Marketing Agreement

Acceptance of Agreement

This Marketing Agreement ("Agreement") constitutes a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "Artist", "you", or "your") and AETC LLC ("Company", "we", "us", or "our"), governing your use of marketing and promotional services provided through Trend My Song's Trend Network ("Marketing Services", "Services").

By using the Marketing Services, purchasing marketing campaigns, or submitting any promotional request through the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement and the Terms of Service.

This Agreement is supplemental to and incorporated into the Trend My Song Terms of Service. In the event of any conflict between this Agreement and the Terms of Service, this Agreement shall govern with respect to Marketing Services.

01Marketing Services

1.1 Service Description

Trend My Song's Trend Network provides marketing and promotional services for music, including but not limited to:

• Playlist pitching and playlist placement services
• Social media promotion and advertising campaigns
• Influencer marketing and content creator partnerships
• Paid advertising on social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, etc.)
• Email marketing campaigns
• Other promotional services as made available through the Platform

1.2 Credit-Based Pricing

All Marketing Services are credit-based. The cost in credits for each campaign or service is displayed in your account dashboard at the time of purchase. Pricing may vary based on:

• Campaign type and scope
• Target audience size and demographics
• Duration and intensity of promotion
• Platform selection

Credit pricing is subject to change at any time as outlined in the Terms of Service.

1.3 Campaign Customization

You may customize campaigns based on available options in the Platform dashboard, including:

• Target territories and demographics
• Campaign duration
• Budget allocation
• Platform selection
• Content preferences

Not all customization options are available for all campaign types.

02How Marketing Services Work

2.1 Campaign Initiation

When you purchase a marketing campaign:

• Credits are immediately deducted from your account
• Your campaign is queued for processing and execution
• Campaign execution typically begins within 1–5 business days
• You will receive updates on campaign status through your Platform dashboard

2.2 Best-Effort Basis

This means:

• We will use commercially reasonable efforts to execute your campaign as described
• We cannot guarantee specific results, outcomes, or performance metrics
• Campaign performance is heavily dependent on factors outside our control, including third-party algorithms, platform policies, audience behavior, and content quality

2.3 Algorithm Dependency

Marketing campaign results are heavily influenced by:

• Social media and streaming platform algorithms
• User engagement and organic interest
• Content quality and market trends
• Timing and competitive factors
• Platform policy changes

We have no control over these algorithms or how platforms display, promote, or distribute content.

03No Guarantees

3.1 Performance and Results

We explicitly do NOT guarantee:

• Any specific number of streams, plays, views, or downloads
• Any specific number of playlist placements or playlist follower counts
• Any increase in social media followers, engagement, or reach
• Any chart positions, viral moments, or trending status
• Any specific return on investment (ROI) or revenue generation
• Any particular conversion rate or audience action

3.2 Third-Party Acceptance

We do not guarantee:

• Acceptance of your music by playlist curators
• Approval of ads by social media platforms
• Influencer participation or content creator engagement
• Availability of any specific promotional channel or partner

3.3 Campaign Completion

While we will use best efforts to complete campaigns as described, we do not guarantee:

• Specific timelines for campaign execution
• Completion of campaigns if third-party platforms reject content or change policies
• Availability of promotional inventory or ad placements

04Your Responsibilities

4.1 Content Ownership and Rights

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have obtained all necessary rights to the music and content being promoted
• Your content does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights
• You have the legal right to promote and advertise the content
• All promotional materials you provide (artwork, videos, links) are owned by you or properly licensed

4.2 Content Quality

You acknowledge that campaign performance depends heavily on:

• The quality and appeal of your music
• The professionalism of your artwork and promotional materials
• The accuracy of your targeting and campaign settings
• Market conditions and audience preferences

We are not responsible for poor campaign performance resulting from content quality issues.

4.3 Compliance

You agree that all content promoted through Marketing Services complies with:

• Platform advertising policies (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, etc.)
• All applicable laws and regulations
• Industry standards and best practices
• The prohibited content policies outlined in the Terms of Service

4.4 Providing Materials

You are responsible for:

• Providing all necessary promotional materials (links, artwork, copy, etc.)
• Ensuring all materials meet platform technical requirements
• Responding promptly to requests for additional information or materials
• Reviewing and approving campaign settings before purchase

05Campaign Execution

5.1 Processing Time

• Campaigns typically begin execution within 1–5 business days of purchase
• Some campaigns may require additional time for approval by third-party platforms
• Delays may occur due to platform policy changes, content review processes, or technical issues

5.2 Modifications

Once a campaign has been purchased and credits have been deducted:

• Campaigns cannot be modified or canceled
• Refunds are not available as outlined in the Terms of Service
• Campaign parameters are locked at the time of purchase

5.3 Reporting

You will have access to campaign performance data through your Platform dashboard, which may include:

• Impressions and reach metrics
• Engagement statistics
• Click-through rates
• Playlist placements achieved
• Other metrics depending on campaign type

Reporting data is provided by third-party platforms and is for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for inaccuracies in third-party data.

06Prohibited Activities

6.1 Fraudulent Activity

You agree not to engage in or facilitate:

• Artificial streaming, botting, or fake engagement
• Click fraud or impression fraud
• Manipulation of campaign metrics or results
• Any activity that violates platform terms of service

6.2 Consequences

07Disclaimers and Limitations

7.1 No Control Over Third Parties

We do not control:

• Social media algorithms or platform policies
• Playlist curator decisions
• Influencer or content creator participation
• Ad approval processes
• User behavior or engagement

7.2 Platform Changes

Third-party platforms may:

• Change their algorithms, policies, or features at any time
• Reject or remove promotional content
• Suspend or terminate accounts or campaigns
• Modify pricing or availability of promotional services

We are not responsible for any such changes or their impact on your campaigns.

7.3 Limitation of Liability

In addition to the limitations outlined in the Terms of Service:

• We are not liable for campaigns that do not meet your expectations
• We are not liable for poor performance due to content quality, market conditions, or algorithm changes
• We are not liable for decisions made by third-party platforms, curators, or partners
• Our total liability for any campaign is limited to the credit cost of that specific campaign

7.4 Best-Effort Standard

All Marketing Services are provided on a best-effort basis. This is not a guarantee of results, but rather a commitment to:

• Execute campaigns as described using commercially reasonable efforts
• Work with reputable third-party partners and platforms
• Provide reporting and transparency where available
• Address technical issues or errors if they occur

08Refund Policy

8.1 No Refunds for Campaigns

Once a marketing campaign has been purchased and credits have been deducted:

• No refunds will be provided, regardless of campaign performance
• Credits cannot be returned or transferred
• Campaigns cannot be canceled once initiated

8.2 Limited Exceptions

Refunds or credit returns may be considered only in the following circumstances:

• Technical failure on our part that prevents campaign execution entirely
• Our failure to initiate a campaign within a reasonable timeframe due to our error
• Duplicate charges or billing errors

09Term and Termination

9.1 Term

This Agreement begins when you first use Marketing Services and continues until terminated.

9.2 Termination

Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time. Upon termination:

• Active campaigns will continue to completion unless we elect to cancel them
• No refunds will be provided for completed or in-progress campaigns
• You may not purchase new campaigns
• You remain bound by the indemnification and liability provisions

9.3 Effect on Active Campaigns

If your account is terminated for violation of this Agreement or the Terms of Service:

• All active campaigns may be immediately canceled without refund
• All credits will be forfeited
• No further campaigns will be executed

10General Provisions

10.1 Relationship to Terms of Service

This Marketing Agreement is supplemental to the Trend My Song Terms of Service. All provisions of the Terms of Service apply to your use of Marketing Services.

10.2 Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and AETC LLC regarding Marketing Services.

10.3 Amendments

We may modify this Agreement at any time. Continued use of Marketing Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Agreement.

10.4 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless AETC LLC from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of Marketing Services
• Your promotional content or materials
• Your violation of third-party platform policies
• Your violation of this Agreement or applicable laws

10.5 Contact

For all marketing-related inquiries, questions, or disputes, please contact: