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Real Life Potions Affiliate Program Terms and Agreement
By checking the box below, you ("Affiliate") agree to the following terms and conditions with Real Life Potions, LLC ("Company"), a Black woman-owned online retail store specializing in wellness and self-care products. Please review this agreement carefully before registering as an affiliate.
1. Program Participation
1.1 Eligibility
Affiliate confirms that they:
- Are at least 18 years of age.
- Have a valid tax ID or Social Security Number.
- Have provided accurate personal and business information.
- Have the authority to enter into this agreement.
- Will represent the Real Life Potions brand with integrity.
1.2 Account Responsibility
Affiliate agrees to:
- Maintain the security of their login credentials.
- Update account information as needed.
- Use only one affiliate account per person or entity.
- Notify Real Life Potions immediately of any unauthorized access.
- Uphold the brand’s mission and values.
2. Commission Structure and Payments
2.1 Commission Terms
- Base Commission Rate: 10% on qualified product sales.
- Growth-Based Tiers: Affiliates advance through higher commission levels based on their referral count:
- Base Level: 10% commission (0-25 referrals).
- Silver Level: 12% commission (26-50 referrals).
- Gold Level: 15% commission (51-100 referrals).
- Diamond Level: 18% commission (100+ referrals).
- Cookie Duration: 365 days, allowing earnings on purchases up to a year after the first click.
- Minimum Payout Threshold: $25.
- Payment Schedule: Monthly payments processed by the 15th.
- Bonus Commissions: Available for select product launches or events.
2.2 Commission Calculations
Commissions are calculated based on the product price only, excluding taxes and shipping:
Example:
- Customer Purchase: $100 product + $8 tax + $12 shipping = $120 total.
- Commission: $100 × 10% = $10.
2.3 Cookie Duration Benefits
- Earn commissions on all customer purchases for 365 days after the first click.
- Multiple purchases from the same customer within this period qualify for commission.
- Cookie duration resets with each new click on your affiliate link.
- Last-click attribution applies if multiple affiliate links are clicked.
2.4 Payment Conditions
- Commissions paid only on completed, non-refunded sales.
- Deductions may apply for returns or order cancellations.
- Payment Methods: PayPal, Cash App, or store credit (with an additional 5% bonus for store credit).
3. Marketing Guidelines
3.1 Permitted Marketing Methods
Affiliate agrees to:
- Use only approved marketing materials provided by Real Life Potions.
- Keep product descriptions accurate and up-to-date.
- Follow all provided brand guidelines.
- Share authentic product experiences aligned with the brand’s self-care mission.
3.2 Prohibited Activities
Affiliate will NOT:
- Send unsolicited or spam emails.
- Bid on “Real Life Potions” or “RLPotions” trademark terms.
- Make misleading claims about product benefits.
- Engage in deceptive marketing practices.
- Promote on adult, illegal, or unapproved websites.
- Use tactics such as cookie stuffing or link manipulation.
- Make unapproved medical claims about products.
4. Legal Compliance
4.1 FTC Disclosure Requirements
Affiliate must:
- Disclose their affiliate relationship with Real Life Potions clearly.
- Use the provided FTC-compliant disclosure language.
- Ensure disclosures are prominently placed and updated as required by law.
4.2 Intellectual Property
Affiliate agrees to:
- Respect Real Life Potions’ trademarks and copyrights.
- Only use marketing materials as authorized.
- Avoid altering logos or brand materials.
- Not register similar or competitive domain names.
5. Privacy and Data Protection
5.1 Data Handling
Affiliate will:
- Protect customer data and confidentiality.
- Refrain from sharing, selling, or misusing customer information.
- Comply with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR if relevant.
- Report any data breaches immediately to Real Life Potions.
6. Product Representation
6.1 Product Claims
Affiliate must:
- Use only approved product descriptions and claims.
- Avoid making unapproved medical or cure claims.
- Share genuine product experiences.
- Comply with FDA and FTC guidelines for beauty and wellness products.
6.2 Brand Values
Affiliate agrees to:
- Uphold Real Life Potions' commitment to quality and wellness.
- Represent the brand’s support of the Black community and responsible self-care practices.
- Align promotional efforts with the brand’s values.
7. Term and Termination
7.1 Agreement Duration
- Agreement becomes effective upon registration.
- Either party may terminate the agreement with written notice.
- Real Life Potions may terminate immediately for any violations.
7.2 Post-Termination
Upon termination, Affiliate agrees to:
- Remove all Real Life Potions materials from online and offline channels.
- Complete any pending transactions.
- Receive a final commission payment, if eligible.
- Return any confidential information.
- Cease using Real Life Potions brand name and materials.
8. Support and Communication
Real Life Potions provides:
- Dedicated affiliate support at lavonia@rlpotions.com.
- Regular program updates and performance tracking.
- Professional marketing materials.
- Product education, including early access to new product information.
- Monthly strategy calls for Diamond-level affiliates.
9. Special Promotions and Events
Affiliates may receive:
- Advance notice of upcoming sales and promotions.
- Affiliate-only discounts.
- Early access to new products.
- Exclusive training events and opportunities for increased commissions.
10. Tax Responsibility
Affiliate acknowledges:
- Responsibility for all taxes related to earnings.
- Independent contractor status.
- Requirement to submit necessary tax documentation (e.g., 1099 forms).
- No entitlement to employee benefits or rights.
Declaration of Agreement
By checking the box below, you:
- Confirm that you have read and understood this agreement.
- Accept all terms and conditions.
- Confirm your eligibility to participate.
- Agree to adhere to program requirements.
- Commit to representing Real Life Potions with integrity and professionalism.