Not based on views, it is based on what ads they can serve and the conversion rate. Well yes, you do need views for it to work though. This income is less than 5% of my income, so I rarely count it or check it.
My Youtube Product Review "Terms and Conditions". What else should I add?
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IF you do this, you should also state something to the effect that the English version controls.
I don't think that's true. The best youtube channels for reviews are often at odds with big companies and it's too obvious that's what happening. And if you mean details like financial logistics then I doubt one can just copy paste either.
It's basically about having the quality rather than the "IP". It's not Disney making a Lion King movie.
I don't know how your country works but I doubt it's different anywhere in democratic countries, but I don't think two regular citizens' agreement can block the fundamental right of someone to appeal to a court of law.
Reminds me of silly TOS texts in gaming; "you agree that we have no responsibility about anything and we own everything including your house"; sure you do Blizzard sure you do pat-pat.
I thought of 3 things.
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To me, that feels vague. I think that part would resonate more robust if you just deleted usually.
If I get a bad test result, I will test on a second machine and I will test accuracy of equipment with a fluke meter.
That assures the company that you definitely will test alternatives when you encounter a bad test result.
2
Time frames.
I understand there can be variations. Though I would try to specify those frames more than they are.
You could also add some thing along the lines
", if not mutually agreed upon" (/alternatively)
3
The overall language.
To me, the whole document feels mostly like "in layman terms/words". Many explanations. Also, I would completely refrain from things you do not do. Just stick to "these are things that both parties agree upon". Period. Your text feels definitely written by a human and not a robot. That could be positive. But just as well negative, because companies are used to deal with documents written by layers, and "not layer boring text" could be perceived as not fully professional. Maybe coin flip between those two?
The art of articulation is to say what needs to be said and only that.
I my self is horrible at exactly the above, but I strive to evolve. ^^
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I read usually as maybe.
To me, that feels vague. I think that part would resonate more robust if you just deleted usually.
If I get a bad test result, I will test on a second machine and I will test accuracy of equipment with a fluke meter.
That assures the company that you definitely will test alternatives when you encounter a bad test result.
2
Time frames.
I understand there can be variations. Though I would try to specify those frames more than they are.
You could also add some thing along the lines
", if not mutually agreed upon" (/alternatively)
3
The overall language.
To me, the whole document feels mostly like "in layman terms/words". Many explanations. Also, I would completely refrain from things you do not do. Just stick to "these are things that both parties agree upon". Period. Your text feels definitely written by a human and not a robot. That could be positive. But just as well negative, because companies are used to deal with documents written by layers, and "not layer boring text" could be perceived as not fully professional. Maybe coin flip between those two?
The art of articulation is to say what needs to be said and only that.
I my self is horrible at exactly the above, but I strive to evolve. ^^
green mountain boys
Solar Addict
You would think so, but for many years, corporations have figured out if they require binding arbitration in their contracts it reduces their costs greatly. It does not make it impossible to file a lawsuit but it does make it harder. I don't like that requirement in a contract but it does work in the US.
I suspect in most cases it's just a soft blackmail rather than a literal block. "Yeah you can do all those things, but you'll lose your money" sort of thing.
fromport
Solar Addict
How about making clear if they are a manufacturer vs a trader ?
If they can provide eg ISO9001 certification for batteries you know you are dealing with a manufacturer vs a trading company ?
If they can provide eg ISO9001 certification for batteries you know you are dealing with a manufacturer vs a trading company ?
DIYrich
Solar Wizard
Maybe offer a discount on a full review for a pre-production reviewed product.
Doubt Will is tempted.
For Will it does not matter what he spends his time on. He want/should be payed the same for his time, regardless of state of the product. Also, it feels like manufacturers/vendors needs Will more than he need them.
"Here are my terms. Take it or leave it."
fuzzmunky415
I've seen CudaBob's crimper
If you already have an attorney on retainer, I would have them craft a hold harmless statement as part of your contract, directing disagreements towards the jurisdiction and method of your choice. At least ask them.
I've been sending out these terms and conditions with this PDF for the last couple weeks. Or since we started this thread. So far I haven't had a single bit of pushback from any company.
Now they know what to expect, and I can send this out to every company in seconds. I love it! I appreciate everyone's help here. Lots of great points. Will continue to modify it if necessary. I'll keep the current file public so all can see.
Now they know what to expect, and I can send this out to every company in seconds. I love it! I appreciate everyone's help here. Lots of great points. Will continue to modify it if necessary. I'll keep the current file public so all can see.
Lavarock7
Solar Enthusiast
FWIW: I ran the above document through ChatGPT and asked it for a simple list of things which it thinks might be added. It also will ask if you want it to revise the document and make it easier to read, etc.
Here are some brief suggestions of things you might consider adding:
Here are some brief suggestions of things you might consider adding:
- Clear definition of “major issue” vs. “minor issue” in testing.
- Estimated turnaround time for initial feedback after receiving product.
- Policy for damaged products during shipping to the reviewer.
- Ownership/rights of video content (clarify that creator retains full rights).
- Confidentiality terms (how pre-release or prototype info is handled).
- Clarification on whether companies can preview videos before release (likely no).
- Refund policy details if product is never tested/reviewed (already partial, but could be clearer).
- Liability disclaimer for product damage during teardown or testing.
- Taxes or VAT handling for international payments.
- Travel/onsite review fees if applicable.
- Process if company disagrees with results (besides arbitration).
- Transparency clause about affiliate links in videos (FTC compliance).
- Product shipment responsibility (sender covers shipping, customs, insurance).
- A clause on storage time before disposal/donation of products.
- Clarification that reviews are permanently public and not removable.
CASL
Solar Enthusiast
That's just for his good looks.
Holy cow this is great information. Thank you. Applying more updates
CASL
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With AI in a pocket we do not need to go to school anymore.
There is a little problem with GLEICHSCHALTUNG, though.
When one AI is learning from another AI and so on.
Our mistakes and imperfections or failures make us unique.
There is a little problem with GLEICHSCHALTUNG, though.
When one AI is learning from another AI and so on.
Our mistakes and imperfections or failures make us unique.
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"I would strongly urge your company to thoroughly vet and test your product before agreeing to send it to me and paying the fee. Please look at a few of the videos on my channel where I found simple and easily fixable problems with products I have reviewed. I want your product to be good and to be able to recommend it."
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