Affiliate networks terms and conditions vary from network to network. What is permissible on one network may not be allowed on another.
Some networks allow you to get away with minor repercussions, others will simply close your account.
The stricter Publisher terms include:
1. The Use of Non-Publisher Owned Web Properties/Sites/Pages to Promote Advertisers. Other than paid search, publishers may only promote advertisers on Web pages/sites/properties that they, themselves, own or operate. Publishers may not place affiliate links/tracking code, nor promote Web sites that contain affiliate links/tracking code, in or on third-party: forums, message boards, blog comment areas, classified advertisement services (such as CraigsList.org), etc., unless given permission from the third-party to do so.
Thoughts: Affiliates may fall victim to this clause. Some networks allow forum posting as a means of driving affiliate trafic, some don't. Take special care of this clause. It can lead to account closure.
2. Use of Trademarks, Service Marks, Copyrights, Brand Names, etc. Publishers may not use any advertiser trademarks, service marks, branded terms, URL, etc, in any promotional method, unless the rights-holder has given specific permission for publishers to do so.
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