At AvantLink, we understand the strategic importance of coupon codes and the importance of promoting them in accordance with your merchant partners’ affiliate goals.
Written in AvantLink’s terms of use, we have specifically outlined that “the use of invalid or unauthorized merchant coupons, deals, sweepstakes or promotions is prohibited. If the coupon, deal, or promotion is not listed within the merchants configured ad campaigns, express permission from the merchant is required before use.”
Adherence to these terms is crucial to a successful affiliate partnership. We want to make sure that your team is aware of the several ways to easily identify when coupon codes are restricted in the AvantLink interface:
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Merchant Details Page: Restricted codes are listed on your partner’s Merchant Details page. To view them, log in to AvantLink, navigate to Merchants, and search for the specific merchant. More info here: Restricted Coupon Code FAQ for Affiliates
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Merchant Terms & Conditions: Specific restrictions are often outlined in the merchant's terms and conditions, which can also be accessed via the Merchant Details page.
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Discounts Page: Restricted codes are also listed on the AvantLink Discounts Page. To view them, log in to AvantLink, navigate to Ad Tools, and select Discounts.
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API Capabilities: AvantLink’s API now allows for filtering to help identify restricted codes more efficiently. You can review the AffiliateMerchantDiscounts module. The specific parameters are also highlighted below:
AvantLink and our compliance team want to ensure that merchant and affiliate relationships flourish! Please let us know if you have any questions about restricted coupon codes or strategies around their compliance by reaching out to am@avantlink.com.