1. Agreement Formation

1.1. All advertisement orders will be confirmed via email. By placing an advertisement with Deals on the Doorstep, you acknowledge and accept these Terms and Conditions, which form a binding agreement between you (“the Advertiser”) and Deals on the Doorstep (“the Publisher”).

2. Registration and Payment

2.1. All advertisers are required to register with GoCardless and provide valid Direct Debit details.
2.2. Payment will be collected at the beginning of each month for that month’s advertising.
2.3. Failed Direct Debit payments will incur an additional charge equal to 20% of your monthly advertising rate to cover administrative and processing fees.

3. Cancellations

3.1. To cancel your advertising, you must provide a minimum of 30 days’ written notice via email.
3.2. Upon receipt, we will confirm the cancellation date in writing. Advertising will continue until the end of this 30-day period, and the applicable month will be chargeable in full.
3.3. It is the Advertiser’s responsibility to cancel the Direct Debit on the agreed termination date.
3.4. If the Direct Debit is cancelled prematurely and invoicing becomes necessary, an additional one month’s fee will be charged to cover administrative costs.
3.5. If the Direct Debit is not cancelled after the agreed termination date, the advertising space will remain reserved and chargeable at the existing rate until:

• A new advertisement is placed; or
• The Advertiser provides a final cancellation and successfully cancels the Direct Debit.

3.6. Reserved advertising space is non-refundable, including where multiple spaces have been booked.

4. Deadlines and Artwork Submission

4.1. To ensure inclusion in the following month’s magazine, both your advertisement order and final artwork must be received by the 20th of the current month.
4.2. For example, advertisements submitted by 20th July will appear in the August edition.
4.3. Artwork must be supplied in JPEG format at 940 x 788px (landscape).
4.4. A free design service is available; however, all designs created by Deals on the Doorstep remain the intellectual property of the Publisher and may only
be used within the e-magazine.
4.5. Use of these designs outside the e-magazine without prior written consent will incur additional charges. Please contact: – contact@dealsonthedoorstep.co.uk for licensing options.
4.6. Changes to artwork must be requested at least seven (7) days before the 1st of the next month.
4.7. Failure to provide artwork by the stated deadline does not exempt the Advertiser from full payment obligations.

5. Proofs and Circulation

5.1. The magazine is distributed on the first weekday of each month.
5.2. New advertisers will receive a full proof copy for approval (including links) at least 24 hours prior to initial circulation.
5.3. From the second month onwards, proof copies will not be issued unless specifically agreed in writing.

6. Loyalty Advertising Rate

6.1. Advertising rates may increase as subscriber numbers and magazine circulation grow.
6.2. However, Advertisers who maintain an uninterrupted monthly Direct Debit will retain their original advertising rate, regardless of circulation growth.
6.3. If a Direct Debit is paused or cancelled and the Advertiser later returns, they will be subject to the current advertising rate at the time of rejoining.

7. Advertising Promotions

7.1. Advertisements featuring promotions, discounts, or special deals are encouraged, but not required.
7.2. All advertisements must comply with the UK Code of Advertising Practice and the Trade Descriptions Act.
7.3. Advertisers indemnify Deals on the Doorstep against any legal claims, damages, losses, or costs arising from the content of their advertisements.
7.4. Advertisements must not include content that is defamatory, misleading, fraudulent, or infringe upon the rights of third parties.

8. Publisher’s Rights

8.1. Deals on the Doorstep reserves the right to refuse, amend, or withdraw any advertisement at its sole discretion, without providing a reason.
8.2. No liability will be accepted for:

• Errors or omissions in any advertisement;
• Delay in magazine distribution;
• Non-appearance of an advertisement due to unforeseen circumstances.

9. Liability

9.1. Deals on the Doorstep shall not be held liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of or inability to use the magazine, including but not limited to:

• Missed circulation dates;
• Design or content errors;
• Technical distribution issues.

10. Governing Law

10.1. These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
10.2. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

11. Privacy

11.1. For information on how we handle your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy at: www.dealsonthedoorstep.co.uk