The terms govern everything. Read them once properly.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
The commission rate, and whether it varies by product Which products are commissionable The cookie period The holding period before commission clears The minimum payout threshold and payout methods Prohibited promotional methods Grounds for forfeiture and removal Whether renewals earn commission How and when terms may change
WHY IT MATTERS
Most affiliate disputes trace to an assumption rather than a term. Someone assumed renewals paid, or that self-referral was acceptable, or that a promotional method was allowed.
WHERE TO FIND THEM
In the Affiliates section of the Client Area, and on our website.
IF TERMS CHANGE
Material changes are notified. Continuing to participate after the effective date constitutes acceptance, so the notices are worth reading.
IF SOMETHING IS UNCLEAR
Open a ticket and ask before acting on your interpretation. A short question costs nothing; a forfeited balance costs more.