Referral & Fundraising Program – FAQ


What is a referrer?

A referrer is a community member who helps potential users understand the software and determine whether it may be appropriate for their needs.

A referrer can also help locate appropriate documentation.

Referrers do not sell software, approve configurations, or guarantee outcomes.

There are two referral tiers, based on experience and the type of assistance provided.


Referral Tiers

Tier 1: HAMTell.com Helper

HAMTell.com Helpers typically assist by:

  • Explaining what the software does at a high level

  • Helping users understand what information is required

  • Pointing users to official documentation

  • Encouraging users to ask questions before purchasing if unsure

Helpers do not provide technical configuration advice or system validation.


Tier 2: HAMTell.com Tech

HAMTell.com Techs are more experienced users who may additionally:

  • Help interpret documented technical requirements

  • Assist users in understanding whether their system appears compatible based on provided information

  • Clarify configuration concepts using existing documentation

Techs still do not:

  • Approve final configurations

  • Guarantee compatibility or outcomes

  • Modify software or systems on behalf of customers


Important Notes About Referral Rewards

  • Referral rewards are flat-rate only

  • Rewards do not increase with higher-priced packages

  • Once a purchase exceeds the HAMTell.com Package, the referral reward remains the same

This means:

  • There is no incentive to upsell

  • Advice remains neutral and practical

  • Customers are encouraged to choose what fits their needs, not what costs more


Why use flat-rate referral rewards?

The flat-rate structure exists to:

  • Prevent upselling pressure

  • Keep advice honest and community-focused

  • Maintain trust within the ham radio ecosystem

  • Reward assistance, not persuasion

Referrers are rewarded for helping someone get connected, not for maximizing revenue.


Do I need to be a salesperson to participate?

No.

Most referrers are:

  • Ham radio operators

  • Club members

  • System operators

  • Community members familiar with the software

There are no quotas, targets, or sales expectations.


Is this a commission program?

For individuals, referral rewards may be issued as credits or cash (if eligible).

For clubs and organizations, participation is treated as fundraising support, not commissions for services.

Clubs are not sales agents.


Can clubs use this as a fundraiser?

Yes.

When purchases are attributed to a club, the company may provide a fixed contribution per qualifying sale to support club activities.

The contribution amount is flat-rate and does not vary by product tier.


Do referrers make promises or guarantees?

No.

Referrers may not:

  • Guarantee compatibility

  • Promise specific configurations

  • Commit to features or timelines

  • Represent themselves as employees or agents

Only the company confirms final eligibility, configuration, and support scope.


What should customers do if they are unsure which option they need?

Customers are encouraged to:

  • Review official documentation

  • Ask questions before purchasing

  • Contact support for clarification

Choosing the correct option upfront helps avoid confusion or disappointment later.


When are referral rewards issued?

Referral rewards are issued only after:

  • A valid purchase is completed

  • Required customer information is submitted

  • The order is finalized

  • Any applicable review or refund period has passed


Are self-referrals allowed?

No.

Self-referrals are not permitted.


Does this create an employment or contractor relationship?

No.

Participation does not create:

  • Employment

  • Independent contractor status

  • A sales agency relationship

Referrers act independently and have no authority to bind the company.


Can the referral program change?

Yes.

The program structure, reward levels, and eligibility rules may be updated. Changes do not apply retroactively to rewards already issued.

 

Additional Role: Community Support Helpers


What is a Community Support Helper?

Community Support Helpers assist by:

  • Responding to customer questions

  • Helping customers understand required information

  • Drafting responses to inquiries

  • Clarifying documentation or next steps

  • Assisting with pre-purchase questions without influencing purchase decisions

Support Helpers do not receive referral rewards or sales-based compensation for these activities.


How is this role different from a referrer?

Referrer Community Support Helper
Helps explain options Helps answer questions
May receive referral rewards Paid flat fees per task
Reward tied to completed sales Payment not tied to sales
No obligation to respond Responds to assigned inquiries

A single person may participate in both roles, but compensation for each role is tracked and paid separately.


How are Support Helpers compensated?

Support assistance is compensated using flat fees per completed task, such as:

  • Responding to a customer inquiry

  • Reviewing submitted information

  • Drafting a support response

  • Providing clarification based on existing documentation

Compensation for support work:

  • Is not tied to sales

  • Does not vary by product tier

  • Is not influenced by customer purchase decisions

This structure ensures advice remains neutral and accurate.


Who assigns support requests?

Support requests may be:

  • Assigned by the company

  • Offered to available Support Helpers

  • Accepted on a first-available basis

The company retains final discretion over:

  • Which inquiries are assigned

  • Whether a response meets quality standards

  • Whether a task qualifies for compensation


Why separate support compensation from referral rewards?

This separation exists to:

  • Prevent upselling pressure

  • Encourage honest, accurate responses

  • Ensure customers receive unbiased guidance

  • Avoid conflicts of interest

Support Helpers are paid for helping, not for persuading.


Does this create an employment or contractor relationship?

Participation as a Support Helper does not create:

  • Employment

  • Guaranteed work

  • Exclusive obligations

Support Helpers may be compensated as independent contributors, subject to applicable onboarding and payment requirements.


Can Support Helpers make promises to customers?

No.

Support Helpers may:

  • Explain documented features

  • Clarify requirements

  • Direct customers to official resources

Support Helpers may not:

  • Guarantee compatibility or outcomes

  • Commit to timelines or configurations

  • Override company decisions

  • Represent themselves as employees or agents


How are conflicts handled?

If a Support Helper:

  • Is also a referrer

  • Has a potential conflict of interest

  • Has referred the customer

That information may be disclosed internally, and tasks may be reassigned if appropriate.

The goal is fairness and transparency.


Quality and accuracy standards

Support responses must:

  • Be accurate

  • Be respectful

  • Align with official documentation

  • Avoid speculation or guarantees

The company may revise, reject, or reassign responses that do not meet these standards.


Program flexibility

The company may:

  • Adjust flat fees for support tasks

  • Change how tasks are assigned

  • Pause or discontinue the Support Helper role

  • Remove participants for quality or conduct reasons