# Translation scope of work

> Define responsibilities, deliverables, client inputs, review, acceptance, change control, confidentiality, IP, and payment for language-services work.

Published: 2026-08-20. Updated: 2026-08-20. Last verified: 2026-08-20. Review interval: 365 days. Disclosure: none.

## Use after the quote is accepted

The scope of work converts the commercial offer into an operating agreement. Keep it attached to the master agreement when one exists, and make the source version and deliverables unambiguous.

> This template is a practical starting point, not legal, tax, accounting, employment, or insurance advice. Have locally qualified professionals review terms that carry material risk.

## Operational clauses people forget

- Client response times and delayed-input consequences
- Number and purpose of review rounds
- Who owns source errors and third-party permissions
- How machine translation or AI may be used
- Acceptance window and defect-remedy process
- Cancellation and work-completed treatment

## Download

[Download the scope-of-work template](https://admas.net/resources/templates/downloads/translation-scope-of-work.md)

Version 1.0. License: CC BY 4.0.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is this a complete freelance contract?

No. It is a project scope template. Depending on the relationship and jurisdiction, you may also need a master services agreement, data-processing terms, confidentiality terms, tax documentation, insurance, or other professional advice.

### Should AI use be written into the scope?

Yes when it can affect confidentiality, provider choice, provenance, review, ownership, or client policy. State what is allowed, which systems are approved, how output is reviewed, and what may be retained or used for training.

## Methodology

Admas designed this plain-language working template for transparent language-service delivery. The downloadable file contains no macros, remote formulas, tracking links, or hidden fields. Adapt it to the project, jurisdiction, client requirements, tax rules, language pair, service, and professional advice relevant to you.

## Source register

- [Guide to Buying Translation Services](https://www.atanet.org/client-assistance/guide-to-buying-translation-services/) — American Translators Association; verified 2026-08-20.
- [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) — Creative Commons; verified 2026-08-20.