This Affiliate Policy (“Policy”) governs participation in the Codoser Affiliate Program (“Program”), operated by Codoser.com (“Codoser,” “we,” “our,” “us”).
By joining the Program, affiliates (“Affiliate,” “you,” “your”) agree to comply with this Policy, which sets out the terms for promotion, commission earnings, payouts, compliance, and conduct.
The Program is open to individuals and entities globally, subject to the terms below and applicable laws.
1. Scope of the Policy
1.1 This Policy applies to all affiliates, including individuals, agencies, and companies promoting Codoser’s products and services.
1.2 It governs enrollment, promotion, commission calculation, fraud prevention, taxes, termination, and compliance.
1.3 Participation constitutes a binding legal agreement.
2. Program Purpose
2.1 The purpose of the Program is to allow Affiliates to earn commissions by referring customers to Codoser via approved marketing channels.
2.2 Affiliates act as independent promoters and not as employees, partners, or legal representatives of Codoser.
3. Eligibility
3.1 To participate, you must:
3.2 Applications from high-risk or prohibited jurisdictions may be rejected.
4. Enrollment Process
4.1 Affiliates must apply through the official Codoser Affiliate Registration Portal.
4.2 Codoser reviews applications and may accept or reject at its sole discretion.
4.3 Incomplete or inaccurate applications may be delayed or denied.
5. Affiliate Account Obligations
5.1 Affiliates must maintain an active account with:
5.2 Affiliates are responsible for securing their account credentials.
6. Non-Transferability
6.1 Affiliate accounts and tracking links are non-transferable.
6.2 You may not sell, assign, or transfer your account or commissions without written permission from Codoser.
7. Affiliate Identification and Tracking
7.1 Affiliates receive unique tracking links or promo codes to track referred traffic and sales.
7.2 Tracking uses cookies and server-side methods to ensure accurate attribution.
7.3 Affiliates are responsible for using the correct links in promotions.
8. Commission Structure
8.1 Affiliates earn a percentage-based commission on valid referred sales.
8.2 Commission rates may vary by product category, promotional campaign, or affiliate performance tier.
8.3 Specific rates are communicated in the affiliate dashboard or program announcements.
9. Commission Eligibility
9.1 Commissions are earned only on eligible transactions, meaning:
9.2 Self-referrals or internal purchases are not eligible.
10. Attribution Windows
10.1 Affiliate cookies typically last 30 days, unless otherwise specified.
10.2 Sales made within this window after the user clicks an affiliate link are attributed to the Affiliate.
10.3 Multiple affiliates referring the same user follow last-click attribution, unless overridden by special campaigns.
11. Payout Schedule
11.1 Commissions are paid on a monthly basis, subject to:
11.2 Payouts may be delayed for investigations or regulatory compliance.
12. Payment Methods
12.1 Payouts are made via approved methods such as:
12.2 Affiliates must bear any transaction or conversion fees charged by payment providers.
13. Taxes and Withholding
13.1 Affiliates are responsible for complying with their local tax laws regarding affiliate income.
13.2 Codoser may withhold taxes (e.g., TDS in India) where legally required and issue certificates.
13.3 Affiliates must provide valid tax information to avoid excessive withholding.
14. Commission Adjustments
14.1 Commissions may be adjusted or reversed if:
14.2 Adjustments may reflect in subsequent payout cycles.
15. Fraud Prevention
15.1 Codoser actively monitors for affiliate fraud, including:
15.2 Fraudulent activity leads to immediate account suspension and commission forfeiture.
16. Prohibited Activities
16.1 Affiliates may not:
16.2 Violations result in permanent termination.
17. Brand Usage Guidelines
17.1 Affiliates may use Codoser logos, banners, and materials only provided in the official media kit (Limited use).
17.2 Modifications are prohibited unless approved in writing.
17.3 Misuse of the brand can lead to termination and legal action.
18. Content and Advertising Standards
18.1 All affiliate promotions must comply with:
18.2 Affiliates must clearly disclose affiliate relationships (e.g., “This post contains affiliate links…”).
19. Geographic Restrictions
19.1 Affiliates must comply with applicable laws in their target markets.
19.2 Promotion in restricted jurisdictions (e.g., sanctioned countries) is prohibited.
20. Anti-Spam Compliance
20.1 Affiliates must comply with CAN-SPAM (US), GDPR (EU), and equivalent anti-spam regulations globally.
20.2 All marketing emails must include proper disclosures and unsubscribe mechanisms.
21. Social Media Promotions
21.1 When promoting on social media, affiliates must:
21.2 Fake followers or engagement manipulation is strictly prohibited.
22. Paid Advertising Restrictions
22.1 Affiliates using paid ads must:
22.2 Unapproved paid campaigns may result in commission forfeiture.
23. Use of Coupons and Incentives
23.1 Affiliates may use promotional codes or offers only if officially provided by Codoser.
23.2 Unauthorized coupon distribution or fake discount claims are violations.
24. Content Quality
24.1 Affiliate content must be original, accurate, and relevant to the promoted products.
24.2 Clickbait, false claims, or low-quality content harm platform reputation and are prohibited.
25. Data Privacy Obligations
25.1 Affiliates collecting user data (e.g., via lead forms) must comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws.
25.2 Personal data collected must not be sold or shared without proper consent.
26. Audit and Compliance
26.1 Codoser reserves the right to audit affiliate activities, including websites, ads, and traffic sources.
26.2 Affiliates must cooperate fully during audits and provide requested information promptly.
27. Suspension and Termination
27.1 Codoser may suspend or terminate affiliate accounts for:
27.2 Termination leads to forfeiture of unpaid commissions.
28. Termination by Affiliate
28.1 Affiliates may terminate participation at any time by submitting a written request.
28.2 Outstanding commissions are processed during the next payout cycle, subject to eligibility.
29. Post-Termination Obligations
29.1 Upon termination, affiliates must:
29.2 Failure to do so may result in legal action.
30. Commission Forfeiture
30.1 Commissions earned through policy violations, fraud, or post-termination promotions are forfeited permanently.
30.2 Codoser may reclaim wrongly paid amounts.
31. Non-Exclusivity
31.1 The Affiliate Program is non-exclusive.
31.2 Affiliates may promote other platforms, provided such activities do not involve misleading comparisons, trademark infringement, or direct poaching of Codoser customers.
31.3 Codoser may work with multiple affiliates simultaneously without exclusivity obligations.
32. Relationship Between Parties
32.1 Affiliates act as independent contractors, not as employees, partners, or agents of Codoser.
32.2 Affiliates may not make commitments or representations on behalf of Codoser.
32.3 No joint venture, franchise, or partnership is created through participation in the Program.
33. Platform Changes Affecting Affiliates
33.1 Codoser may modify the Affiliate Program structure, commission rates, or promotional tools at any time.
33.2 Affiliates are solely responsible to check changes regularly.
33.3 Continued participation after changes implies acceptance.
34. Commission Disputes
34.1 Any dispute regarding commission calculations must be raised within 7 days of the relevant payout.
34.2 Affiliates must provide supporting evidence (e.g., referral logs, traffic reports).
34.3 Commission disputes are resolved in accordance with the Dispute Resolution Policy.
35. Account Inactivity
35.1 Affiliate accounts with no referrals or activity for 12 consecutive months may be deemed inactive.
35.2 Inactive accounts may be closed, and unclaimed commissions forfeited without any notice.
36. Reporting and Analytics
36.1 Affiliates may have access to real-time dashboards showing clicks, conversions, commissions, and payout history.
36.2 Codoser reserves the right to correct reporting errors, whether technical or manual.
37. Confidentiality
37.1 Affiliates may receive confidential information (e.g., campaign strategies, rates).
37.2 Such information must not be disclosed or used for competitive purposes.
37.3 Confidentiality obligations survive termination.
38. Intellectual Property Ownership
38.1 All trademarks, service marks, logos, and creative assets remain the exclusive property of Codoser.
38.2 Affiliates receive a limited, non-transferable, revocable license to use approved assets for promotional purposes only.
38.3 Unauthorized IP use is grounds for termination and legal action.
39. Compliance with Applicable Laws
39.1 Affiliates must comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws, including but not limited to:
39.2 Codoser is not responsible for an affiliate’s non-compliance.
40. Anti-Fraud Cooperation
40.1 Affiliates must cooperate fully with Codoser during fraud investigations involving their traffic, referrals, or campaigns.
40.2 Refusal to cooperate may result in suspension or Permanent termination.
41. Indemnification
41.1 Affiliates agree to indemnify and hold harmless Codoser, its officers, employees, and partners against any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from:
41.2 This obligation survives termination.
42. Limitation of Liability
42.1 Codoser’s liability to any affiliate is limited to the total commissions earned and unpaid at the time of the claim.
42.2 Codoser is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., loss of profits, goodwill, or opportunities).
43. Platform Downtime or Errors
43.1 Temporary downtime, reporting errors, or tracking issues may occur.
43.2 Codoser is not liable for commissions lost due to technical outages, provided reasonable efforts are made to fix them.
44. Force Majeure
44.1 Neither party is liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond their control (e.g., natural disasters, internet outages, government actions).
44.2 Affected obligations are suspended for the duration of the force majeure event.
45. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
45.1 Affiliates must not use the program for money laundering or illicit fund movement.
45.2 Payouts may be withheld if suspicious activity is detected until legal clearance is received.
46. KYC Requirements
46.1 Affiliates must complete Know Your Customer (KYC) verification to receive payouts above thresholds defined by Codoser or regulators.
46.2 Incomplete KYC may result in delayed or cancelled payouts.
47. International Affiliates
47.1 Affiliates operating outside India must comply with their local tax, advertising, and data protection regulations.
47.2 International payouts may involve not limited to currency conversion fees, bank charges, or longer settlement timelines.
48. Governing Language
48.1 This Policy is drafted in English, which is the governing language for interpretation.
48.2 Translations are provided for convenience only and do not affect the legal meaning.
49. Assignment of Rights
49.1 Affiliates may not assign or transfer their rights or obligations under this Policy without Codoser’s written consent.
49.2 Codoser may assign its rights to successors or affiliated entities without notice.
50. Audit Rights
50.1 Codoser reserves the right to audit affiliate traffic sources, ad accounts, websites, and marketing methods periodically.
50.2 Non-cooperation or failure to provide requested documentation may result in termination.
51. Policy Violations and Consequences
51.1 Violations of this Policy may result in:
51.2 Codoser reserves sole discretion in applying consequences.
52. Appeals Process
52.1 Affiliates may appeal disciplinary actions by submitting supporting evidence within 15 days of the action.
52.2 Appeals are reviewed by senior program administrators, whose decision is final within the platform.
53. Non-Waiver
53.1 Failure by Codoser to enforce any provision of this Policy does not constitute a waiver of its right to enforce that or any other provision in the future.
54. Severability
54.1 If any provision of this Policy is found invalid or unenforceable by law, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.
54.2 Invalid clauses will be replaced with legally valid terms closest in intent.
55. Policy Updates
55.1 Codoser may update this Policy at any time to reflect regulatory changes, business strategies, or technological developments.
55.2 Affiliates are responsible for reviewing the Policy regularly to remain compliant.
56. Notification of Changes
56.1 Significant updates may be communicated via the affiliate dashboard or email.
56.2 Continued participation after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
57. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
57.1 This Policy is governed by Indian law, including applicable tax and advertising regulations, and relevant international frameworks.
57.2 Jurisdiction for legal proceedings is Maharashtra, India, unless otherwise required by law for international affiliates.
58. Dispute Resolution
58.1 Disputes arising under this Policy are resolved according to the Dispute Resolution Policy, including mediation and arbitration where applicable.
59. Policy Hierarchy
59.1 This Policy operates alongside:
59.2 In case of conflict, the more specific policy applies.
60. Affiliate Acknowledgment
60.1 By joining and participating in the Codoser Affiliate Program, affiliates acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to this Policy.
60.2 Compliance is mandatory, and violations may result in suspension, forfeiture, or legal action.
