Affiliate & Referral Disclosure

1. OVERVIEW

1.1 Purpose of This Disclosure

Midnight Logic, Inc. ("Company," "we," "us") operates the bartendersNow™ platform with a commitment to transparency in all our business relationships. This Affiliate & Referral Disclosure explains our policies regarding referral programs, affiliate partnerships, and commercial relationships that may involve compensation.

1.2 FTC Compliance Commitment

We are committed to compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (16 CFR Part 255). This disclosure establishes the framework for transparent communication about any material connections that may influence recommendations, endorsements, or referrals.

1.3 Scope and Application

This Disclosure applies to:

• Any referral programs operated by bartendersNow™
• Affiliate partnerships and commercial relationships
• User participation in promotional activities
• Third-party endorsements or recommendations related to our platform

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2. CURRENT AFFILIATE RELATIONSHIPS

2.1 Platform Partner Programs

Current Status: As of the effective date of this Disclosure, bartendersNow™ does not operate any active affiliate or referral programs that compensate users for bringing new members to the platform.

This section will be updated if and when such programs are launched.

2.2 Third-Party Service Affiliations

We utilize third-party infrastructure and service providers to operate the platform. For a complete and current list of all third-party sub-processors, data types processed, and their privacy roles, please review Section 11.1 of our Privacy Policy.

These are functional integrations, not affiliate relationships. We do not receive referral compensation from these partners for users who sign up for their services.

2.3 Equipment and Supply Recommendations

When our platform or resources recommend bartending equipment, supplies, or related products:

Current Status: We do not currently participate in affiliate programs with equipment suppliers, retailers, or product manufacturers.

If this changes, specific disclosures will be added to any content containing affiliate links.

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3. FUTURE REFERRAL PROGRAM FRAMEWORK

3.1 Host Referral Program (Planned)

bartendersNow™ may implement a Host referral program in the future. If launched, such a program would:

Program Structure:

• Provide existing Hosts with unique referral links or codes
• Offer rewards (credits, discounts, or cash) when referred Hosts complete their first booking
• Require disclosure when sharing referral links

Disclosure Requirement: Participants must clearly disclose their referral relationship when recommending bartendersNow™:

"I may receive a reward if you sign up using my referral link."

3.2 Bartender Referral Program (Planned)

bartendersNow™ may implement a Bartender referral program in the future. If launched:

Program Structure:

• Allow existing Bartenders to refer other professionals to join the platform
• Provide rewards when referred Bartenders complete verification and their first booking
• Require disclosure of the referral relationship

Disclosure Requirement: Participants must disclose when recommending the platform to other bartenders:

"I may receive compensation if you join bartendersNow™ using my referral."

3.3 Affiliate Partner Programs (Planned)

bartendersNow™ may establish affiliate partnerships with:

• Bartending equipment suppliers
• Insurance providers offering coverage for service professionals
• Educational platforms offering bartending courses
• Event planning resources and vendors

If such partnerships are established, specific disclosures will appear alongside any recommendations or links.

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4. FTC DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Material Connection Disclosure

The FTC requires disclosure of any "material connection" between an endorser and the product or service being endorsed. Material connections include:

• Payment or compensation: Money received for endorsement
• Free products or services: Items provided at no cost in exchange for review or promotion
• Affiliate relationships: Commissions earned from referrals
• Employment or contractor relationships: Connection to the company being endorsed
• Family or personal relationships: Connections that might affect credibility

4.2 Required Disclosure Language

For Compensated Referrals:

"I may receive compensation if you sign up for bartendersNow™ using my referral link."

For Affiliate Product Links:

"This content contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links at no additional cost to you."

For Sponsored Content:

"This post is sponsored by bartendersNow™. I received compensation for sharing my experience."

For Free Services:

"I received free access to bartendersNow™ features in exchange for sharing my honest review."

4.3 Placement Requirements

Disclosures must be:

• Clear and conspicuous: Easily noticeable, not hidden in fine print
• Close to the claim: Near the endorsement or affiliate link, not at the bottom of the page
• Timely: Before the user clicks or makes a purchasing decision
• In the same format: Video endorsements require spoken disclosure; written content requires written disclosure
• Understandable: Plain language that consumers can easily understand

Platform-Specific Guidance:

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5. PARTICIPANT OBLIGATIONS

5.1 Honest Representations

All participants in bartendersNow™ referral or affiliate programs must:

• Share genuine experiences: Only recommend the platform based on actual use
• Provide accurate information: Do not make false or exaggerated claims
• Disclose material connections: Always reveal compensation or benefits received
• Respect intellectual property: Use only approved brand materials and messaging

5.2 Required Disclosures

Program participants must:

• Include appropriate disclosure language with all promotional content
• Disclose the relationship at the beginning of reviews or recommendations
• Update disclosures if the nature of the relationship changes
• Maintain disclosures even after the referral relationship ends (for existing content)

5.3 Prohibited Practices

Participants may NOT:

• Make false or misleading claims about bartendersNow™ services
• Create fake reviews or testimonials that misrepresent actual experiences
• Hide material connections in fine print or below-the-fold content
• Use deceptive tactics to generate clicks or sign-ups
• Spam or send unsolicited promotional messages
• Target minors with promotional content
• Violate platform terms of any third-party sites used for promotion
• Impersonate bartendersNow™ employees or official communications

Review and rating conduct is also governed by the Review & Rating Integrity provision (Section 4.4) of our Community Guidelines.

5.4 Platform Monitoring and Enforcement

bartendersNow™ reserves the right to:

• Monitor promotional content for compliance
• Require correction of non-compliant disclosures
• Withhold or revoke referral rewards for policy violations
• Terminate program participation for repeated or serious violations
• Report fraudulent activity to appropriate authorities

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6. COMPENSATION TRANSPARENCY

6.1 How Referral Compensation Works

If referral programs are launched, compensation structure will be clearly documented:

Typical Structure (for planning purposes):

• Referrer receives credit or payment when referred user completes qualifying action
• Qualifying actions may include: account creation, identity verification, first completed booking
• Compensation may be in the form of: platform credits, cash payments, service discounts
• Minimum thresholds may apply before compensation is paid

Specific terms will be published when programs are launched.

6.2 Payment Terms and Conditions

Future referral programs will include clear terms regarding:

• When compensation is earned
• How and when payment is made
• Any caps or limits on referral earnings
• Conditions that may void referral rewards
• Program termination and impact on pending rewards

6.3 Tax Obligations

IMPORTANT: Users are solely responsible for their own tax obligations related to referral compensation.

• Referral payments may constitute taxable income
• We may be required to issue 1099 forms for payments exceeding IRS thresholds
• Consult a tax professional regarding your specific situation
• bartendersNow™ does not provide tax advice

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7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND ENDORSEMENTS

7.1 Equipment and Supply Recommendations

Our platform resources may include recommendations for bartending equipment, bar supplies, or related products. When such recommendations are made:

• Non-affiliate links: No additional disclosure required
• Affiliate links: Clear disclosure that we may earn a commission
• Sponsored recommendations: Disclosure of the sponsorship relationship

7.2 Insurance Provider Referrals

bartendersNow™ requires Bartenders to maintain appropriate insurance coverage. We may provide information about insurance providers:

• Educational content: General information about insurance requirements
• Provider listings: If we receive referral compensation, this will be clearly disclosed
• No endorsement: Listing does not constitute endorsement of specific providers

7.3 Educational Resource Links

Links to bartending courses, certification programs, or educational resources:

• Will include affiliate disclosures if compensation is received
• Are provided for informational purposes only
• Do not represent endorsement of specific programs

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8. UPDATES AND CHANGES

8.1 Policy Modifications

This Disclosure may be updated to reflect:

• Launch of new referral or affiliate programs
• Changes to existing program terms
• New regulatory requirements
• New partnership relationships

8.2 Program Launch Notifications

When new programs are launched, we will:

• Update this Disclosure with specific program details
• Announce new programs through platform communications
• Provide participants with comprehensive program terms
• Allow time for review before participation requirements take effect

8.3 Notification of Changes

Material changes to this Disclosure will be communicated through:

• Platform announcements
• Email notifications to registered users
• Updated effective date on this document

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9. CONTACT INFORMATION

Affiliate Program Questions

Program Inquiries: Email: affiliates@bartendersnow.com

Compliance Questions: Email: legal@bartendersnow.com

General Support: Email: support@bartendersnow.com

Company Information

Midnight Logic, Inc. 650 Nuttman St, Ste 114 Santa Clara, CA 95054 Phone: (888) 548-9469

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10. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

For more information about FTC endorsement guidelines:

• FTC Endorsement Guides: ftc.gov/endorsements
• FTC Disclosures 101: ftc.gov/influencers

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This Affiliate & Referral Disclosure reflects our commitment to transparency in all commercial relationships. As bartendersNow™ grows and develops new programs, this Disclosure will be updated to ensure users always have clear information about material connections that may influence content or recommendations.