Affiliate, Influencer & Ambassador Operating Agreement

Artfully Curated Creations
Effective Date: 14/08/2025

1. Parties

This Agreement is entered into between:

• Artfully Curated Creations, trading as Artfully Curated Creations, registered in [Your Location], ("Company", “we”, “us”, “our”), and
  
  

• The individual or entity participating in our affiliate, influencer, or ambassador programs ("Partner", “you”, “your”).
  

2. Definitions

For this Agreement:

• Affiliate – a person or entity who earns commission for referring customers via a unique tracking link or code.
  
  

• Influencer – a person who creates and shares promotional content for agreed compensation.
  
  

• Ambassador – a longer-term brand representative who may receive products, commissions, or other benefits in exchange for ongoing promotion.
  

3. Independent Contractor Status

You are an independent contractor, not an employee, partner, or agent of the Company.

• You are responsible for your own taxes, insurance, equipment, and expenses.
  
  

• You cannot make commitments or representations on behalf of the Company without written permission.
  

4. Scope of Work

• Specific deliverables (posts, videos, appearances, referral links, etc.) will be agreed upon in writing.
  
  

• You agree to follow all brand guidelines provided.
  
  

• Any deviation from agreed deliverables must be approved in writing.
  

5. Compensation

• Affiliates will receive commission based on valid sales tracked via our system (e.g., GOAFFPRO).
  
  

• Influencers and Ambassadors may receive:
  
  

• Fixed payments,
  
  

• Commission on sales,
  
  

• Free or discounted products, or
  
  

• Other agreed benefits.
  
  

• Payments are made via [your payment method] on [frequency] once thresholds are met.
  
  

• You are responsible for providing accurate payment details and tax information (including UK HMRC self-assessment if applicable).
  

6. Content & Intellectual Property

• Content you create under this Agreement remains your copyright, but you grant the Company a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and distribute it in any media.
  
  

• Company-provided materials (logos, images, product shots) remain our property and may only be used in the agreed manner.
  
  

• You may not alter our branding or misrepresent products.
  

7. Confidentiality

You agree not to disclose or misuse any confidential information you receive, including but not limited to:

• Product launch details,
  
  

• Pricing strategies,
  
  

• Marketing plans,
  
  

• Customer data.
   This obligation continues even after termination of the Agreement.
  

8. Exclusivity (Optional)

[Tick if applies] You agree not to promote competing businesses or products in the same category for [X months] during and after the term of this Agreement without written consent.

9. Compliance with Laws & Advertising Standards

• You must comply with all applicable laws, including UK Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, GDPR, and the CAP Code.
  
  

• All promotional content must include clear disclosure of the commercial relationship (e.g., “#ad”, “#gifted”, “Paid Partnership”).
  
  

• You must not make false, misleading, or unsubstantiated claims.
  

10. Prohibited Conduct

You must not:

• Use spam or unsolicited communications.
  
  

• Engage in discriminatory, hateful, or offensive behaviour.
  
  

• Promote illegal or unsafe activities.
  
  

• Bid on our trademarked terms in paid search without permission.
  

11. Term & Termination

• This Agreement begins on the Effective Date and continues until terminated by either party.
  
  

• We may terminate immediately if you breach the Agreement or damage our brand reputation.
  
  

• Upon termination, you must stop using our materials and remove affiliate links.
  

12. Liability & Indemnity

• We are not liable for your actions, omissions, or any damages you cause.
  
  

• You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against claims, losses, or expenses arising from your breach of this Agreement or applicable laws.
  

13. Data Protection

• Any personal data you process on our behalf must be handled in compliance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
  
  

• You must not collect or store customer payment information.
  

14. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

• This Agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales.
  
  

• Disputes should first be attempted to be resolved amicably. If unresolved, disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
  

15. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with any campaign briefs, constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions or agreements.

16. Acceptance

By applying to participate in, or by beginning work with, Artfully Curated Creations as an Affiliate, Influencer, or Ambassador, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Operating Terms.

• No physical signature is required.
  
  

• Your participation constitutes full legal acceptance of this Agreement.
  
  

• If you do not agree, you must not participate in the program or perform any promotional activities on behalf of the Company.