TBN Fee Structure and Terms and Conditions of Usage

We provide one of the most affordable and comprehensive computer broadcasting services worldwide, producing more broadcasts daily than many of our competitors.

 

Agreement

This membership agreement outlines the terms and conditions necessary to maintain membership in Traders Broadcast Network (TBN). You agree to abide by all provisions outlined below upon sending one broadcast and/or receiving 100 broadcasts.

TBN offers two trial options:

• A 14-day free trial requires no credit card.
• A 90-day trial requiring a credit card.

During the applicable trial period, you may evaluate our services to determine if they align with your business needs. If you choose to continue past the trial, full membership obligations, including adherence to all terms, will take effect.

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time, with reasonable notice. Upon termination, you agree to pay any outstanding charges accrued, as TBN typically bills members after services have been provided. By accepting this agreement, you acknowledge that disputes regarding these charges should be resolved directly with TBN prior to contacting your credit card provider.

TBN reserves the right to terminate this agreement in cases of breach. We may update these terms periodically. If a change is not agreeable to you, you may terminate your membership at that time without financial obligation. You agree to review all changes, which will take effect 48 hours from the date of revision

 

Trial Period

• Enjoy full access to all features during your trial period, completely free and with no obligation.
• During the trial, you can:
• Send and receive broadcasts just like paying members.
• Upload unlimited inventory with no restrictions.
• Perform unlimited searches to explore everything TBN has to offer.
• The trial requires compliance with TBN's Terms & Conditions to ensure fair usage.
• After the trial, membership continues at a standard rate of $69.95 per month, unless canceled.

 

Membership and Usage

Member Responsibilities

Membership is open to individuals or entities able to enter legally binding contracts. Users are responsible for all actions taken under their login credentials. Members must uphold ethical business practices and only post Want to Buy or Want to Sell messages.
Posting harmful, illegal, or objectionable content is strictly prohibited.

Email Limits

• Your account supports up to six email addresses.
• The first two are included at no cost.
• The remaining four are available at $7.50 per email.

Broadcast Limits

• Members can send up to five broadcasts per day immediately.
• The next five broadcasts are spaced out randomly to manage network capacity.
• Any broadcasts beyond ten in a single day may be held indefinitely to prevent abuse and spam while maintaining system efficiency.

Exclusive Broadcast Feature

• As a benefit of TBN Membership, broadcasts may receive an additional free repeat under certain conditions.
• If a member has sent less than three broadcasts within a 24-hour period, TBN will automatically repeat the broadcast the following day, provided broadcast activity is lower than usual.
• Additionally, if TBN's system detects an unusually high volume of searches related to the broadcast's topic, this may also trigger a repeat broadcast to maximize visibility.
• Users who have uploaded inventory will also benefit from automatic inventory-related broadcasts.
• As long as the uploaded inventory remains current, the system will generate and send an inventory broadcast on the user's behalf to help drive potential leads.
• This feature is activated only when TBN's current broadcast volume is below normal, ensuring efficient network use.
• If you prefer not to use this feature, simply contact Customer Service or use the "Contact Us" link on the homepage to opt out.

 

Pricing

Transparent Pricing

Our pricing is straightforward and designed to fit your needs:

• $69.95 per month, paid monthly, for unlimited broadcasting
• Unlimited inventory SKUs included at no additional cost

Competitive Advantage

Competitor pricing, to our knowledge, now ranges from over $100 to $500+ per month, requiring three months' payment in advance, bringing their total upfront cost to $300–$1,500+, compared to our monthly commitment of just $69.95.

 

Payment and Billing

Monthly Fee Payments

Membership fees are billed on the same date each month based on the member’s original enrollment date. Payments are automatically deducted from the member’s credit card, checking account, or PayPal account.

Members who wish to change their billing date may do so by submitting a request via email or phone.

Annual Membership Payments

For annual membership payments, Traders Broadcast Network (TBN) will generate an invoice upon request.

Due to the substantial discount applied to annual membership plans, TBN requires payment within 3 business days of invoice issuance. If payment is not received within this timeframe, the invoice may become invalid, and the member may be moved back to a monthly billing plan at standard rates.

Additionally, if there is no valid credit card on file, the member’s account may be at risk of deactivation until payment is received.

TBN reserves the right to apply annual membership fees to offset any past-due balances before a user qualifies for renewal. In cases where a user was eligible at the time of invoicing but became ineligible due to late payments, TBN retains the right to adjust their membership eligibility accordingly.

Promotions & Pricing Adjustments

• Users who join under a promotion retain the discounted rate until the promotion expires. After that, standard monthly pricing applies.

Cancellation Policy

• Unlike competitors, TBN offers month-to-month billing without requiring a long-term contract.
• You may unsubscribe anytime, but if you cancel mid-pay cycle, no prorated refunds are issued, funds paid remain non-refundable.
• Your access will continue until the end of your current billing period, even after cancellation.
• No refunds will be given for semi-annual or annual memberships paid in advance.
• TBN has proudly served the industry since 2002 and continues to provide trusted service to its members.

Payment Policies

• Automatic Billing: Payments are processed automatically, and users must maintain valid credit card details to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Invoice Requests: Invoices are not automatically sent. If you require invoices, you must request to have them sent monthly.
• Non-Payment Consequences: If your membership is terminated due to non-payment, you forfeit any returning promotions for reduced rates or free time. We are always willing to work with customers to avoid termination, but users must reach out prior to their account being deactivated to explore possible solutions. Accounts with unresolved payment issues will be deactivated, and if a user wishes to return, their account will be reinstated upon review and updated payment details.
• Authorization of Charges: By agreeing to these terms, you acknowledge responsibility for all charges and authorize TBN to process outstanding fees without dispute.

Fees and Payment Policy

Upon expiration of your initial trial period, your membership will continue at $69.95 per month, automatically deducted from your credit card. This monthly fee is valid for a minimum period of one year, covering your trial period, reduced rate, and general membership. After the first year, Traders Broadcast Network (TBN) reserves the right to increase membership fees annually by up to $10 per month, with a maximum fee of $99.95. (For reference, TBN's last fee adjustment occurred in 2011.)

For discounted annual and semi-annual invoicing, TBN accepts payments via checks, wire transfers, or PayPal, provided that any discount applied by the financial institution is reimbursed to TBN. Monthly payments must be made via credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or Amex).

Fees for ancillary services offered to members must be paid prior to service being rendered.

Credit Card Declines & Account Status

If a member’s credit card payment is declined, TBN will issue multiple notifications requesting updated payment information. Additionally, a header alert will be added to the member’s incoming broadcasts to inform them of the issue.

TBN will also send an invoice to the member’s registered email address, allowing them to make a direct payment from that email.

If the member does not respond or resolve the issue within the provided timeframe, their account will be terminated.

If a former member wishes to reinstate their membership at a later date, they may be responsible for any outstanding balance owed at the time of termination, subject to TBN’s discretion.

 

Terms & Conditions

1. No Derogatory Comments

Broadcasts are strictly for buying and selling, comments, opinions, and criticisms are not permitted. This policy protects users from falsified complaints often generated by perpetrators.

2. Ensure Subject Line Matches Broadcast Content

Your subject line must accurately reflect the contents of your broadcast. Misleading or vague subject lines make it difficult for recipients to determine relevance, disrupting the efficiency of the platform.

3. Keep HTML Broadcasts & Attachments to a Minimum

To maintain professionalism, all graphic-based broadcasts undergo manual review, which may delay your broadcast from going out. Additionally, broadcasts must be under 350KB, messages exceeding this limit will be delayed and sent without attachments or formatting.

4. Avoid Using the Same Subject Line Within 4 Hours

• Do not duplicate the same subject line within a 4-hour window.
• If resending a broadcast, consider altering the subject line with different keywords to improve visibility and ensure your message is correctly filtered.

5. Subscribe to the Target List Before Sending

Users must be subscribed to the broadcast list they intend to send to. Managing these subscriptions under "List Subscriptions" ensures that users see their broadcasts exactly as the world does, allowing for better visibility and proper delivery.

6. Always Include a Subject Line

Members receive hundreds of emails daily, so subject lines must clearly state the item being bought or sold, not just generic promotions like “Big Blowout.” Without a proper subject line, your broadcast may be delayed in being sent out.

Please try to use the standard WTS (Want To Sell), WTB (Want To Buy), or RFQ (Request For Quote) prefix in the subject line to ensure clarity and proper categorization. Additionally, make sure your subject line matches the content of your broadcast, for example, if selling Dell laptops, a subject like "WTS: 500 Dell Laptops" is appropriate, whereas "Dells for sale" is too vague and may impact visibility.

7. Include a Proper Email Signature

Every broadcast must include a signature with at least the following details:

• Your name
• Company name
• Telephone number

8. Platform Operation

Traders Broadcast Network operates as a platform for buyers and sellers to communicate. It does not involve itself in transactions or guarantee the quality, safety, or legality of items listed. Membership is subject to compliance with site policies, and we reserve the right to terminate access for violations.
If any provision is unenforceable, the rest remain intact.

 

Liability Disclaimer

Members agree to hold harmless Traders Broadcast Network, its employees, contractors, affiliates, and officers against claims or disputes arising from transmissions or postings.
Services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, expressed or implied.