Contracts, on your terms

Contract red flags, explained.

Plain English breakdowns of the clauses that trip people up — for freelancers, creators, and small business owners.

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I Got Tired of Signing Things I Didn't Understand. So I Built the Fix.

Why Countersign exists and what it means to finally know what you're agreeing to.

May 28, 20263 min read
🚩 Red Flag

The Brand Deal Clause That Lets Companies Use Your Content Forever

What "perpetual license" means and how to push back before you sign.

May 28, 20264 min read
📄 Brand deal tips

5 Things Nobody Tells You Before Your First Brand Deal

Most creators learn these lessons the hard way. Read this before you sign anything.

June 2, 20265 min read
🚩 Red Flag — Ep. 2

The Exclusivity Clause Quietly Blocking Creators From Other Brand Deals

One clause. Your entire niche. Blocked for a year. Here's what to do about it.

June 10, 20264 min read
👀 Would You Sign This? — Ep. 1

Would You Sign This? The Influencer Contract With 5 Red Flags

A beauty brand sent this contract to a creator. We ran it through Countersign. Here's what we found.

June 14, 20265 min read
🚩 Brand deal tips

6 Signs a Brand Deal Is Going to Be a Problem Before You Even Open the Contract

The contract isn't the only place to find red flags. Here's what to watch for before you get there.

June 15, 20264 min read
🚩 Red Flag — Ep. 3

"Until Satisfied" Sounds Nice Until You're on Revision 11

What "unlimited revisions" actually means in a freelance contract — and what to ask for instead.

June 17, 20264 min read
👀 Would You Sign This? — Ep. 2

The UGC Contract That Owns Content You Haven't Made Yet

No listed rate. Ownership of content you make on your own. Would you sign it?

June 18, 20265 min read