"Affiliate" means you, the individual or entity participating in the Program. "Company" or "Taption" means Taption. "Program" means the Taption Affiliate Program. "Services" means Taption's products and services.

Commission Structure and Payments

2.1 Commission Rate and Calculation

a) Affiliates can earn up to 40% commission on the initial subscription payment for the first year. Recurring subscription payments are not eligible for commission. Specific commission details and eligibility criteria will be provided upon application approval.

b) All "Standard" minutes purchases will qualify for up to 50% commission for the first year. Specific commission details and eligibility criteria will be provided upon application approval.

c) Self-referrals are strictly prohibited. Taption will monitor transactions to ensure compliance, and any violation will result in immediate revocation of commissions without prior notice.

d) There is no cap on the total amount of commission an affiliate can earn. Affiliates have unlimited earning potential based on their performance and referrals.

2.2 Tracking Methodology

a) Referral tracking utilizes local storage technology.

b) Tracking is dependent on the user’s device and browser settings; Taption is not responsible if tracking data is blocked or cleared by the end user.

c) Local storage data maintains referral information during the tracking period.

a) Minimum payout threshold: $0 - $50, determined upon application approval.

b) Payment method: Bank transfer only, with transaction fees being the affiliate’s responsibility.

c) Payment schedule: Monthly, but may be sooner depending on volume.

d) Commission maturity: 30 days post-sale, but may be sooner depending on volume.

e) Any chargebacks or refunds will result in immediate revocation of the corresponding commission amount.

f) Taption reserves the right to audit and verify all transactions.

2.4 Referral Source Disclosure

Affiliates are required to disclose to potential customers that they may earn a commission when promoting Taption’s Services to ensure compliance with transparency principles.

Affiliate Obligations and Compliance

3.1 Marketing Requirements

a) Accurate representation of Services is required.

b) Pre-approved marketing materials only.

c) FTC disclosure compliance is mandatory.

d) Professional conduct standards apply.

3.2 Social Media and Transparency Guidelines

a) Affiliates must clearly communicate any relationship with Taption when promoting the products.

b) Affiliates are permitted to use Taption trademarks, logos, and links on social media, but may not tag official Taption accounts unless permitted.

c) Affiliates must adhere to all applicable advertising, privacy, and data protection laws, particularly for online and email marketing.

3.3 Prohibited Activities (Material Breach)

a) Unauthorized trademark usage.

b) Deceptive advertising practices.

c) Self-referral or fraudulent activities.

d) Impersonation of Taption or misrepresentation of the relationship with the Company.

e) Unauthorized paid search advertising.

f) Violations of data privacy obligations when collecting or handling user data.

4.1 Relationship Status

a) Independent contractor relationship.

b) No employment, partnership, or agency relationship created.

c) Affiliate is responsible for their own taxes and compliance.

4.2 Intellectual Property

a) Limited license to use approved materials.

b) No ownership rights are transferred.

c) Strict compliance with brand guidelines is required.

d) Taption reserves the right to use any promotional content created by affiliates for marketing purposes.

a) Two-year post-termination obligation.

b) Includes business practices and customer data.

c) Survival clause applies post-termination.

a) 30-day written notice for standard termination.

b) Taption reserves the right to terminate the partnership immediately if any terms of service are violated.

c) Commission payment obligations survive termination, except in cases of violation.

d) Affiliates may not continue using Taption’s branding or affiliate links after termination.

e) Taption may retroactively void commissions if the affiliate is found in violation of these terms.

Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

a) Washington state law governs.

b) Exclusive jurisdiction in Washington courts.

c) Alternative dispute resolution option is available for international affiliates.

5.2 Limitation of Liability

a) Limited to earned commissions.

b) No indirect or consequential damages.

c) Force majeure provisions apply.

d) Limitation of liability does not cover breaches of confidentiality, intellectual property misuse, or indemnification obligations.

Data Protection and Privacy

6.1 Data Collection Practices

Affiliates are required to comply with all relevant data privacy laws, such as GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable international standards when collecting or handling customer data.

Modifications and Acceptance

7.1 Agreement Modifications

a) 30-day notice is required for changes.

b) Continued participation constitutes acceptance.

c) Taption reserves the right to make immediate modifications for regulatory compliance or urgent business needs, with notice provided as soon as possible afterward.

d) Affiliates may terminate participation if changes are unacceptable.

If any provision is found invalid, remaining provisions remain in effect.

Affiliate agrees to indemnify and hold Taption harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from the Affiliate’s participation in the Program or breach of these terms, including misrepresentations, negligence, or unlawful actions.

Entire Agreement and Electronic Acceptance

9.1 Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the complete understanding between the parties and supersedes prior agreements.

9.2 Electronic Acceptance

By electronically signing up and participating in the Program, the Affiliate acknowledges and agrees to all terms and conditions herein.

Taption Affiliate Program Terms of Service

Last Updated: November 8th, 2024

Definitions and Interpretation

1.1 Definitions