Terms & Conditions - Affiliate Program

Effective: September 20, 2024
Last updated: September 20, 2024

Welcome to the Wumbo Woof Affiliate Program, powered by Social Snowball. This program is designed to reward our valued affiliates for referring new customers to our products and services. 

ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS & CONDITIONS

By participating in our Affiliate Program, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions, as well as the Terms and Conditions for accessing and using our website. You understand that violation of any terms may result in the termination of your participation in the program and forfeiture of any accrued commissions. Do not participate in our Affiliate Program if you do not agree to take all of the terms and conditions stated on this page. 

ELIGIBILITY

1. To be eligible for participation in the Wumbo Woof Affiliate Program, applicants must be 18 years or older and have an active and valid method of payment reception. Currently we support only Zelle^® payout (i.e. direct bank transfer). Affiliate must have a Zelle^® account to participate in the program.
2. Wumbo Woof reserves the right to approve or reject any application to the program at its sole discretion.
3. Each affiliate is eligible to participate in only one (1) program. 

PROGRAM PARTICIPATION

1. Affiliates will receive a unique referral code or link to share with potential new customers.
2. Commissions are earned on qualifying sales that are directly attributable to the affiliate's referral code or link.
3. Affiliates are responsible for ensuring their referral methods comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

COMMISSIONS AND PAYMENTS

1. Commission rates are subject to change at Wumbo Woof’s discretion. Affiliates will be notified of any changes.
2. Payments of commissions are contingent upon the collection of funds from the referred customer. Returned, refunded, or canceled sales will result in the deduction of the corresponding commission from the affiliate's balance. As such, commissions payments are made 30 days after a referred order is shipped to ensure collection of funds from the referred customer. 
3. Payments are processed once a week, with specific time communicated to affiliates. Any payouts earned before the weekly processing time will be accrued and processed on the day communicated.
4. Payments will be made via Zelle®. Affiliates are responsible for providing accurate Zelle® information needed for Wumbo Woof to process payments. Any error in payment information provided by affiliates may lead to payouts lost, and Wumbo Woof will not be held liable for affiliates’ errors. Wumbo Woof does not have the obligation to retrieve the payouts sent to wrong recipients, nor to repay affiliates. 
5. All commissions are subject to review and verification by Wumbo Woof. This process is to ensure the integrity of the Affiliate Program and may include the delay or withholding of payment while an investigation is conducted.
6. Commissions deemed to be earned through fraudulent, illegal, or overly aggressive, questionable sales or marketing methods will be voided.
7. Wumbo Woof reserves the right to withhold or delay payment of commissions pending an investigation of breach of these terms.

TAX REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

If an affiliate earns $600 or more in commissions during a calendar year, they are required to comply with U.S. tax regulations. As such, we must collect a completed IRS Form W-9 from U.S. affiliates before issuing any further payments.

For non-U.S. affiliates, a completed IRS Form W-8BEN is required to verify your foreign status and to claim any applicable tax treaty benefits. This form helps determine the correct rate of withholding tax on your earnings.

Please note:

1. Form Submission: We will request the necessary tax form once your earnings approach the $600 threshold. Failure to submit the required form may result in the withholding of further commissions until the form is received.

2. 1099-MISC Form: U.S. affiliates earning $600 or more in a calendar year will receive a 1099-MISC form by January 31 of the following year. This form reports your earnings to the IRS and is needed for your personal tax filing.

3. Tax Responsibility: Affiliates are responsible for reporting their earnings and paying any applicable taxes in their country of residence. We recommend consulting a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

COUPONS AND DEAL SITES

1. Posting on coupon websites, such as CouponBird and Honey, is strictly prohibited. Affiliates found to be sharing or allowing their codes to be posted on such sites will be subject to immediate termination from the program and forfeiture of any pending commissions.
2. Affiliates are encouraged to report any unauthorized use of their codes to Wumbo Woof for investigation.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES

1. Affiliates may not alter any brand assets provided by Wumbo Woof without prior written consent.
2. All promotional materials, including but not limited to images, logos, and slogans, must be used in a manner that is respectful and consistent with Wumbo Woof’s brand guidelines.

TERMINATION

1. Either party may terminate the affiliate relationship at any time with written notice.
2. Wumbo Woof reserves the right to terminate any affiliate program at any time. If this occurs, any commission earned before the program's termination date is still valid, given that it was earned according to the above guidelines and rules, and Wumbo Woof will process any outstanding payments accordingly.
3. Wumbo Woof reserves the right to terminate and forever ban any affiliate who earned commissions through fraudulent, illegal, or overly aggressive, questionable sales or marketing methods, as a result of Wumbo Woof's investigation. Commissions earned that constitute to this result will be voided.
4. Upon termination, the affiliate must cease all use of Wumbo Woof branding, promotional materials, and referral links or codes.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Wumbo Woof will not be liable for indirect, special, or consequential damages, or any loss of revenue, profits, or data arising in connection with this Agreement or the Affiliate Program, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

AMENDMENT

Wumbo Woof reserves the right to update and change these Terms and Conditions from time to time without notice. Continued participation in the program after such changes shall constitute your consent to such changes.

ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND FAQs

All participants in our Affiliate Program must also agree to our site’s Terms & Conditions. Frequently asked questions about the Affiliate Program can be found here.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions about the Terms and Conditions of our Affiliate Program should be sent to us at contact@wumbowoof.com.