Affiliate Policy

Max Digital Edge Business & Revenue Partner Program Agreement & Code of Conduct

Last Updated: October 2024

Introduction:

This Max Digital Edge Business & Revenue Partner Program Agreement & Code of Conduct (the “Agreement”) governs your participation in the Max Digital Edge Business & Revenue Partner Program (the “Program”). The Program allows approved Affiliates to promote Max Digital Edge products and services in exchange for earning commissions on qualifying sales. By signing, clicking to accept, or participating in the Program, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined herein. Max Digital Edge reserves the right to modify the terms of this Agreement at any time, including but not limited to, changes in compensation structure, and your continued participation constitutes acceptance of any modifications. If you do not agree to these terms, you are not permitted to participate in the Program.

This is a legally binding contract between you ("Affiliate" or "Partner") and Max Digital Edge ("Company"). If you are entering into this Agreement on behalf of an organization or company, you confirm that you have the authority to bind that entity.

Definitions

Affiliate: An individual or entity approved to participate in the Max Digital Edge Business & Revenue Partner Program.

Commission: A payment made to an Affiliate for generating a qualifying sale through their unique Affiliate Link.

Affiliate Link: A unique URL provided to the Affiliate, used to track sales and referrals.

Prospect: A potential customer directed to Max Digital Edge via the Affiliate Link.

Qualifying Sale: A successful sale completed by a Prospect through the Affiliate Link, subject to the rules outlined in this Agreement.

Program Rules: The guidelines, terms, and conditions that govern the Affiliate's participation in the Program, including the Code of Conduct (Exhibit A).

Affiliate Obligations

Compliance with Laws: Affiliates must comply with all applicable laws, including but not limited to, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations regarding endorsements and disclosures.

Promotion Integrity: Affiliates must represent Max Digital Edge products and services truthfully and accurately. No misleading claims or exaggerations are permitted.

Prohibited Activities: Affiliates may not engage in any deceptive or unethical practices, including but not limited to, cookie stuffing, fake referrals, or fraudulent sales generation.

Affiliate Link Use: All promotional activities must use the designated Affiliate Link. Altering, sharing, or manipulating the Affiliate Link is prohibited.

Reporting Violations: Affiliates must report any violations of this Agreement or applicable laws to Max Digital Edge.

Commission Structure & Compensation Modifications

Affiliates will earn commissions based on Qualifying Sales generated through their Affiliate Link. The current commission rates are as follows:

For AI SEO Services, which are priced at a minimum of $500 per month, Affiliates will earn a commission of 30%, amounting to $150 per month.

For Social Media Management, priced at $550 per month, the commission is 30%, equaling $165 per month.

For Reputation Management, priced at $150 per month, Affiliates will earn a 25% commission, which is $37.50 per month.

For AI SMS, Phone & Live-Chat Assistants, priced at $250 per month, the commission rate is 30%, resulting in $75 per month.

For Website Design, which is a one-time service priced at $1,500, Affiliates will earn a 20% commission, which is $300.

Commissions are calculated based on net sales, excluding taxes, shipping fees, refunds, or chargebacks. Max Digital Edge reserves the right to modify commission rates at any time at its sole discretion for future sales. These changes will apply only to future Qualifying Sales, and Max Digital Edge is not liable for honoring past commission rates on any sales made prior to the change.

Affiliates will be notified of any changes in commission rates, and continued participation in the Program constitutes acceptance of the new compensation structure. If you do not agree with these changes, you must discontinue your participation in the Program.

Payment Terms

Commissions will be paid on the 15th of each month on a net-15 basis, provided the Affiliate’s commission balance exceeds $50.00 USD. If the balance is below this threshold, the payment will roll over to the next month. Affiliates are responsible for providing accurate payment details, including tax information such as W-9 or W-8 forms. Failure to submit required documents may delay or forfeit payments. Commissions are only payable after a Qualifying Sale remains valid for 45 days without a refund or chargeback.

Termination

Affiliate Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time, with or without cause, by providing 30 days’ written notice.

Breach of Agreement or Illegal Activity: Max Digital Edge reserves the right to terminate this Agreement immediately if the Affiliate:

Violates any term of this Agreement.

Engages in illegal, unethical, or deceptive practices that violate applicable laws or damage the reputation of Max Digital Edge.

Violates the Code of Conduct outlined in Exhibit A.

Post-Termination Obligations: Upon termination, the Affiliate must cease using all marketing materials and Affiliate Links related to Max Digital Edge, and no further commissions will be earned.

Code of Conduct

Affiliates must adhere to the following Code of Conduct (Exhibit A):

Honesty and Transparency: All promotional content must be accurate and not misleading. Affiliates must disclose any material connection to Max Digital Edge, including financial incentives, in accordance with FTC guidelines.

Prohibited Behaviors: Affiliates may not engage in fraudulent, misleading, or manipulative practices. This includes cookie stuffing, buying traffic, or generating fake leads.

Respectful Communication: Affiliates may not engage in defamatory, harassing, or inappropriate communication regarding Max Digital Edge, its employees, or its affiliates.

Intellectual Property: Affiliates may use only authorized marketing materials provided by Max Digital Edge and may not alter the brand’s logos, trademarks, or any proprietary content.

Legal Compliance: Affiliates must comply with all applicable marketing laws and privacy regulations.

Clear Disclosure: Include clear and conspicuous disclosures of material connections in all endorsements and reviews, following FTC guidelines.

Intellectual Property

Max Digital Edge grants Affiliates a limited, non-exclusive license to use its logos, trademarks, and promotional materials solely for the purpose of promoting the Program. Affiliates may not modify, sublicense, or transfer the intellectual property provided. Max Digital Edge retains ownership of all rights to its intellectual property.

Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

Any disputes arising from or related to this Agreement will be resolved in accordance with the laws of the state of [State], without regard to its conflict of law principles. Both parties agree to resolve disputes through mediation before seeking other legal remedies. Class actions are waived, meaning all disputes must be resolved on an individual basis.

Limitation of Liability

Max Digital Edge is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from participation in the Program. The maximum liability of Max Digital Edge under this Agreement is limited to the total commissions earned by the Affiliate in the three months prior to the incident giving rise to the claim.

Confidentiality

Affiliates may be provided with confidential information such as marketing strategies, product plans, or customer data. Affiliates agree to keep all such information confidential and to use it only for the purposes of participating in the Program. Disclosure of confidential information is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate termination.

Exhibit A: Affiliate Code of Conduct

Accuracy: Represent Max Digital Edge’s products and services fairly and truthfully.

No Deceptive Practices: Do not engage in misleading, fraudulent, or unethical marketing tactics.

Respectful Communications: Do not disparage Max Digital Edge, its employees, or other Affiliates.

Compliance with Laws: Adhere to all applicable marketing laws and privacy regulations.

Clear Disclosure: Include clear and conspicuous disclosures of material connections in all endorsements and reviews, following FTC guidelines.

Reputation: Do not engage in any illegal or unethical activities that could harm the reputation of Max Digital Edge. Any such actions may result in immediate termination from the Program and forfeiture of commissions.

Exhibit B: Disclosure Guidelines

Affiliates must disclose their material connections to Max Digital Edge in a clear and visible manner when promoting its products and services.

The following disclosure formats are acceptable:

Hashtags: #ad, #sponsored, #MaxDigitalEdgePartner.

Clear Statements: “This is an affiliate link, and I earn a commission from purchases made through it.”

Disclosures must be placed in a prominent location, ensuring they are not hidden in small print, buried in links, or obscured by other content.

Acceptance of Agreement

By signing, clicking to accept, or by participating in the Max Digital Edge Business & Revenue Partner Program, you acknowledge and agree to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement and the Code of Conduct. You also understand and agree that Max Digital Edge reserves the right to modify compensation rates at its sole discretion for future transactions, without any liability for past compensation agreements. If you do not agree to these terms, you cannot participate in the Program. Any violation of the Code of Conduct or engagement in illegal activities that jeopardizes the reputation of Max Digital Edge may result in immediate termination from the Program and forfeiture of commissions.