FRECKLE RODEO AFFILIATE PROGRAM AGREEMENT
Effective Date: 18 May 2026
This Affiliate Program Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between Freckle Rodeo Pty Ltd (ABN 37 652 392 670) (“Freckle Rodeo”, “we”, “us”, “our”) and the individual or entity applying to participate in the affiliate program (“Affiliate”, “you”, “your”).
By submitting an application, making a referral, or participating in the program, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.
1. Purpose
1.1 The purpose of this Agreement is to establish the terms under which the Affiliate may introduce prospective clients to Freckle Rodeo and earn commission on qualifying revenue received by Freckle Rodeo.
1.2 Freckle Rodeo is a global creative agency focused on high-quality delivery across AI automation, branding, websites, campaigns, and growth services.
1.3 The Affiliate makes introductions only. Freckle Rodeo is solely responsible for all strategy, sales, contracting, and delivery.
2. Nature of Relationship
2.1 The Affiliate acts as an independent contractor.
2.2 Nothing in this Agreement creates any employment, partnership, joint venture, agency, fiduciary, or franchise relationship.
2.3 The Affiliate has no authority to bind Freckle Rodeo or make representations on behalf of Freckle Rodeo unless expressly authorised in writing.
3. Program Overview
3.1 The Affiliate Program operates as follows:
(a) The Affiliate applies and is approved
(b) The Affiliate submits a referral
(c) Freckle Rodeo evaluates, scopes, and pursues the opportunity
(d) Commission is paid if the deal is successfully closed and funds are received
4. Referral Requirements
4.1 To qualify, all referrals must:
(a) Be submitted within 7 days of initial introduction
(b) Be made with the client’s permission
(c) Be genuine, contactable, and made in good faith
(d) Not already exist in Freckle Rodeo’s pipeline
4.2 The first valid referral received will be credited.
4.3 Freckle Rodeo reserves full discretion to determine the validity and ownership of referrals.
5. Client Qualification Standards
5.1 Target referrals should ideally meet the following:
(a) Minimum project budget of approximately AUD $10,000
(b) Clear need for services offered by Freckle Rodeo
(c) Access to decision-makers
(d) Warm introduction rather than cold outreach
5.2 Freckle Rodeo is not obligated to pursue any referral.
6. Commission Structure
6.1 Commission is calculated as a percentage of Net Service Revenue actually received by Freckle Rodeo.
6.2 Net Service Revenue excludes:
(a) GST
(b) advertising or media spend
(c) third-party costs
(d) pass-through expenses
(e) refunds, credits, or chargebacks
(f) disputed or unpaid amounts
6.3 Project-Based Commission
Commission rates are applied as follows:
(a) Under $10,000 — 10%
(b) $10,000 to $100,000 — 8%
(c) $100,000 to $200,000 — 6% to 7%
(d) $200,000 and above — 4% to 5%
Where a range applies, the final rate is determined based on deal structure, margin profile, and engagement complexity.
6.4 Retainer Commission
(a) Ongoing services are paid at 5% commission
(b) Commission is paid for a period of 6 to 12 months from the first payment received
(c) No commission applies after the approved duration unless agreed in writing
6.5 Commission Trigger
Commission is only payable when:
(a) A contract is executed AND
(b) Payment is received by Freckle Rodeo
No commission is payable for deals not completed or not paid.
7. Payment Terms
7.1 Commissions are calculated monthly.
7.2 Payments are made on the 15th of the following month for funds received in the prior month.
7.3 The Affiliate must provide a valid tax invoice where applicable.
7.4 Payment will be made to the details provided by the Affiliate. The Affiliate is responsible for accuracy.
8. Holdbacks and Clawbacks
8.1 Freckle Rodeo may apply a holdback period of up to 60 days to account for refunds or disputes.
8.2 If a payment is later reversed, refunded, or deemed ineligible, commission may be clawed back or deducted from future payments.
9. Affiliate Conduct
9.1 The Affiliate must:
(a) Act honestly and in good faith
(b) Accurately represent Freckle Rodeo
(c) Comply with applicable laws and marketing regulations
9.2 The Affiliate must not:
(a) Send spam or unsolicited bulk communications
(b) Misrepresent Freckle Rodeo
(c) Make false claims or guarantees
(d) Use deceptive or unethical marketing practices
10. Brand and Intellectual Property
10.1 Freckle Rodeo retains full ownership of all intellectual property.
10.2 A limited, revocable licence may be granted to use approved materials strictly for promotion.
10.3 The Affiliate must not:
(a) Register similar domain names or social handles
(b) Impersonate Freckle Rodeo
(c) Use branding in a misleading manner
11. Confidentiality
11.1 The Affiliate must keep confidential all non-public information including:
(a) client details
(b) pricing
(c) commercial terms
(d) internal processes
11.2 This obligation continues after termination.
12. Compliance and Disclosure
12.1 The Affiliate must disclose their relationship with Freckle Rodeo when promoting services.
12.2 The Affiliate must comply with all applicable privacy, anti-spam, and marketing laws.
12.3 The Affiliate must maintain records of:
(a) introductions
(b) consent
(c) communications
12.4 Freckle Rodeo may request evidence of compliance and suspend payments if requirements are not met.
13. Non-Circumvention
13.1 The Affiliate must not bypass Freckle Rodeo to transact directly with referred clients.
13.2 This applies during the attribution period and for 12 months after introduction.
14. Term and Termination
14.1 This Agreement continues until terminated.
14.2 Either party may terminate with 14 days’ notice.
14.3 Immediate termination may occur in cases of:
(a) fraud
(b) misconduct
(c) breach of Agreement
14.4 Commissions earned prior to termination remain payable subject to this Agreement.
15. Liability
15.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law, Freckle Rodeo is not liable for indirect or consequential loss.
15.2 Total liability is limited to commissions paid in the three months preceding any claim.
16. Governing Law
16.1 This Agreement is governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia.
17. Entire Agreement
17.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.
17.2 No verbal agreements or prior understandings shall have effect unless confirmed in writing.
Acceptance
By applying to or participating in the Affiliate Program, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement.