1. Parties: Identification of the company/client and the independent contractor, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details if applicable
2. Background: Context of the agreement, nature of the client's business, and the independent contractor's expertise in social media services
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including specific social media platforms, content types, metrics, and technical terminology
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of social media services to be provided, including platforms, content types, posting frequency, and performance metrics
5. Independent Contractor Status: Clear statement of contractor's independent status, control over work, and distinction from employment relationship
6. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement, renewal terms, and conditions for termination by either party
7. Compensation and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedule, expenses, and tax implications including TDS requirements
8. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership of content, transfer of rights, usage permissions, and retention of pre-existing IP
9. Confidentiality: Protection of business information, social media credentials, and customer data
10. Data Protection and Privacy: Compliance with data protection laws, handling of personal data, and privacy requirements
11. Performance Standards: Quality requirements, content guidelines, response times, and performance metrics
12. Representations and Warranties: Contractor's qualifications, compliance with laws, and content authenticity guarantees
13. Indemnification: Protection against claims related to content, intellectual property infringement, or service delivery
14. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disagreements, jurisdiction, and governing law provisions
15. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, amendments, assignment, and severability
