PSD file... should I keep, hold or give it away?

[pebiz]

hello,

I've designed a poster for an event and supplied it as a print ready pdf. Now the client is requesting the PSD file, which will mean that they can change text details and use it again. Should I let them have it? Does anyone have any idea of the protocol?

Many, many thanks

[sthomas]

If you didn't have an agreement or contract in place with the client before you started the work stating there'd be a release fee for artwork files, then I'd hand them over.

If you don't hand over the PSD, then there's a good chance the client will never work with you again.

As a rule for future jobs, make sure you send any of your clients your terms & conditions stating you don't release artwork files (or if you do, then there's a charge)

[pebiz]

Thanks for taking the time to respond. I'll definitely be acting on your recommendations.
Many thanks again.

[sdesign1]

Yep - as there was no prior agreement err on the side of generosity.

[squeezee]

Give them the PSD but add your copyright info to the corner.

[Zimma123]

Or you could add your business details by your copyright info and kill two birds with one stone :D, making your customer happy but also raising awareness of your talents/ business

[Chris Wiltshire!]

Surely they can still edit it via the PDF? Or have you preserved the edit capabilities?