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LeadDyno Glossary
Affiliate Agreement
The terms affiliates agree to, including rules, rates, and payout conditions.
Definition
An affiliate agreement is the set of rules, terms, and conditions that affiliates must follow when joining and promoting an affiliate program.
Why it matters
Affiliate agreements protect both the merchant and the affiliate. They explain how commissions are earned, when payouts happen, what promotional methods are allowed, and what actions may lead to rejected commissions or account removal.
What an affiliate agreement usually includes
- Commission rates
- Payout schedule
- Cookie duration
- Approved promotional methods
- Paid search rules
- Coupon and discount code rules
- Brand guidelines
- Prohibited activity
- Refund and chargeback policies
- Termination rules
