Introduction

Interpretation

The following definitions and rules of interpretation apply in this agreement (unless the context requires otherwise).

1.1

Definitions

Business Day: a day, other than a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday in England, when banks in London are open for business.
Client Content: any material, information, data or other content provided by the client to the Company. It also includes various forms of content such as text, images, videos, audio recordings, documents or any other digital or non-digital assets.
Charges: any fees agreed between Saspod and the Client from time to time or otherwise as set out on https://sawandsine.co.uk/podcast-editing-services/
Credit: this is a token equivalent to the amount paid by the client and can be used to purchase our Services in lieu of cash. Each unit of credit is the cash equivalent of $1.00 (USD) and Credits cannot be exchanged for cash.
Intermediary: a third-party payment platform including Upwork, Fiver or any other freelancing platform that may be used by the Client from time to time.
Plan: refers to a payment model made available by Saspod to the Client for the purposes of Subscription to the Publication Service and it may be bundled with other Services.
Publish: refers to the process of making digital, printed, written content and related materials available to the public through various digital platforms and “Publishing”, “Published” and “Publication” shall be construed accordingly.
Services: services offered by Saspod on https://sawandsine.co.uk/podcast-editing-services/ and under the Subscription.
Subscription: is a Service more clearly set out in clause 8 and “Subscription”, “Subscribe” and “Subscribed” shall be construed accordingly.
Website: https://saspod.com or any other web facility provided by Saspod and made accessible to the Client from time to time.

Acceptable Use of The Services

2.1 You must be at least eighteen (18) years old and/or otherwise be authorized to enter into agreements and accept to be bound by the Terms in order to use the Services.

2.2 Subject to your compliance with the terms and conditions of the Terms, Saspod grants You a limited, personal, non-exclusive, revocable and non-transferable right and license to use the features and functionality of the Services during the term of Your agreement with Us.

2.3

You agree that when using the Services, You will not:

2.3.1 archive, re-produce, modify, copy, distribute, create derivative works from, translate, resell, perform or display to the public, publish, license (except as expressly permitted in these Terms) or permit access to the Services by any third party;
2.3.2 take any actions, directly or indirectly, or enable or authorise a third party to take any such actions, to artificially or in bad faith alter the streaming and/or download numbers of the Publications as measured by the Platform;
2.3.3 act in any way that may affect Saspod’s ability to accurately count listens, impressions or the placement of advertisements according to Saspod’s assumed standards;
2.3.4 interfere with the Services or disrupt any other user's access to the Services;
2.3.5
unless otherwise provided for under applicable law:
- decompile, reverse engineer or disassemble any software provided to You or that is accessible through the Platform;
- attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Platform, or attempt to discover the underlying source code or structure of the Platform including by circumventing, removing, or deactivating any protections; and/or
- use any robot, spider, scraper or other automated means to access the Platform or enable or authorise a third party to do any of the foregoing;
2.3.6 submit any content or data that contains mass mailings or any form of spam;
2.3.7 not knowingly or intentionally introduce into the Platform any program, routine or device which is designed to disable or otherwise interfere with or harm the Platform or any Publication or any part of any of the same, including without limitation any virus, timebomb, software lock, drop-dead device, malicious logic, worm, Trojan horse or trap door;
2.3.8 share account credentials or give others access to your account.

In addition to, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, You may not access the Services for purposes of monitoring its performance, functionality or availability, or for any other competitive purposes; or use the Services other than in compliance with the Terms and any amendment hereto, applicable laws and regulations and the Community Guidelines.

Account

3.1 You need to create an account with Saspod to log in and access any Services via the Website.

3.2 We may require verification of your identity via credit card in order to create Your account. Your account is personal to You and may not be transferred to or shared with others. You warrant that all user information provided by You to Saspod is true and correct and that, when necessary, you will update your user information so that it remains true and correct at all times.

3.3 Affiliate Program Participation: Affiliates are required to register an account with Saspod for tracking referrals and processing commissions. Providing false information or misrepresenting Saspod’s services may result in termination of the affiliate account and forfeiture of commissions.

3.4 You are responsible for keeping your account and login details secure and You are responsible for all activities that are carried out under your account. You should choose a strong, unique password, which You will not disclose to anyone else.

3.5 Saspod will not be responsible for any losses suffered by You in circumstances where your account is used by someone else, except where this is demonstrably caused by Saspod's negligence.

Client Obligations

4.1 You agree to use our Services in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

4.2

You agree that you will not engage in any activities that may:

violate any intellectual property rights or proprietary rights of others
transmit any unlawful, offensive, or harmful content
distribute spam, malware, or other malicious content
interfere with the proper functioning of our Services
attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
engage in any activity that may cause harm to Us or other clients

4.3 Clients are required to inspect the work carried out by Saspod before Publication.

4.4 Affiliate Conduct: If you participate in the Affiliate Program, you must comply with ethical marketing practices. Any attempt to mislead potential clients, falsify referrals, or engage in prohibited promotional methods (such as spam or false advertising) will result in the termination of both your affiliate account and potentially your status as a Saspod client.

Saspod's Service Requirements

5.1 Saspod shall not be obliged to provide any Services until payment of the Charges has cleared into Saspod’s bank account.

5.2 Clients must transmit all Client Content required by Us to provide adequate Service at least 10 Business Days before Publishing in order to ensure timely delivery of the requested Service. Failure to do so may attract a premium markup fee of up to 50% of the Charges paid or payable at Our sole and absolute discretion.

5.3 Saspod reserves the right not to provide a requested Service if Client Content is not sent to Us in compliance with clause 5.2.

5.4 Clients are solely liable for examining and approving the work carried out by Saspod prior to Publication. Any revision required after Publication will attract extra Charges, however, Clients are entitled to as many revisions of the work within 7 days of submission at no extra Charge.

5.5 After Publication, any changes to the Published work in relation to any episode or additional Client Content may be subject to further Charges at Saspod’s absolute discretion.

5.6 We offer a free 15-day full trial of our Services subject to the Client setting up a paid account in order to maintain access to our Services. Upon the expiry of the free trial, if a paid account is not set up, the Client’s account shall revert to a “grace period state” which grants restricted access to our Services for 15 days.

5.7 Failure to activate a paid account after that will result in the account being put in a “lockout period state” for 15 days, after which all the Client’s data will be deleted from the account in line with our Privacy Policy.

5.8 The Client agrees to comply with Saspod’s fair usage policy.

Content Ownership and Licensing

Fees, Payment and Refund

7.1 You agree to pay the Charges as set out on the Website or as otherwise communicated to you.

7.2 All fees are non-refundable unless explicitly stated otherwise.

7.3 Saspod shall issue invoices to the Client for the Services provided, detailing the amount due, invoice number and any applicable taxes or fees.

7.4 Payment for the Services will be made to us directly or through an Intermediary. You authorize Us to charge the applicable fees using your selected payment method.

7.5 Failure to make timely payments may result in the suspension or termination of your access to the Services including as set out at clause 5.6.

7.6 Invoices shall be payable immediately from the date of issuance but shall become overdue upon the expiry of the due date set out in the invoice. The Client agrees to remit payment to Us by the due date specified on the invoice.

7.7 The Client is responsible for reviewing all invoices promptly upon receipt. Any discrepancies, errors, or concerns regarding the invoices should be reported within 7 days of the date of issuance of the invoice.

7.8 In the event of a dispute regarding the invoice or payment, the Client shall promptly notify Us in writing providing detailed information and supporting documentation related to the dispute.

7.9 Credits may be used to purchase our Services from time to time and where a partial refund is granted, the Client will receive the refund in Credits.

7.10 If the Client purchases a Service by error, we may return any refund monies paid at our discretion, but You will normally be issued with Credits.

7.11

Saspod may refund Charges on Subscriptions provided that a refund request is received within 5 Business of the transaction. A refund may only be issued in cases where the Client made the payment:

by error; or
for a different service than intended.

7.12

Affiliate Commissions: Affiliates will earn a 15% recurring commission for each referred client. Payments will be processed monthly in GBP via PayPal, Wise, or Bank Transfer. Fraudulent referrals or misrepresentation of Saspod’s services will result in forfeiture of commissions.

Subscription

8.1 The Subscription is payable by way of a Plan and is payable at intervals set out in the Plan selected by the Client.

8.2 A list of the Plans in place from time to time is publicly available and can be found at this address https://sawandsine.co.uk/podcast-editing-services/ or upon request.

8.3

Saspod reserves the right to amend:

any paid Plan You may have subscribed to by providing to You not less than 10 Business Days’ notice of such change; and
any free Plan You may have subscribed to at any time, notwithstanding clause 11.

8.4 You are required to make payment on the commencement of Your Plan and pay the subscription fees as they fall due. Failure to make full payment of your subscription fees may result in the suspension of Our Services to You until such arrears are cleared in accordance with clause 5.6.

8.5 Should You decide to terminate subscription to your Plan(s) pursuant to clause 12 below or should Saspod be forced to rely on the terms, we shall have no obligation to provide the Service to You or to repay and/or refund any subscription fees already paid by You.

Intellectual Property Rights

9.1 All intellectual property rights related to Saspod, including but not limited to logos, trademarks, service marks, and copyrighted material, are the exclusive property of Saspod.

9.2 No provision in these Terms and Conditions grants You any ownership rights to Our intellectual property. Any unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of our intellectual property is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

9.3 By providing Client Content to Saspod, the Client grants Us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, distribute, publicly display, and modify the Client Content solely for the purpose of providing the agreed-upon Services.

9.4 You represent and warrant that You have all the necessary rights and permissions to the Client Content You provide, and it does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights or violate any applicable laws or regulations.

9.5 We shall not use client content for purposes other than those explicitly agreed upon with the Client unless otherwise authorized in writing by the client.

Data Protection

10.1

Saspod shall take all necessary measures to protect the personal data of its customers and comply with all applicable data protection laws and regulations. The following provisions shall apply to the processing of personal data by Saspod:

10.1.1 Saspod shall only process personal data for the purpose of providing Services to the Clients.
10.1.2 We shall implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
10.1.3 Saspod shall ensure that personal data is only accessible to those workers who need to access it for the purpose of providing logistics services. Saspod shall ensure that such employees are subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations.
10.1.4 Saspod may engage a THIRD-party for storing data. We shall not be liable for any loss of data attributed to this.
10.1.5 Saspod shall retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the Services and in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
10.1.6 Saspod shall respect the data subject rights of its customers, including the right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, and data portability.

Amendement to the Services and/or the Terms

Termination

Limitation of Liability

13.1 The Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, whether express or implied.

13.2 Saspod does not warrant that the Services will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of harmful components.

13.3 To the maximum extent permitted by law, Saspod and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

13.4 We shall not be liable for the standard of any work where the Client Content received is of poor quality.

13.5 In the event that Saspod is liable for any loss or damages due to its negligence, our liability is limited to the Charges paid for the specific Service only, and where the Service includes a Subscription, Our liability is limited to the Charges incurred by the Client on the Plan by up to a maximum of a calendar year preceding the breach.

Indemnification

Entire Agreement

Variation

Wavier

Severability

Counterparts

Third-Party Rights

Governing Law

Jurisdiction

Affiliate Program

23.1 Saspod offers an Affiliate Program where individuals or businesses ("Affiliates") can earn commissions by referring new customers to Saspod. Participation is subject to Saspod’s Affiliate Program Terms and Conditions.

23.2

Compliance & Misconduct
Affiliates must:

Promote Saspod in a responsible and ethical manner.
Not misrepresent Saspod’s services.
Not offer unauthorized discounts, cashback, or incentives.
Not use spam, mass emails, or deceptive practices.
Not engage in fraudulent referral activities.

Any breach of these conditions may lead to immediate account suspension, termination, and forfeiture of commissions. If a client also participates as an Affiliate, their overall relationship with Saspod may be affected, including service termination.

Saspod Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: February 20, 2025

Introduction

These terms and conditions ("Terms") govern the use of services provided by SASPOD LTD incorporated and registered in England and Wales with company number 14970497 whose registered office is at Number Sixty One Alexandra Road, Lowestoft, NR32 1PL ("Saspod" “us” “our” or "we") to Clients ("Client" “your” or "you") who access and utilize our podcast services ("Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Services.

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms and any additional terms and conditions or policies referenced herein. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using our Services.

Introduction

Interpretation

Enrolment in the Affiliate Program

Affiliate Responsibilities

3.1 Affiliates must promote Saspod ethically and in compliance with applicable laws.

3.2

Affiliates must not:

Engage in deceptive, misleading, or unethical advertising.
Offer unauthorized incentives (e.g., cashback, personal discounts) to potential referrals.
Use spam, mass emails, or unsolicited marketing.
Bid on Saspod-branded keywords in paid advertising campaigns.
Engage in fraudulent activities, including self-referrals or fake sign-ups.

3.3 Affiliates must ensure that all promotions align with Saspod’s brand reputation.

Commission & Payment Terms

4.1 Commission Rate: Affiliates earn a 15% recurring commission for each referred customer.

4.2 Payment Schedule: Commissions are paid monthly for the previous month’s earnings. Payments of earnings can take up to 10 working days to be processed.

4.3 Payment Methods: Payments will be made via PayPal, Wise, or Bank Transfer (uk only), and all transactions will be in GBP.

4.4 Exchange Rate: If payments are made in a currency other than GBP, the exchange rate will be determined based on the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment as provided by a recognized financial institution.

4.5 Lifetime Commissions: Affiliates will continue earning commissions for the lifetime of their referrals, provided they remain compliant with these Terms.

4.6 Commission Forfeiture: Any fraudulent activity or violation of these Terms will result in the forfeiture of earned commissions.

Termination & Suspension

5.1

Saspod reserves the right to terminate or suspend an Affiliate account if:

The Affiliate violates these Terms.
There is suspicion of fraudulent or unethical activity.
The Affiliate engages in prohibited marketing practices.

5.2 If an Affiliate is also a Saspod client, any violation of the Saspod Client Terms & Conditions may result in a review of their affiliate status, including the potential suspension or termination of their participation in the Affiliate Program.

5.3 If an Affiliate’s client account is terminated due to a breach of the Client Terms & Conditions, their affiliate account may also be subject to immediate termination, and any earned commissions may be forfeited at Saspod’s discretion.

5.4 Any commissions earned before termination may be withheld at Saspod’s discretion.

Confidentiality

Intellectual Property & Brand Usage

Limitation of Liability

Amendments & Updates

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

Contact Information

Saspod Affiliate Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: February 20, 2025

Introduction

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern participation in the Saspod Affiliate Program ("Affiliate Program"), operated by SASPOD LTD ("Saspod," "we," "us," or "our"), a company registered in England and Wales with company number 14970497, whose registered office is at Number Sixty One Alexandra Road, Lowestoft, NR32 1PL.

By participating in the Affiliate Program, you ("Affiliate," "you," or "your") agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not participate in the Affiliate Program.

General Requirements

Restrictions on Eligibility

2.1

The following individuals and entities are not eligible to participate in the program:

Anyone residing in countries that are subject to economic sanctions or trade restrictions under UK, EU, US, or UN regulations.
Individuals or entities that have been previously banned or terminated from any affiliate program due to misconduct, fraudulent activity, or violations of terms.
Competitors, software developers, or businesses engaged in services that directly compete with Saspod.
Websites, businesses, or individuals engaged in activities that involve:
- Illegal, misleading, or unethical content (e.g., fake reviews, false advertising).
- Hate speech, discrimination, or defamatory content targeting individuals or groups based on race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected categories.
- Pornographic, adult, or sexually explicit material.
- Gambling, get-rich-quick schemes, pyramid schemes, or high-risk financial services.
- Spamming, unsolicited mass emails, or deceptive marketing tactics.

Affiliate Business Conduct & Compliance

3.1 Affiliates must accurately represent the Saspod brand and its services. False or misleading claims, unauthorized discounts, or deceptive practices will result in account suspension or termination.

3.2 Affiliates must respect intellectual property rights, using only approved marketing materials provided by Saspod.

3.3 Affiliates must not engage in cookie stuffing, brand bidding on paid ads, or domain squatting.

3.4 Affiliates must operate in good faith and ensure that all referrals are genuine. Fraudulent activities such as self-referrals, incentivized sign-ups, or fake accounts will result in forfeited commissions and account termination.

3.5 Saspod reserves the right to review and reject any application at its sole discretion and to terminate an affiliate's participation at any time if they are found in violation of these eligibility requirements.

Saspod Affiliate Program Eligibility

Last Updated: February 20, 2025

General Requirements

1.1

To join the Saspod Affiliate Program, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:

You must be at least 18 years old or of legal age in your country of residence.
You must have a valid email address and provide accurate, complete registration details.
You must own or operate a website, blog, social media account, email list, or other digital platform that is relevant to promoting Saspod’s services.
You must comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations, including advertising and consumer protection laws.

Saspod Terms and Conditions

Introduction

Saspod Affiliate Terms and Conditions

Introduction

Saspod Affiliate Program Eligibility

General Requirements

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