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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

  1. Branded Coupon (highest priority – overrides all other links)
  2. First Referrer Link (30-day cookie)
  3. 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.