Affiliate Guidelines

Last updated: August 26, 2024

1. Relationship Between the Parties

This Affiliate Agreement ("Agreement") defines the terms and conditions of the affiliate partnership between:

Service Provider

Company Name: Bartosz Zagrodzki
Email: hello@turbostarter.dev

Operating under the brand name "TurboStarter".

And

Affiliate: The individual or entity that has enrolled in the TurboStarter Affiliate Program.

2. Enrolment Options

Affiliates may join the program through one of the following methods:

Full Application: Complete the detailed affiliate application form.
Checkbox Agreement: For existing customers, check the box agreeing to these terms when prompted in your account settings.

Both methods constitute full acceptance of these Affiliate Terms and Conditions.

3. Independent Contractor Status

The Affiliate is an independent contractor, not an employee, agent, partner, or joint venturer of TurboStarter. The Affiliate has no authority to bind TurboStarter to any agreement or commitment.

4. Application and Enrollment Process

4.1. Prerequisites

Before joining the TurboStarter Affiliate Program, you must first be approved by Lemon Squeezy:

Create Account: Sign up at affiliates.lemonsqueezy.com
Submit Application: Complete Lemon Squeezy's affiliate application.
Await Approval: Lemon Squeezy reviews and vets every new applicant.
Get Approved: Once approved, you gain access to the affiliate platform.

4.2. Joining TurboStarter's Program

After Lemon Squeezy approval, join our specific program:

Find Our Program: Search for "TurboStarter" in the programs list, or use the direct link provided in your approval email.
Choose Enrollment Method:
- Option A: Complete the full application form.
- Option B: For existing customers, use checkbox enrollment in account settings.
Receive Your Links: Upon acceptance, you'll receive:
- Standard link: turbostarter.lemonsqueezy.com/?aff=YOUR_CODE
- Short link: turbostarter.dev?aff=YOUR_CODE

4.3. Important Notes

You must be approved by Lemon Squeezy before applying to our program.
Both enrollment methods (full application or checkbox) have equal standing.
Your affiliate code is unique and must not be shared.
All tracking and payments are managed through the Lemon Squeezy platform.

5. Commission Structure

Commission Rate: 30% of the initial purchase price (excluding taxes).
Recurring Commissions: None – commissions are paid only on initial purchases.
Refund Policy: Commissions are subject to reversal if the customer requests a refund.
Payment Schedule: Monthly, within 30 days after month end.
Minimum Payout: €10 (or equivalent).

Our affiliate tracking cookies remain active for 30 days from the initial click. If a referred customer makes a purchase within this window, the commission is attributed to the referring affiliate.

7. Affiliate Links and Tracking

Affiliates will receive unique tracking links through our affiliate platform.
Links must not be modified or obscured.
Proper attribution requires users to click through affiliate links.
Direct link sharing is encouraged; link cloaking is prohibited.

8. Payment Terms

Payments are processed via our affiliate platform (currently Lemon Squeezy).
Affiliates are responsible for providing accurate payment information.
Affiliates are responsible for all applicable taxes on commission earnings.
TurboStarter reserves the right to withhold payment for fraudulent or suspicious activity.

9. Permitted Promotional Methods

Affiliates may promote TurboStarter through:

Personal websites and blogs
Social media platforms
Email marketing (to opted-in subscribers only)
Video content and tutorials
Educational content and courses

10. Prohibited Activities

Affiliates must NOT:

Use spam or unsolicited emails
Make false or misleading claims about TurboStarter
Use TurboStarter trademarks without permission
Create websites that could be confused with official TurboStarter properties
Use cookie stuffing or other deceptive practices
Promote on coupon, deal, or discount sites without prior approval

11. Brand Bidding Restrictions

Strictly Prohibited:

Bidding on "TurboStarter" or variations (e.g., "Turbo Starter", "Turbo-Starter")
Using TurboStarter trademarks in ad copy or display URLs
Creating ads that appear to be from TurboStarter directly

Violation of brand bidding terms results in immediate termination and forfeiture of pending commissions.

12. Content Standards

All promotional content must be:

Professional and appropriate
Truthful and not misleading
Compliant with FTC disclosure requirements
Free from offensive or discriminatory material
Respectful of intellectual property rights

13. Marketing Restrictions

13.1. Prohibited Promotional Methods

Search engine ads on branded terms
Pop-ups, pop-unders, or similar intrusive formats
Incentivized clicks or forced redirects
Promotion alongside illegal or inappropriate content
False scarcity or urgency tactics

13.2. Content Guidelines

All affiliate promotional content must:

Be truthful and not misleading
Comply with FTC disclosure requirements
Not make unauthorized claims about TurboStarter features
Respect our brand guidelines (available upon request)
Adhere to our Usage Guidelines document

14. Disclosure Requirements

Affiliates must clearly disclose their relationship with TurboStarter in accordance with FTC guidelines and local regulations. This includes adding appropriate disclosures to:

Blog posts and articles
Social media posts
Video descriptions
Email communications

15. Intellectual Property

TurboStarter grants a limited license to use approved marketing materials.
All TurboStarter trademarks, logos, and content remain our property.
Custom marketing materials must be approved before use.
License terminates with the affiliate relationship.

16. Term and Termination

This Agreement continues until terminated by either party.
Either party may terminate with 30 days written notice.
TurboStarter may terminate immediately for violation of terms.
Upon termination, the affiliate must cease all promotional activities.

17. Liability and Indemnification

TurboStarter provides the program "as is" without warranties.
Affiliates indemnify TurboStarter against claims arising from their promotional activities.
TurboStarter's liability is limited to unpaid commissions owed.
Neither party is liable for indirect or consequential damages.

Email: hello@turbostarter.dev
Subject Line: "Affiliate Program Inquiry"

By participating in the TurboStarter Affiliate Program, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.