At Business Merit Board, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when using our website.
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
Personal Information:
Name, email address, phone number, business name, and other identifying details submitted via nomination forms or contact forms.
Business Information:
Details about your company, such as website URL, industry type, and location.
Payment Information:
When purchasing award packages, we collect payment details through secure third-party providers (e.g., Stripe). We do not store your full payment information on our servers.
Automatically Collected Information:
IP address, browser type, device type, referral sources, pages visited, and other analytics data via cookies or tracking tools.
We use the collected information to:
Process nominations and evaluate eligibility
Communicate with you regarding your nomination or award
Deliver digital assets or packages
Provide customer support
Improve website functionality and user experience
Send promotional or informational emails (if you opt in)
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share your data with trusted third parties, only for purposes such as:
Secure payment processing
Email marketing (with consent)
Award press release distribution (if included in your package)
All such third parties are required to keep your data confidential.
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Understand user behavior
Analyze traffic and usage patterns
Improve website performance
You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. By using this site, you acknowledge and accept this risk.
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
Access the data we store about you
Request correction or deletion of your personal data
Withdraw consent from email communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@businessmeritboard.com
Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Business Merit Board
Email: privacy@businessmeritboard.com
Welcome to the Business Merit Board. By using our website, services, or submitting a nomination, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to be legally bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.
Our services are intended for business owners, employees, customers, or anyone legally permitted to nominate a business. By submitting any information, you represent that it is accurate and submitted in good faith.
Nominations are free and open to eligible businesses.
Submission of a nomination does not guarantee selection or award.
Business Merit Board reserves the right to verify, reject, or disqualify any nomination that does not meet our standards or terms.
Award winners may choose to purchase optional media packages to promote their recognition.
All prices are listed in USD and may change without prior notice.
Payments are securely processed via third-party gateways (e.g., Stripe).
By purchasing, you agree to the pricing and delivery terms listed on the website.
All content, logos, certificates, and designs provided by Business Merit Board are the intellectual property of the platform.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use any part of our content without express written permission.
You agree not to:
Submit false or misleading information
Attempt to manipulate award outcomes
Engage in spam, harassment, or abuse of our platform or team
Violations may result in disqualification and a ban from future participation.
Our services are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. We make no guarantees regarding recognition, visibility, or future business success resulting from our awards.
Business Merit Board shall not be held liable for:
Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
Business losses, reputational harm, or missed opportunities
Claims arising from third-party promotional use of award titles, badges, or recognitions
Legal disputes or liabilities resulting from how businesses choose to advertise or present their award
Issues arising from third-party services, vendors, or platforms
All awards are based on available data and merit-based evaluations at the time of recognition. It is the sole responsibility of the recipient to ensure that any claims made in marketing or promotional materials comply with applicable advertising laws and regulations.
Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
BusinessMeritBoard.com is a specialized online service provided and managed by Thrive Media Group LLC. This platform is a functional extension of Thrive Media Group’s core PR and marketing offerings, designed to provide the professional community with merit-based recognition tools. This service is fully integrated into the broader Thrive Media Group infrastructure and shares all administrative and professional resources. For all legal, billing, and administrative purposes, users are contracting exclusively with Thrive Media Group LLC.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
These terms are governed by the United States law and registered locality. Any disputes will be resolved in the applicable courts of jurisdiction.
If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Business Merit Board
Email: support@businessmeritboard.com
All sales are final due to the nature of digital products and promotional assets. Refunds will only be considered in cases of duplicate charges or verified technical errors. All refund requests are subject to review and approval.
Business Merit Board is a platform created to recognize outstanding businesses through a merit-based evaluation system. By using our site and services, you agree to the following general terms:
Our tools and nomination forms are intended for legitimate use by individuals or businesses seeking recognition or nominating others in good faith. Abuse of these services (such as mass submissions, falsified claims, or unauthorized automation) is strictly prohibited.
If you create an account or submit a nomination on behalf of a business, you confirm that you are authorized to act on its behalf and that all information submitted is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date content, we make no warranties that all information on this website is error-free. Users should verify any claims, facts, or third-party references independently.
Submitting a nomination does not guarantee that a business will receive an award. Our AI-powered evaluation process determines merit-based selections according to our published criteria and internal scoring methodology.
Award badges, certificates, and marketing materials are reserved for recognized recipients only. Unauthorized use or misrepresentation of award status may result in disqualification, removal from our directory, and potential legal action.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate any portion of the website or services at our discretion, including for maintenance, updates, or in response to misuse.
By interacting with our platform, you consent to receive communications from us related to your nomination, recognition status, or promotional offerings. You may opt out of marketing emails at any time.
Affiliates must be 18 years or older and have a valid payment method and tax information on file (for payouts of $600 or more in a calendar year). We reserve the right to reject or remove affiliates at our sole discretion.
Commission Rate: Affiliates earn a commission on qualifying Merit Package purchases referred through their unique affiliate link.
Payout Threshold: Earnings must reach a minimum of $50 USD before payment is issued.
Payment Method: Affiliates are paid automatically via PayPal once earnings reach $50 or more.
Refunds & Chargebacks: If a customer requests a refund or chargeback, the associated commission will be reversed.
Referrals are tracked via cookies and/or UTM parameters.
Standard cookie duration is 30 days unless otherwise specified.
Affiliates will not receive credit for self-referrals or manipulation of tracking links.
Affiliates agree NOT to:
Misrepresent Business Merit Board or make false claims (e.g., “guaranteed to win”)
Bid on branded keywords (e.g., “Business Merit Board”) in paid ads
Spam or mass-message users
Use misleading URLs or redirect cloaking
Falsify transactions or referrals
Violations may result in account termination and forfeiture of unpaid commissions.
Affiliates may use approved logos, banners and content from the Affiliate Dashboard. Any custom materials must be reviewed and approved in writing.
We reserve the right to terminate any affiliate account without notice for breach of these terms or unethical behavior.
Affiliate data (including referral performance and payment details) is stored securely and used solely for managing the program. Your data will never be sold or shared outside the program without consent.
Business Merit Board makes no guarantees about affiliate earnings. We are not responsible for:
Tracking interruptions due to ad blockers or browser settings
Delayed or missing commissions due to third-party services
Legal claims resulting from how affiliates market our platform
Affiliates are solely responsible for compliance with advertising laws and platform policies (e.g., Facebook, Google Ads).
These terms are governed by the United States law and registered locality. Any disputes will be resolved in the applicable courts of jurisdiction.
