Legal
Refund & No-Guarantee Policy
Last updated: 11 July 2026
1. Introduction and Scope
This Refund & No-Guarantee Policy ("Policy") governs the payment, refund, and outcome expectations that apply to consulting services provided by [LEGAL ENTITY NAME] ("we," "us," or "our"), operating the website godoscertificationinfo.com (the "Site"). This Policy applies to all clients worldwide who purchase or engage our services.
By purchasing, ordering, or otherwise engaging our services, you ("you," "the Client") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms set out in this Policy. This Policy should be read together with our Terms of Service and any written engagement agreement or statement of work executed between you and us.
This Policy is effective as of 11 July 2026 and may be updated from time to time in accordance with the section below on changes to this Policy.
2. Nature of Our Services
We are an independent consultancy that assists advertisers in preparing for and pursuing Google's Government Documents and Services (GODOS) certification and related advertiser verification requirements, so that eligible advertisers may run Google Ads for restricted government documents and services (such as passports, visas, driver's licenses, background checks, identity documents, benefits, and vehicle registration).
Our services are advisory and preparatory in nature. They may include policy audits, ad-copy compliance review, landing-page optimization, assistance with Google and government verification, suspension appeals and reinstatement support, and ongoing compliance consulting.
We provide professional guidance, document preparation support, and process assistance. We do not make certification or verification decisions, and we do not control any part of Google's review, approval, or enforcement processes.
3. Independence and No Affiliation
[LEGAL ENTITY NAME] is an independent business. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or acting on behalf of Google LLC or any of its affiliates, nor are we affiliated with any government agency or authority.
Any references to Google, GODOS certification, advertiser verification, or related policies and programs are made solely for the purpose of describing the services we help clients navigate. All trademarks and brand names remain the property of their respective owners.
4. No Guarantee of Outcomes
Certification, verification, ad approval, account reinstatement, and all related decisions are made solely and exclusively by Google (and, where applicable, by the relevant government authority). These decisions are entirely outside our control.
Because outcomes rest solely with Google and/or government authorities, we cannot and do not guarantee any particular result. Our engagement is a commitment to provide professional consulting services with due care and skill — not a promise of a specific outcome.
You expressly acknowledge and agree to the following:
- We do not guarantee that your application for GODOS certification or advertiser verification will be approved.
- We do not guarantee that any advertisement, landing page, or account will be approved, remain approved, or avoid suspension.
- We do not guarantee any specific timeline for Google or government review or decision-making.
- Google may, at its discretion, apply a "Not a government website" disclosure to your Search ads unless you are a certified government provider, and we cannot remove or prevent such disclosures.
- Google policy enforcement, including warnings and suspensions, is administered by Google under its own policies; we do not control whether or when such actions occur.
5. What Your Fees Cover
Fees paid to us cover our professional consulting time, expertise, and the specific deliverables described in your engagement agreement, statement of work, service description, or order confirmation. Fees are paid in exchange for the work we perform and the resources we dedicate to your engagement — not in exchange for any guaranteed outcome.
Depending on the service purchased, your fees may cover work such as:
- Reviewing your advertising setup, account, and current compliance posture (policy audits).
- Reviewing and advising on ad copy for policy compliance.
- Advising on and assisting with landing-page optimization for compliance.
- Preparing and assisting with Google certification and advertiser verification submissions.
- Preparing and submitting suspension appeals and reinstatement requests.
- Providing ongoing compliance consulting and related advisory support.
- Consultation calls, written recommendations, and other agreed deliverables.
6. Fees, Payment, and Currency
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, fees are due in accordance with the payment terms stated in your engagement agreement, invoice, or order confirmation. Work may commence only after payment or an agreed deposit has been received, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
All fees are stated in [CURRENCY] unless expressly indicated otherwise. You are responsible for any applicable taxes, bank charges, currency-conversion costs, or payment-processor fees associated with your payment.
We reserve the right to update our fees at any time. Any fee change will not affect engagements already confirmed and paid for, except where additional or out-of-scope work is requested.
7. Refund Terms
Because our fees compensate us for professional time and deliverables, and because outcomes are decided solely by Google and/or government authorities, refunds are limited and governed by the terms below. This section contains placeholders to be completed and reviewed by legal counsel before launch.
The following refund terms apply unless a different arrangement is expressly set out in your written engagement agreement:
- Cooling-off / cancellation before work begins: If you cancel within [NUMBER] days of purchase and before we have commenced any work, you may be eligible for a refund of [PERCENTAGE/AMOUNT], less any non-refundable processing fees.
- Work already performed: Once work has commenced, fees corresponding to consulting time already spent and deliverables already produced are non-refundable.
- Milestone or deposit payments: Deposits and milestone payments are [REFUNDABLE / NON-REFUNDABLE] as specified in your engagement agreement.
- Subscription or retainer services: Ongoing consulting arrangements may be cancelled with [NOTICE PERIOD] written notice; fees for the current billing period are [REFUNDABLE / NON-REFUNDABLE].
- No refunds for unfavorable outcomes: Refunds will not be issued solely because Google or a government authority declined, delayed, suspended, or reversed a decision, since such outcomes are outside our control.
- Discretionary refunds: We may, at our sole discretion and on a case-by-case basis, offer a partial refund or service credit where we determine it is fair to do so.
8. Non-Refundable Items
Certain items and services are non-refundable once purchased or incurred. Unless required by applicable law or expressly agreed in writing, the following are non-refundable:
- Consulting time already delivered and deliverables already produced.
- Third-party fees, government fees, or platform charges paid on your behalf or incurred as part of your engagement.
- Payment-processing and transaction fees.
- Services expressly designated as non-refundable at the point of sale.
- Completed suspension appeals or verification submissions, regardless of the decision reached by Google or the relevant authority.
9. Client Responsibilities
The quality and progress of our services depend in part on your cooperation. To help us perform effectively, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and timely information and documentation, and to respond to reasonable requests during the engagement.
We are not responsible for delays, additional costs, or unfavorable outcomes caused by:
- Inaccurate, incomplete, misleading, or late information provided by you.
- Your failure to meet Google's or a government authority's eligibility requirements.
- Your non-compliance with Google Ads policies or applicable laws.
- Actions taken independently by you on your accounts, ads, or landing pages during or after the engagement.
- Circumstances outside our reasonable control.
10. Policy Warnings and Enforcement Context
Google's policies generally provide that advertisers receive a warning at least seven (7) days before an account is suspended for a policy violation. While we can assist you in understanding and responding to warnings, the issuance, timing, and resolution of any warning or suspension is determined solely by Google.
Our engagement to assist with appeals, reinstatement, or corrective compliance work does not guarantee that a warning will be resolved, a suspension lifted, or an account reinstated. Fees for such work cover our professional efforts and are subject to the refund terms in this Policy.
11. How to Raise a Billing Dispute
If you believe there is an error on an invoice, or you wish to dispute a charge, we encourage you to contact us directly before initiating a chargeback with your bank or payment provider, so we can review and resolve the matter promptly.
To raise a billing dispute, please follow these steps:
- Send a written notice to [CONTACT EMAIL] within [NUMBER] days of the disputed charge.
- Include your name, the name of the engaging entity, the invoice or transaction reference, the amount in dispute, and a clear description of the issue.
- Attach any supporting documentation relevant to your dispute.
- We will acknowledge your dispute within [NUMBER] business days and aim to provide a resolution or response within [NUMBER] business days.
- If we determine that a billing error occurred, we will correct it and, where appropriate, issue a refund or credit to the original payment method.
- Initiating a chargeback without first contacting us may delay resolution and may affect your ability to continue using our services.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, and subject to any mandatory consumer protections that cannot be excluded, our total aggregate liability arising out of or in connection with our services shall not exceed the total fees actually paid by you to us for the specific engagement giving rise to the claim.
We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including lost profits, lost advertising revenue, lost business opportunities, or account suspensions or terminations imposed by Google or any third party. This section should be reviewed by legal counsel to ensure compliance with the laws of [JURISDICTION].
13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Policy and any dispute arising out of or in connection with it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [JURISDICTION], without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.
The parties agree to attempt in good faith to resolve any dispute through direct negotiation before pursuing other remedies. Any unresolved dispute shall be subject to [ARBITRATION / THE EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION OF THE COURTS OF [JURISDICTION]], as further set out in our Terms of Service. Nothing in this section limits any non-waivable statutory rights you may have under the laws of your country of residence.
14. Changes to This Policy and Contact Information
We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or business practices. The most current version will be posted on the Site with the applicable effective date. Continued use of our services after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
If you have any questions about this Policy, your fees, or a billing matter, please contact us using the details below.
This document is a template intended for review and finalization by qualified legal counsel before publication.
- Legal entity: [LEGAL ENTITY NAME]
- Registered address: [REGISTERED ADDRESS]
- Jurisdiction: [JURISDICTION]
- Contact email: [CONTACT EMAIL]
- Effective date: 11 July 2026