Referral Scholarship Program Rules
Effective Date: September 1, 2025
Last Updated: September 1, 2025
Program Period: September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
1. Program Overview
The Athlead.AI Referral Scholarship Program ("Program") rewards users who successfully refer new paid subscribers to our sports recruiting platform. This is an incentive program, not a sweepstakes or lottery.
2. Eligibility Requirements
2.1 Referrer Eligibility
To participate as a referrer, you must:
- Be at least 13 years of age
- Have a valid, active account with Athlead.AI
- Be in good standing with no violations of our Terms of Use
- Comply with all Program rules and requirements
2.2 Age Verification
All participants must be at least 13 years of age and provide accurate age information during registration.
2.3 Geographic Restrictions
The Program is open to legal residents of the United States and Canada. Void where prohibited by law.
3. How the Program Works
3.1 Referral Process
- Share your unique referral link or code with potential users
- New users must sign up using your specific referral link/code
- Referred users must complete account verification
- Referred users must subscribe to a paid plan and maintain active subscription
3.2 Qualifying Conversions
A referral qualifies for scholarship credit when:
- The referred user creates a new account (not previously registered)
- Uses your unique referral link or enters your referral code
- Subscribes to a qualifying paid plan within 30 days of signup
- Maintains active paid subscription for minimum 30 days
- Completes account verification requirements
3.3 Scholarship Awards
Scholarship award amounts, qualification thresholds, and availability are determined solely by Athlead.AI and may be modified at any time. Current award structure will be displayed on our platform and may include:
- Variable award amounts based on referral volume
- Different qualification requirements for different award levels
- Seasonal or promotional bonus awards
- Limited-time scholarship opportunities
Important Terms:
- Award amounts and requirements are subject to change without notice
- The Program may be suspended or discontinued at our discretion
- Awards are cumulative and non-transferable
- No guaranteed minimum awards or qualification levels
- We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or terminate awards to manage program costs and effectiveness
4. Fraud Prevention and Security Measures
4.1 Prohibited Activities
The following activities will result in immediate disqualification and potential account termination:
- Fake Accounts: Creating or coordinating fake user accounts
- Self-Referral: Referring yourself using alternate identities
- Payment Fraud: Using invalid payment methods or chargebacks
- Bot/Automation: Using automated systems to generate referrals
- Incentive Manipulation: Offering unauthorized incentives to referred users
- Family/Household Abuse: Excessive referrals from same household/IP address
- Professional Networks: Using professional recruiting networks inappropriately
4.2 Verification and Monitoring
We employ sophisticated fraud detection including:
- IP address and device fingerprinting
- Payment verification and anti-fraud screening
- Identity verification for high-value awards
- Pattern analysis for suspicious referral activity
- Manual review of all scholarship award claims
4.3 Investigation Rights
Athlead.AI reserves the right to:
- Investigate any suspicious referral activity
- Request additional verification documentation
- Delay or withhold awards pending investigation
- Disqualify participants for fraudulent activity
- Pursue legal action against fraudulent participants
5. Award Distribution
5.1 Verification Process
Before award distribution:
- All qualifying referrals will be verified for legitimacy
- Referrer identity and eligibility will be confirmed
- Required tax documentation must be completed
- Awards may be delayed up to 90 days for verification
5.2 Payment Method
Scholarships will be distributed as:
- Direct payments to educational institutions, OR
- Educational expense reimbursements with proper documentation
- Awards are not distributed as cash to individuals
5.3 Tax Implications
- All awards are subject to applicable tax reporting requirements
- Recipients are responsible for any tax obligations
- 1099 forms will be issued for awards over $600
- International participants subject to additional tax requirements
6. Program Terms and Conditions
6.1 Program Changes
Athlead.AI reserves the right to:
- Modify program rules with 30 days' notice
- Suspend or terminate the program at any time
- Change award amounts or qualification requirements
- Update fraud prevention measures
6.2 Disputes and Appeals
- All award decisions are final and binding
- Disputes must be submitted in writing within 30 days
- Appeals will be reviewed but decisions remain at our sole discretion
- Dispute resolution subject to arbitration as outlined in Terms of Use
6.3 Data and Privacy
- Referral tracking data is subject to our Privacy Policy
- Participant information may be used for program administration
- Award recipient information may be shared with tax authorities as required
- Marketing use of winner information requires separate consent
7. Disqualification and Violations
7.1 Immediate Disqualification
The following result in immediate disqualification without appeal:
- Any form of fraud or deception
- Violation of Terms of Use during program period
- Providing false information for award claims
- Attempting to circumvent fraud prevention measures
7.2 Account Termination
Serious violations may result in:
- Permanent account termination
- Forfeiture of all accumulated referral credits
- Potential legal action for damages
- Reporting to appropriate authorities if applicable
8. Legal Disclaimers
8.1 No Guarantee of Awards
- Participation does not guarantee any scholarship awards
- Awards are subject to verification and compliance with all rules
- Athlead.AI is not responsible for technical issues affecting referrals
8.2 Program Termination
- The program may be terminated at any time without prior notice
- Accrued but unawarded referral credits will be honored if program terminates
- No compensation for lost opportunity if program ends
8.3 Limitation of Liability
- Athlead.AI's liability is limited to the scholarship amount awarded
- No liability for indirect or consequential damages
- All awards are final and no additional compensation is provided
9. Contact Information
For questions about the Referral Scholarship Program:
- Program Email: referrals@athlead.ai
- Support Phone: Available upon request
- Program Address: Athlead.AI, Inc.
10. Governing Law
This Program is governed by Delaware law. Any disputes related to this Program are subject to the dispute resolution procedures outlined in our Terms of Use.
IMPORTANT: This Program is void where prohibited by law. Participation constitutes agreement to these rules and our Terms of Use. Please consult with your tax advisor regarding any tax implications of scholarship awards.