Affiliate Program – Terms and Conditions
Overview
Welcome to the Chris Martens Affiliate Program. As a partner, you’ll earn attractive commissions for promoting our WordPress plugins and tools.
Commissions & Compensation
Standard Commission
- Commission Rate: 30% on all sales
- Product Range: All available products and Lifetime Deals
- Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Attribution Model
- First Referrer: The first click within 30 days gets credited
- Cookie Duration: 30 days from first click
- Cross-Domain: Tracking works across all connected domains (visible in dashboard)
Branded Coupons
Availability
- By Request: Branded coupons are created individually upon request
- Requirements: Active partnership and regular sales
- Application: Contact via email or support chat
How It Works
- Individual Coupon: Each partner receives a personalized discount code
- Customer Discount: 20% on all products
- Partner Commission: Unchanged 30% (coupon doesn’t reduce your commission)
- Exclusivity: Coupons are only available through the respective partner
- Example: Partner “JohnDoe” receives code “JOHNDOE20”
Attribution Hierarchy
- Branded Coupon (highest priority – overrides all other links)
- First Referrer Link (30-day cookie)
- Direct Purchase (no commission)
Payouts
Payout Schedule
- Frequency: Monthly, at the beginning of the month after next
- Example: November sales are paid out in January
- Chargeback Protection: Minimum 30-day waiting period after sale date
Payout Conditions
- Minimum Amount: $50 accumulated commission
- Payment Methods: PayPal or Bank Transfer (Wire/ACH)
- Processing: 5-7 business days after payout run
- Transparency: Detailed breakdown of all compensated sales
Returns & Chargebacks
- Customer Guarantee: 30-day money-back guarantee
- Commission Loss: Commissions are forfeited retroactively for returns
- Protection: Payout only after refund period expires
Tracking & Links
Referrer Links
- Generation: Automatic creation in partner dashboard
- Format: Personalized tracking parameters
- Validity: Unlimited (as long as partnership exists)
Technical Details
- Cookie Duration: 30 days from first visit
- Tracking Parameter:
?ref=PARTNER_ID - HTTPS: All links use secure connections
Compliance & Guidelines
Disclosure Requirements
- Advertising: All affiliate links must be disclosed as advertising
- Transparency: Clear labeling with “Ad”, “Advertisement”, or “Affiliate Link”
- Legal: Compliance with FTC guidelines and applicable regulations
Prohibited Practices
- Spam: No unsolicited emails or aggressive marketing practices
- Abuse: No self-purchases or artificial traffic generation
- Brand Protection: No misleading use of brand/product names
- PPC Restrictions: No advertising on brand terms without approval
Allowed Marketing Channels
- Content Marketing: Blog articles, reviews, tutorials
- Social Media: Posts, stories, videos (with proper disclosure)
- Email Marketing: To your own opt-in newsletter subscribers
- YouTube/Video: Product demonstrations and tutorials
Partner Dashboard
Available Features
- Real-time Tracking: Live statistics on clicks and conversions
- Link Generation: Automatic creation of tracking links
- Reporting: Detailed overviews of sales and commissions
- Support: Direct contact for questions and branded coupon requests
Support & Materials
- Marketing Assets: Banners, graphics, and promotional materials
- Product Information: Current descriptions and features
- Support: Direct contact for questions and assistance
Contract Terms
Duration
- Partnership: Indefinite term
- Termination: Either party may terminate with 30 days’ notice
- Settlement: Outstanding commissions will be paid after termination
Changes
- Modifications: Changes to terms with 30 days’ advance notice
- Notification: Notice via email to registered partners
- Objection: Right to terminate if terms worsen
Contact & Support
For questions about the affiliate program, technical issues, marketing materials, or branded coupon requests:
- Email: affiliate@chris-martens.com
- Response Time: Reply within 24-48 hours
Effective: November 2025 | These terms apply to all new and existing affiliate partners.