# Referral Program

## What is the Referral Program?

### The Concept

The AuResources Referral Program allows users to earn rewards by sharing their unique referral code. When someone uses your code to make a purchase, both you and the user who applied the code receive benefits.

**For Referrers (You):**

* Earn 5% of every purchase made using your code
* Rewards paid in USDC to your wallet
* No limit on number of referrals
* Track earnings through your dashboard

**For Users Using Codes:**

* Receive 5% bonus in the token they purchase
* Example: Buy 1000 PGF-28 tokens, receive 50 PGF-28 bonus
* Bonus delivered in same token type as purchase
* Applied automatically when code is used

### Why It Exists

The referral program serves multiple purposes:

* Rewards community members who help grow the ecosystem
* Provides added value to users making purchases
* Creates aligned incentives for organic growth
* Builds a stronger, more engaged community

## How the Program Works

### Becoming a Referrer

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#### **Join the Program**

Navigate to your profile page and click "Join the referral program" button.
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#### **Complete the Form**

Fill out the registration form with:

* Your name (required)
* Email address (required)
* Acceptance of Referral Terms & Conditions (required)
* Additional optional information
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#### **Get Your Code**

Once approved, you'll receive a unique referral code that you can share with others.
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#### **Share Your Code**

Distribute your referral code through your preferred channels (social media, personal network, content, etc.)
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### How Referrals are Tracked

**Critical Timing:**

The user must enter your referral code on the sale page **before completing their purchase**. Once a transaction is completed, no referral code can be added retroactively, even by AuResources support.

**Process Flow:**

1. You share your referral code
2. User visits AuResources platform
3. User enters your code on the purchase page
4. User completes their purchase
5. System records referral automatically
6. Rewards distributed according to schedule

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There is no way to add or modify referral codes after purchase completion. Make sure users enter the code before finalizing their transaction.
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### Rewards Structure

#### Referrer Rewards (5% in USDC)

**How Much You Earn:**

* 5% of the total purchase amount (excluding gas fees)
* Paid in USDC stablecoin
* Sent to your registered wallet address

**Examples:**

* User buys $1,000 in tokens → You earn $50 USDC
* User buys $10,000 in tokens → You earn $500 USDC
* User buys $100 in tokens → You earn $5 USDC
* No minimum purchase amount required

**Payment Token:**

* Always paid in USDC regardless of what token was purchased
* Easy to use across DeFi or convert to other assets
* Stable value, no price volatility

#### User Bonus (5% in Token)

**How Much They Receive:**

* 5% bonus in the same token they purchase
* Delivered automatically after transaction confirms

**Examples:**

* Purchase 1,000 PGF-28 tokens → Receive 50 PGF-28 bonus
* Purchase 500 AuSG tokens → Receive 25 AuSG bonus
* Purchase any amount → Receive 5% more of that token

**Benefits:**

* Effectively reduces purchase price by \~5%
* Receive actual ownership tokens, not credits
* Can use bonus tokens immediately (collateral, transfer, hold)

#### Reward Distribution

**Timing:**

* **User Bonus:** Distributed instantly after transaction settles
* **Referrer Rewards:** Distributed weekly in batches
* Both parties guaranteed to receive their rewards

**Why Different Timing:**

* User bonuses process immediately for best experience
* Referrer rewards batched weekly for efficiency
* Weekly distribution reduces gas costs
* More sustainable and scalable system

**Tracking:**

* View pending and completed rewards in your dashboard
* See history of all referrals
* Monitor total earnings over time
* Real-time updates as transactions process

### Qualifying Transactions

#### What Counts as a Qualifying Transaction?

**Definition:**

Any completed purchase of tokenized assets on the AuResources platform qualifies for referral rewards.

**Includes:**

* [Future Gold Token](https://auresources.gitbook.io/help-center/auresources-ecosystem/tokens/future-gold-tokens) (FGT) purchases
* [Spot Gold Token](https://auresources.gitbook.io/help-center/auresources-ecosystem/tokens/ausg-spot-gold-token) (AuSG) purchases
* Any tokenized commodity on the platform
* Purchases with cryptocurrency
* Purchases with credit/debit card

**No Minimums:**

* Any purchase amount qualifies
* Small purchases ($10) earn rewards
* Large purchases ($10,000+) earn rewards
* All purchases treated equally

**Multiple Uses:**

* Users can apply referral codes on every purchase
* Same user can use your code multiple times
* No limit on how many times a code can be used
* Rewards earned each time

### Eligibility and Requirements

#### Who Can Be a Referrer?

**Requirements:**

* Be a registered AuResources user in good standing
* At least 18 years of age (or age of majority in your jurisdiction)
* Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
* Not located in a restricted jurisdiction
* Complete referral program registration

**No Other Restrictions:**

* No minimum account age
* No minimum purchase history required
* No verification level requirements
* Any eligible user can participate

#### Who Can Use Referral Codes?

**Anyone can benefit:**

* New users making their first purchase
* Existing users making additional purchases
* Any user on any transaction
* No restrictions on frequency

**Universal Benefit:**

* Same 5% bonus applies to everyone
* Code can be used repeatedly
* Works for all token types
* No expiration on benefits

#### Code Validity

**Your referral code:**

* Never expires
* Remains active indefinitely
* Valid for all future purchases
* Can be shared freely

**Exception:**

* If you violate program terms
* If your account is suspended or terminated
* If program is discontinued (with notice)

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For more information, read [the program's terms & conditions](https://dapp.auresources.io/referral-terms).
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### Best Practices for Referrers

#### Sharing Your Code

**Recommended Channels:**

* Social media (Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram)
* Personal blog or website
* YouTube or content creation
* Community forums and groups
* Direct sharing with friends and family

**Effective Messaging:**

* Explain the 5% bonus benefit clearly
* Share your experience with AuResources
* Be transparent about earning rewards
* Provide helpful information, not just promotion

#### What You Can Do

**Allowed Activities:**

* Share your personal experience
* Explain how the platform works
* Create educational content
* Answer questions about AuResources
* Use provided marketing materials

**Best Practices:**

* Be honest and accurate
* Focus on education over promotion
* Disclose you earn rewards
* Help users understand the platform
* Build trust with your audience

### Prohibited Activities

#### What You Cannot Do

**Strictly Forbidden:**

* **Spamming:** Unsolicited mass messages or advertisements
* **Automation:** Using bots, scripts, or artificial means to generate referrals
* **Misrepresentation:** False claims about services or potential returns
* **Deceptive Practices:** Misleading marketing or hidden incentives
* **Self-Referral Schemes:** Gaming the system through fake accounts

**Legal Violations:**

* Breaking any applicable laws or regulations
* Violating third-party platform terms of service
* Engaging in fraudulent activity
* Money laundering or illegal fund sources

**Reputation Harm:**

* Activities that damage AuResources reputation
* Associating brand with inappropriate content
* Making unauthorized claims or promises

#### Consequences

**If you violate these rules:**

* Immediate disqualification from the program
* Forfeiture of all pending rewards
* Potential account termination
* Legal action if applicable

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AuResources reserves the right to investigate suspicious activity and take appropriate action.
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### Tracking Your Referrals

#### Dashboard Features

**What You Can See:**

* Total number of users who used your code
* Total purchase volume from referrals
* Pending rewards (awaiting weekly distribution)
* Completed rewards (already paid)
* Individual referral details
* Historical performance

**Accessing Dashboard:**

1. Log in to your AuResources account
2. Navigate to your profile or referrals section
3. View comprehensive referral statistics

#### Reporting Accuracy

**Understanding the Data:**

* Delays may occur in real-time reporting
* Weekly rewards batch processing
* Final authority is AuResources' internal records
* Contact support if discrepancies appear

## Key Takeaways

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The AuResources Referral Program rewards both referrers and users with a 5%/5% split on every qualifying purchase. Referrers earn 5% in USDC (distributed weekly), while users applying codes receive an instant 5% bonus in the token they purchase.

There are no limits on the number of referrals, no minimum purchase amounts, and referral codes never expire. Any user can apply a referral code to any purchase, and codes can be used repeatedly. This creates ongoing earning potential for active referrers.

Join the program through your profile page, receive your unique code, and start sharing. Remember that codes must be entered before purchase completion - they cannot be added retroactively. Track all your referrals and earnings through your dashboard, and receive weekly USDC payments directly to your wallet.
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