamed for the Algorithm

A lawyer-crafted SMM contract that sets expectations, protects your workflow, and includes 13 disclaimers for algorithm shifts, platform glitches, reposts, UGC, and more.

Clients expect viral growth. Algorithms change. And somehow… you’re the one they blame.

This Social Media Management Agreement keeps that from happening.

It sets crystal-clear boundaries around your role, deliverables, client responsibilities, and what’s not within your scope.

With 13 built-in disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnities that protect you from blame for what’s (definitely) outside your control — like algorithms, platform updates, or what users do with the content — so you can do your job without being the scapegoat.

No legalese. Just a lawyer-crafted contract that makes your work clearer, easier, & keeps expectations realistic.

For just $149

🔥 Why You’ll Love This Social Media Management Agreement 🔥

This isn’t just about protecting yourself from blame…
It’s about building a smarter, smoother client relationship from day one.

  • 🧠 Built for Real Social Media Work — Not Generic Freelance Gigs

    Covers strategy, scheduling, captions, analytics, engagement, and more — with room to tailor your services by platform, format, and deliverables.

  • 📌 Clarifies Exactly What You’re Creating (and What You’re Not)

    Set crystal-clear expectations for which accounts you’ll manage, how often you’ll post, & how you’ll report metrics — so there’s no discussion about what’s included.

  • 📱 Works for Any Social Platform

    TikTok? Instagram? Twitter/X? Pinterest? This agreement was built with them all in mind — with alternative options for each platform.

  • 💸 Protects Your Payment — and Your Time

    Includes optional upfront billing and language that says you don’t have to keep working if they haven’t paid you — no more unpaid work.

  • 📆 Set a Minimum Commitment Period

    Helps you avoid short-term clients who don’t stick around long enough to see results — and protects the time you’ve invested in strategy and setup.

  • ⚠️ Built-In Disclaimers and Indemnities to Keep Expectations Realistic

    You’re not responsible for platform glitches, algorithm changes, shadowbans, or what users do with the content. These disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnities make that very clear — in plain English.

  • 📝 Easy to Edit & Ready to Send

    Comes in a fully editable .docx file with step-by-step instructions — so you can customize and send confidently, without hiring a lawyer..

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What’s Inside the Social Media Management Agreement Template

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    Crystal-Clear Scoping Clauses

    Outline exactly what you’re doing — and for which accounts.
    Includes space to customize: (1) types of content (Reels, Stories, Pins, TikToks, etc.), (2) Frequency of each post, (3) Platform handles for each account, and (3) whether you’re creating, sourcing, or receiving the content.

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    Content Calendar & Client Approval Process

    Spell out how (and when) drafts are sent, how long clients have to review, and what happens if they ghost — so you’re not chasing feedback forever.

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    Full Ownership Clauses for the Client (But Only If Paid!)

    Your drafts, photos, and edits stay yours until payment is made. This protects you from clients using your content without permission or skipping out on fees.

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    Guaranteed Payment Terms (Paid in Advance!)

    You’ll never start working without getting paid first. Includes due dates for each month’s invoice and an optional minimum commitment period.

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    13 Built-In Disclaimers to Limit Your Liability

    You’re not responsible for (1) algorithm changes or shadowbans, (2) tech issues or platform bugs, (3) low performance from delayed client feedback, (4) misuse, reposts, or stolen content, (5) UGC without proper licenses, (6) audience behavior or comment moderation, and other liability risks in your niche.

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    Strong Legal Protections Against Third-Party Claims, Compliance Issues & Taxes

    Includes ironclad clauses that protect you from legal and tax-related risks, like your client’s compliance with ad, influencer, or data privacy laws, third-party claims or lawsuits based on what the client provided, or tax penalties.

How to Use Your Social Media Management Agreement Template

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    Download Instantly

    Right after purchase, you’ll receive a permanent download link with access to the latest version of the template and instructions — no expiration, no stress.

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    Follow the Step-by-Step Guide

    You’ll get clear instructions to help you set your scope and choose the right clauses for your SMM business.
    ✅ No guesswork, no confusing blanks — everything is explained in plain English.

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    Send It to Clients for E-Signature

    Once customized, send the contract to your client to sign electronically — or in person, if you’re old school. You’re now officially protected!

Who This Social Media Management Agreement Is(n’t) For

This template is for you if you manage social media accounts for clients and want legal clarity around your services, scope, deliverables, and responsibilities — especially when things don’t go viral.

✅ It’s for you if:

  • You are a social media manager (solo)

  • You run a social media management agency

  • You are a content creator offering full-service social packages

  • You are a UGC creator who is also handling strategy, scheduling, or account growth

  • You manage accounts on platforms, like:

    • TikTok

    • Instagram

    • Facebook

    • YouTube

    • Twitter/X

    • Pinterest

    • LinkedIn

    • & more!

🚫 It’s not for you if:

🔍 Not sure which one fits your business? Get in touch and I’ll help you choose the right template.

What Others Are Saying About This Social Media Management Agreement

Here’s what social media managers are saying about this Social Media Management Agreement Template:

“I love these contracts! They are so helpful and I can pitch and take on new clients with the confidence that I am protected and there are no hidden expectations!”

— Mia Macnair, Creator & Social Media Manager

“These templates have been a lifesaver for my business! Making sure I had everything I needed to send to my clients was so helpful.”

— Gabbie, Social Media Manager & Content Creator

“It will also TEACH you what you need to discuss while in negotiations - like how many revisions, detailed usage terms, and exact deliverables so if any surprises come up you are protected and have the right charge more for additional services!”

— Marielou Mandl, Mandl Media, Inc.

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    Written specifically for (online) entrepreneurs & creators with alternatives for different business models & (sub)niches.

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    Lifetime Free Updates

    Business evolving? Laws or platform rules changing? You’ll always have access to the latest version of your template — at no extra cost.

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