Affiliate Terms & Conditions

Last updated: February 20, 2026

Publisher Agreement Overview

Astrafuse ("Astrafuse") and Publisher ("Publisher") hereby enter into a Publisher Agreement ("Agreement") governing the terms for Publisher's participation in the Astrafuse Lead Generation program ("Program").

Key Definitions

For purposes of this Agreement:

Ad or Creative

Graphic or text files for marketing on behalf of Astrafuse and/or its Advertisers.

Click

Activation of a hyperlink measured by Astrafuse.

Impressions

Times an Ad is served to a unique visitor.

IP

Ads, Astrafuse Code, or other intellectual property provided by Astrafuse.

Publisher Media

Website(s), search engine(s), or other media for Ad placement.

Unit

User's completion of an action requested by Astrafuse and/or the Advertiser.

User

Any person accessing Publisher's Media.

Astrafuse Code

Pixels, intellectual property, or computer code provided by Astrafuse.

I. Program Participation

Astrafuse reserves the right to refuse service and reject any Publisher or website. Publishers must adhere to specified terms; failure to do so results in termination.

II. Non-Solicitation of Members

Publisher shall not solicit Astrafuse members for six (6) months following termination of this Agreement. Violations may incur additional commission payable to Astrafuse.

III. Sharing of Member Information

Astrafuse may provide Publisher information to Advertisers, law enforcement, or third parties as needed in connection with the Program or as required by law.

IV. Services

Astrafuse acknowledges that occasional service interruptions may occur. Astrafuse is not liable for third-party website functionality or availability.

V. Prohibited Conduct

Astrafuse does not accept traffic generated through Prohibited Conduct. Prohibited Conduct includes violations related to Ad Placement & Tracking, Websites, Search, and Email, as further specified by Astrafuse.

VI. Ad Requirements

Publisher shall comply with industry standards in Ad placement. No modifications to Ads, Astrafuse Code, or IP may be made without Astrafuse's prior written consent.

VII. Publisher Requirements

Publisher is solely responsible for placing Ads on Publisher Media in accordance with this Agreement. Full delivery of valid data, as specified by Astrafuse, is Publisher's responsibility.

VIII. Flight Dates and Unit Caps

Publisher must not place Ads beyond specified Flight Dates or Unit caps. Astrafuse reserves the right to pay only for Units delivered within proper constraints.

IX. Payment

Astrafuse has no further obligation to Publisher upon payment. Astrafuse and Advertisers retain the right to market persons and data from Units without additional obligations to Publisher.

XI. Compensation

Astrafuse will not compensate for rejected Units, including duplicates, invalid, incomplete, or fraudulent data. If payment is received for such Units, Astrafuse may seek credit or reimbursement.

XII. Clicks

Publisher shall not generate automated Clicks, Impressions, leads, or acquisitions through deceptive methods or Prohibited Conduct.

XIII. Click-Throughs

All Click-Throughs must go through Astrafuse's unique gateway and be recorded by Astrafuse's server.

XIV. Right to Audit

Publisher agrees to maintain accurate records. Astrafuse has the right to audit Publisher's records once every six (6) months.

XV. License

Astrafuse grants Publisher a limited, non-exclusive license to use IP solely for fulfilling obligations under this Agreement. Publisher acknowledges Astrafuse's ownership of IP and all related intellectual property rights.

XVI. Intellectual Property

Each party retains ownership of its Intellectual Property. Use, distribution, or reproduction of the other party's Intellectual Property requires prior written consent.

XVII. Data Ownership

Data, including personally identifiable information, is the exclusive property of Advertiser and/or Astrafuse. Astrafuse and/or its Advertisers have the right to market and re-market Users and/or data without further obligation to Publisher.

XVIII. Representations and Warranties

Publisher is responsible for Ad dissemination methods. Publisher warrants compliance with applicable laws, regulations, privacy policies, and IAB standards. Astrafuse makes no specific or implied promises regarding campaign outcomes.

XIX. Payment Terms

Astrafuse sets campaign rates and pays as specified in program terms. Unpaid earnings may roll over; unpaid accounts after six (6) months may face immediate payoff and dismissal. Publisher must provide accurate tax documents; failure to do so may incur administrative fees.

XX. Breach or Fraud

Astrafuse monitors for fraud; suspected fraud may lead to immediate account deactivation and forfeit of commissions. Astrafuse may demand return of unearned commissions.

XXI. Compensation and Payment Terms

Verified commissions are paid approximately fifteen (15) days after the last day of a calendar month. Commissions are payable only after earned and received from Astrafuse Customer.

XXII. Calculation

Astrafuse calculates earnings at its sole discretion; disagreements must be raised within seven (7) days.

XXIII. Indemnity

Publisher indemnifies and holds harmless Astrafuse and its affiliates (collectively, "Astrafuse Parties") against any legal liability arising from Publisher's website, linked material, or campaign-related complaints.

XXIV. Limitations of Liability & Warranties

All services provided by Astrafuse are provided "as is" and "as available." Astrafuse disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and is not responsible for delays or failures beyond its reasonable control.

XXV. Limitation of Liability

Astrafuse is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages. Astrafuse's total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the specific advertising campaign or $10,000, whichever is less. No legal action against Astrafuse shall be brought more than one (1) year after the claim arises.

XXVI. Consideration

Publisher acknowledges that pricing relies on the limitations of liability, disclaimers, and limitations on damages set forth in this Agreement. These considerations are fundamental to the Agreement and shall survive even if any such provision is deemed to have failed of its essential purpose.

XXVII. Term & Termination

This Agreement applies for as long as Publisher distributes Ads for Astrafuse. Astrafuse may terminate this Agreement with or without cause at any time.

XXVIII. Post-Termination

Upon termination, Publisher must immediately remove all IP from its website(s). Publisher will be paid accrued earnings in the next scheduled payment cycle, subject to the terms of this Agreement.

XXIX. Confidentiality

Publisher agrees to use Confidential Information only for the purpose of performing under this Agreement. Confidential Information must be protected, not commingled with other information, and strictly controlled. Upon termination or upon Astrafuse's request, Publisher shall destroy or return all Confidential Information. Breach of this section may result in injunctive relief and Astrafuse's reasonable attorneys' fees. Publisher will not circumvent Astrafuse to solicit or contract with Astrafuse's third-party advertisers.

XXX. Non-Disparagement

Publisher refrains from disparagement, interference, or harm to Astrafuse, its contracts, and relationships. Breach may lead to injunctive relief and Astrafuse's reasonable attorneys' fees.

XXXI. Choice of Law, Jurisdiction & Venue

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Kansas. The exclusive forum for any action or proceeding related to this Agreement shall be in King County, Washington (Kirkland). The parties consent to venue and jurisdiction therein and agree that service may be made by overnight courier or U.S. mail.

XXXII. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties. Astrafuse may change the Agreement from time to time; Publisher's continued use of the Program after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Agreement.

XXXIII. Modification

Except as otherwise provided herein, modifications to this Agreement require a written instrument signed by both parties.

XXXIV. Notice

Notices under this Agreement must be sent to Astrafuse's address on record or to Publisher's account email or physical address on file.

XXXV. Assignment

Publisher may not assign this Agreement without Astrafuse's prior written consent. Astrafuse and its assignees may assign this Agreement without restriction.

XXXVI. Independent Contractor

Each party is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a joint venture, partnership, or agency relationship between the parties.

XXXVII. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to causes beyond its reasonable control.

XXXVIII. Survival & Severability

Obligations that by their nature survive termination (including but not limited to confidentiality, indemnity, limitation of liability, and non-disparagement) shall remain in effect. If any provision conflicts with applicable law, it shall be restated to reflect the parties' intent to the maximum extent permitted; the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

XXXIX. Remedies & Waiver

Rights and remedies under this Agreement are cumulative. Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of the right to enforce it later.