Affiliate Terms of Service

Effective Date: July 18, 2025

Important: These terms apply specifically to Closure's affiliate program. Regular users should refer to our standard Terms of Service.

1. Affiliate Program Overview

Closure's affiliate program allows approved partners to earn commissions by referring new subscribers to our premium service. This program is invitation-only and requires admin approval.

Key Program Details:
  • Commission Rate: 42% of subscription revenue
  • Payout Amount: $1.26 per $3 monthly subscription
  • Approval Required: Admin ([email protected]) must enable accounts
  • Minimum Payout: $10.00 accumulated earnings

2. Eligibility & Approval

  • Admin Approval: Only admin can enable affiliate status
  • Account Requirements: Must have active Closure account in good standing
  • Payout Setup: Must connect valid payout method before receiving referral links
  • Age Requirement: Must be 18+ or have legal guardian consent
  • Geographic Restrictions: Available in US, Canada, UK, Australia, and EU

3. Commission Structure

Commission Breakdown
  • Subscription: $3.00
  • Processing Fees: -$0.57
  • Platform Share: -$1.17
  • Your Commission: $1.26
Earning Potential
  • 10 referrals: $12.60/month
  • 25 referrals: $31.50/month
  • 50 referrals: $63.00/month
  • 100 referrals: $126.00/month

4. Payout Terms

Mandatory Payout Cycles: All payouts operate on forced 2-week cycles. Unclaimed earnings are forfeited.
  • Payout Schedule: Every 2 weeks (bi-weekly)
  • Minimum Payout: $10.00 accumulated earnings
  • Payout Methods: Stripe (direct deposit), PayPal, Wire Transfer
  • Processing Time: 3-5 business days after payout cycle
  • Forfeiture Policy: Unclaimed payouts are forfeited after 2-week window

5. Affiliate Responsibilities

  • Honest Promotion: Only make truthful claims about Closure
  • Disclosure Required: Must disclose affiliate relationship in all promotions
  • Brand Compliance: Follow brand guidelines and approved messaging
  • Traffic Quality: Only drive legitimate, engaged traffic
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

6. Prohibited Activities

Violation of these terms will result in immediate termination and forfeiture of all earnings.
  • Spam or unsolicited email marketing
  • Fraudulent referrals or fake sign-ups
  • Trademark or copyright infringement
  • Misleading or false advertising
  • Paid search advertising on Closure brand terms
  • Adult content or inappropriate associations

7. Tracking & Attribution

Referrals are tracked through unique affiliate codes and cookies:

  • Unique Codes: Each affiliate receives a unique tracking code
  • Cookie Duration: 30-day attribution window
  • Last-Click Attribution: Most recent referral source gets credit
  • Real-Time Tracking: Dashboard shows live conversion data

8. Termination & Suspension

Closure reserves the right to terminate affiliate accounts for any reason:

  • Immediate Termination: For violation of terms or fraudulent activity
  • 30-Day Notice: For policy changes or program modifications
  • Earned Commissions: Paid out according to regular schedule unless fraud is involved
  • No Guaranteed Income: Affiliate status does not guarantee future earnings

9. Tax Responsibilities

Tax Compliance: Affiliates are responsible for all tax obligations related to their earnings.
  • 1099 Forms: Issued for US affiliates earning $600+ annually
  • International Taxes: Non-US affiliates responsible for local tax compliance
  • Record Keeping: Maintain records of all affiliate earnings and expenses
  • Professional Advice: Consult tax professionals for complex situations

10. Modification of Terms

These affiliate terms may be modified at any time with 30 days notice to active affiliates. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

11. Contact & Support

For affiliate program questions or support:

Affiliate Support: [email protected]

Response Time: 24-48 hours

Program Status: Active (invitation-only)

By participating in the Closure affiliate program, you agree to these Affiliate Terms of Service.