Affiliates promoting the Akka offer must follow strict restrictions to protect brand integrity and ensure fair competition across paid media channels.
❗ Paid Search Prohibition
Effective immediately, all paid search activity is prohibited for Akka. This applies to:
All search engines (Google, Bing, Yahoo, etc.)
All match types (exact, phrase, broad)
Paid social campaigns where keyword targeting is used
🚫 Negative Keyword Enforcement (Historical)
Previously, affiliates were restricted from bidding on branded terms. With this update, all paid search is now disallowed.
For reference, the following keywords remain strictly off-limits in any ad copy, display URL, or metadata:
Akka
My Akka
Akka Bands
Akka Wellness
Akkaband
Akkabands.com
Akka Wristband
Akka Smart Band
Buy Akka
Akka Official
Misspellings, close variations, or combinations with generic terms (e.g., Akka bracelet, Akka discount code)
🔍 Why This Matters
These keywords are trademarked and brand-protected terms. Running paid search campaigns — even on non-branded terms — has led to increased compliance claims. This policy ensures:
The brand maintains full control of its search presence
Reduced legal and compliance risks
Alignment with GiddyUp’s partner agreement and brand policy
🚫 Consequences of Violating This Policy
If you are found to be running paid search traffic for Akka:
You will be immediately removed from the offer
Any associated payouts will be withheld
Your account may be suspended or terminated from the GiddyUp Network
Repeat violations or deceptive practices may result in permanent bans or legal action.
✅ Stay Compliant
To stay within policy:
Remove all paid search campaigns by the deadline above
Avoid using Akka in:
Keywords
Ad copy, headlines, or sitelinks
Tracking or display URLs
Image file names or metadata
Use only approved creatives and messaging from the GiddyUp platform
Reach out for a compliance review before launching new campaigns
For help with campaign strategy or to clarify compliance rules, contact Platform Support or email compliance@giddyup.io.
Let’s build long-term success while respecting brand protections.