Affiliate Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the Hardwood Bargains affiliate program! By joining our program, you agree to comply with the following terms and conditions. These guidelines are in place to ensure a mutually beneficial relationship and maintain the integrity of our program.

Commission Structure

• Commission Rate: Affiliates earn a 5% commission on qualifying flooring orders.
• Order Minimum: Commissions apply only to orders with a minimum value of $500 (before taxes and shipping) and only on products with HWB SKUs.
• Non-Eligible Products: Commissions and sample orders are not available on clearance items.

Eligibility Requirements

• Online Purchases Only: Commissions apply only to customer orders placed through the Hardwood Bargains online store. In-store and phone orders are not eligible.
• Order Tracking: Sales must be tracked via an affiliate link provided by Hardwood Bargains. Orders without proper tracking links may not qualify for commissions.

Payment Terms

• Payout Schedule: Commissions will be reviewed and paid monthly, provided the orders meet eligibility requirements and are not returned.
• Returns and Cancellations: If an order is canceled or returned, the associated commission will be voided.

Program Integrity

• Promotion Restrictions: Affiliates may not use misleading information to promote Hardwood Bargains products. Misrepresentation of the brand, products, pricing, or promotions is prohibited.
• Unauthorized Channels: Affiliates are not permitted to use paid advertisements that compete directly with Hardwood Bargains, including bidding on branded keywords or using misleading redirects.

Additional Notes

Hardwood Bargains reserves the right to modify, update, or terminate the affiliate program and its terms at any time. Affiliates will be notified of significant changes to the program.

Privacy Policy

Hardwood Bargains is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure affiliate experience. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard information related to the affiliate program.

Information Collection

• Personal Information: When joining our affiliate program, we collect your name, email address, payment details, and any additional information necessary to manage the program.
• Tracking Data: We use cookies and tracking links to monitor affiliate referrals and ensure proper commission allocation.

Use of Information

• Program Administration: Your information is used to manage the affiliate program, track referrals, and process commission payments.
• Communication: We may use your email address to send program updates, payment notifications, or other relevant information.

Information Sharing

• Third-Party Services: We may share your information with payment processors and affiliate tracking software providers to manage the program effectively.
• Legal Requirements: Your information may be disclosed if required by law or in response to valid legal processes.

Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

• Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct your personal information.
• Opt-Out: You may opt out of the affiliate program at any time by contacting us.

Policy Updates

Hardwood Bargains reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Affiliates will be notified of significant changes.