Contracts

What Are Contracts?

Contracts in TaskManager are formal agreements that define the terms of your D/s dynamic. They provide a clear, signed record of:

• Roles and responsibilities
• Protocols and rules
• Safewords and boundaries
• Soft and hard limits
• Duration and renewal terms

Creating a Contract

1. Navigate to Contracts
   Go to the Contracts page from the main navigation menu.
2. Click Create Contract
   Click the "Create Contract" button to start a new contract.
3. Add Basic Information
   Enter a title and select the submissive(s) who will be party to this contract.
4. Write the Preamble
   Add an introduction that sets the context and intentions for the contract.
5. Define Protocols & Rules
   List the protocols, rules, and expectations that govern the dynamic.
6. Document Limits
   Clearly state soft limits (negotiable boundaries) and hard limits (non-negotiable boundaries).
7. Set Duration
   Choose whether the contract has a fixed term or is ongoing with renewal periods.
8. Save as Draft
   Save the contract as a draft for review before requesting signatures.

Contract Sections

Title

A clear name for the contract (e.g., "Service Agreement", "Training Contract", "Full-Time Dynamic Agreement").

Parties

The dominant and submissive(s) who are parties to the contract. Premium tier supports multi-submissive contracts.

Preamble

An introduction setting the tone and context. This often includes:

• Statement of intent
• Recognition of consent
• Acknowledgment that this is a consensual adult relationship

Protocols

Daily behaviors, rituals, and formalities expected in the dynamic:

• Forms of address (Sir/Ma'am, titles, etc.)
• Greeting and parting protocols
• Communication expectations
• Service protocols

Rules

Specific rules the submissive agrees to follow:

• Daily tasks and responsibilities
• Behavioral expectations
• Restrictions or permissions required

Safewords

Documented safewords and their meanings:

• Yellow (or equivalent) - Slow down, check in
• Red (or equivalent) - Full stop immediately
• Any custom safewords for specific scenarios

Soft Limits

Activities or situations that are negotiable boundaries - things you're cautious about but willing to explore with discussion.

Hard Limits

Non-negotiable boundaries that will never be crossed under any circumstances.

Duration & Renewal

• Fixed Term: Contract expires on a specific date
• Renewable: Automatically renews unless cancelled
• Ongoing: No expiration, continues until explicitly ended

Signing Process

For the Dominant

1. Review the contract content
2. Click "Sign Contract"
3. Read and accept the consent statement
4. Your signature is cryptographically recorded

For the Submissive

1. Receive notification that a contract is offered
2. Review the complete contract
3. Request changes if needed (returns to draft)
4. Click "Sign Contract" to accept
5. Read and accept the consent statement
6. Your signature is cryptographically recorded

Contract States

State	Description
Draft	Contract is being written, not yet offered for signing
Pending	Offered to submissive(s), awaiting signatures
Active	All parties have signed, contract is in effect
Suspended	Temporarily paused (premium feature)
Expired	Term has ended, no longer active
Terminated	Ended early by mutual agreement or breach

Premium Features

Premium tier subscribers have access to additional contract features:

Multi-Submissive Contracts

Create contracts with multiple submissives as parties. Each submissive must sign individually, and the contract becomes active only when all parties have signed.

Suspend/Resume

Temporarily suspend a contract without terminating it. Useful for:

• Travel or time apart
• Illness or recovery periods
• Relationship pauses
• Life circumstances requiring a break

Suspended contracts can be resumed at any time, returning to active status.

Contract Versioning

Track changes to contracts over time. When you modify a contract:

• A new version is created
• Previous versions are preserved
• New signatures are required for the updated version
• Full version history is maintained

Helm Dashboard Integration

Active contracts appear on The Helm dashboard with:

• Renewal reminders
• Suspension status
• Quick access to view contract details

Managing Contracts

Viewing Active Contracts

All your active contracts are listed on the Contracts page. Click any contract to view its full details and signatures.

Modifying a Contract

To change an active contract:

1. Open the contract
2. Click "Request Amendment" (or "Edit" for drafts)
3. Make your changes
4. All parties must re-sign the amended version

Ending a Contract

Contracts can end in several ways:

• Expiration: Fixed-term contracts end on their expiration date
• Mutual Termination: Both parties agree to end the contract
• Non-Renewal: Declining to renew when the renewal date comes

Contract Limits

The number of contracts you can have depends on your subscription tier:

• Free: 1 contract
• Paid: 5 contracts
• Premium: Unlimited contracts

Best Practices

Be Specific

Vague language leads to misunderstandings. Be clear and specific about expectations, limits, and consequences.

Review Regularly

Dynamics evolve. Set regular review periods to ensure the contract still reflects your relationship.

Keep Limits Updated

As you grow and explore, limits may change. Update your contract to reflect current boundaries.

Document Everything Important

If something matters to your dynamic, put it in the contract. Verbal agreements can be forgotten.