COURSE 27 AFFILIATE PROGRAM
TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. AFFILIATE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Course 27 Affiliate Program allows approved affiliates to earn commissions by promoting the Course 27 VIP Mega Pass to their audiences. Affiliates receive a unique tracking link and earn tiered commissions on qualifying sales.

Eligible Products for Affiliate Commissions:

• Affiliates may ONLY promote the VIP Mega Pass ($997)
• Single course sales are NOT eligible for affiliate commissions
• Only VIP Mega Pass sales generate affiliate commissions

2. COMMISSION STRUCTURE

Tiered Commission Rates:

Commissions are based on your total lifetime VIP Mega Pass sales:

Commission Applies To:

• Initial VIP Mega Pass sale ($997)
• Annual renewals ($249/year) at your current commission tier rate

Tier Advancement:

• Once you reach a new commission tier, you never move backwards
• Your new rate applies to all future sales and renewals permanently
• Commission tiers are calculated on lifetime total VIP Mega Pass sales
• Tiers are NOT reset monthly or annually

VIP Mega Pass Renewal Terms (For Affiliate Reference):

Understanding how VIP renewals work helps you set proper expectations with referrals:

• VIP members receive a renewal invoice 30 days before their anniversary date
• If they renew: They maintain full access to the course library, VIP Vault, and all resources
• If they don't renew by their anniversary date:
  • They lose access to all courses in the VIP library
  • They lose access to the VIP Vault
  • They lose access to monthly VIP Zoom calls and community features
  • They MAY keep and continue using any course materials, marketing assets, or downloads they obtained during their active membership
  • They will need to renew to regain access

Affiliate Commission on Renewals:

• You earn your current tier commission rate on every successful renewal
• If a customer doesn't renew, no commission is earned for that year
• If a customer renews in a future year, you earn commission again at your current rate

3. COOKIE TRACKING & ATTRIBUTION

90-Day Cookie Duration:

• When someone clicks your affiliate link, a 90-day tracking cookie is placed
• If they purchase the VIP Mega Pass within 90 days, you receive commission credit
• Last-click attribution applies: The most recent affiliate link clicked receives credit

Self-Referral Prohibited:

• You may NOT use your own affiliate link to purchase the VIP Mega Pass
• You may NOT refer yourself, family members, or business entities you control
• Violations will result in commission forfeiture and program termination

4. PAYMENT TERMS

Payout Schedule:

• Commissions are paid monthly on a Net 30 basis
• Payouts are processed between the 22nd and 30th of the month following the sale
• Example: January sales are paid between February 22-30

Payment Methods:

• PayPal (preferred)
• Direct deposit (bank transfer)

Required Documentation:

• U.S. affiliates must provide a completed W-9 form before receiving payment
• International affiliates must provide required tax documentation for their country
• Payments will not be processed without proper documentation on file

Minimum Payout Threshold:

• $50 minimum payout
• If your commission balance is below $50, it rolls over to the next month

5. AFFILIATE RESPONSIBILITIES

Permitted Promotional Methods:

• Email marketing to your own list
• Social media promotion (organic posts)
• Blog posts and content marketing
• YouTube videos and podcasts
• Webinars and live presentations
• Paid advertising (with restrictions - see below)

Prohibited Promotional Methods:

• Bidding on branded keywords: "Course 27," "Course27," or any variation in paid search
• Spamming or unsolicited bulk emails
• Misleading or false advertising
• Trademark or copyright infringement
• Coupon or deal sites without prior written approval
• Impersonating Course 27 or claiming to be an official representative
• Using Course 27 branding in a way that suggests official partnership without disclosure

Disclosure Requirements:

• You must clearly disclose your affiliate relationship per FTC guidelines
• Example disclosure: "I may earn a commission if you purchase through my link"
• This applies to all promotional content (emails, blog posts, social media, videos)

6. MARKETING MATERIALS

Provided by Course 27:

• Pre-written email sequences
• Social media graphics and captions
• Banner ads (multiple sizes)
• Sample video clips
• Landing page suggestions

Usage Rights:

• You may use Course 27 marketing materials as provided
• You may customize materials to fit your brand voice
• You may NOT alter materials in a way that misrepresents Course 27 products or pricing
• You may NOT use Course 27 logos or trademarks outside of provided materials without written permission

7. REFUNDS & CHARGEBACKS

Commission Adjustments:

• If a customer refunds their VIP Mega Pass purchase, the associated commission is reversed
• If a chargeback occurs, the associated commission is reversed
• Reversed commissions are deducted from your next payout

Fraudulent Activity:

• Affiliates found promoting fraudulent purchases will be immediately terminated
• All commissions will be forfeited
• Legal action may be pursued for significant fraud

8. PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS

Course 27 Reserves the Right To:

• Modify commission rates with 30 days written notice
• Modify program terms with 30 days written notice
• Add or remove eligible products
• Update marketing materials and promotional guidelines

Grandfathering:

• Existing affiliates will be notified of changes via email
• Commission tier progress is maintained unless program is discontinued

9. TERMINATION

Affiliate May Terminate:

• You may cancel your affiliate account at any time
• Outstanding commissions owed will be paid per normal schedule
• You must stop using all Course 27 affiliate links immediately upon cancellation

Course 27 May Terminate:

• We may terminate your affiliate account for any reason with 30 days notice
• We may terminate immediately for violations of these terms
• Reasons for immediate termination include: fraud, spam, trademark infringement, misrepresentation, self-referrals, or prohibited promotional methods

Upon Termination:

• Access to affiliate dashboard is revoked
• All affiliate links are deactivated
• Outstanding commissions owed (if any) will be paid within 60 days
• You must cease all promotional activities using Course 27 branding

10. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Course 27, its owners, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

• Your promotional activities
• Your violation of these terms
• Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
• Any misrepresentation you make about Course 27 products

11. NO GUARANTEE OF EARNINGS

Course 27 makes no guarantee regarding affiliate earnings. Your income depends on your promotional efforts, audience size, and conversion rates. Past performance by other affiliates does not guarantee future results.

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Course 27's liability to you is limited to the commissions owed under this agreement. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your participation in the affiliate program.

13. GOVERNING LAW

This agreement is governed by the laws of [Your State/Country]. Any disputes will be resolved in [Your County/Jurisdiction].

14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Course 27 regarding the affiliate program. Any modifications must be made in writing and agreed upon by both parties.

15. CONTACT INFORMATION