Terms of Service
Last Updated: February 28, 2026
Our Core Philosophy: PaidByAds operates on radical transparency and equitable wealth distribution. You earn 80-90% of advertising revenue, we show you exactly how the platform operates financially, and we're committed to creating the maximum number of new millionaires through fair revenue sharing.
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using PaidByAds ("the Platform," "the Service," "the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the service.
1.1 Eligibility
To use PaidByAds, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
- Provide accurate identity verification information
- Comply with all local, state, and federal laws
- Not be located in a country where the service is prohibited
1.2 Account Requirements
- One account per person (multi-account abuse results in permanent ban)
- Valid email address and phone number for verification
- Government-issued ID for KYC verification
- PayPal account for receiving payments
- Android device running Android 8.0 or higher
2. How PaidByAds Works
2.1 Revenue Sharing Model
Our Transparent Revenue Distribution:
- 80-90% to Users: You receive the majority of advertising revenue
- 10-20% to Operations: Platform maintenance, development, and support
- Owner Cap: David Goddard's personal earnings capped at $10 million/month
- Bonus Pool: All excess revenue above the owner cap is redistributed as bonuses to create "the maximum number of new millionaires"
2.2 Earning Mechanism
You earn money by:
- Watching video advertisements with verified attention
- Completing gesture verification prompts during ads
- Maintaining active engagement throughout ad sessions
- Qualifying for higher-tier earnings through dual-device setup
2.3 User Classifications
| Tier |
Requirements |
Earning Potential |
| Standard |
Single device, basic verification |
Base revenue share |
| Dual-Device Qualified |
Two devices, enhanced verification |
Premium revenue share |
| Premium Verified |
Full profile completion, high engagement history |
Maximum revenue share + priority ad access |
3. User Obligations and Conduct
3.1 Attention Verification Requirements
To receive payment for ad viewing, you must:
- Actively watch ads: Your face must be visible to the device camera during ad playback
- Respond to gesture prompts: Complete random verification challenges during ads
- Avoid circumvention attempts: Do not use photos, videos, or AI to simulate attention
- Single user per session: Only the verified account holder may watch ads
3.2 Prohibited Activities
Zero Tolerance Policies - Immediate Permanent Ban:
- Creating multiple accounts to increase earnings
- Using bots, scripts, or automation to watch ads
- Attempting to bypass attention verification systems
- Using photos, videos, or AI-generated faces to fool face detection
- Sharing account credentials or allowing others to use your account
- Manipulating device settings to simulate ad views
- Engaging in any form of fraud or deception
- Reverse engineering or tampering with the app
3.3 Session Limits
To prevent abuse and maintain platform sustainability:
- Daily limit: Maximum 12 hours of ad viewing per day
- Weekly limit: Maximum 5 days of active sessions per week
- Cooling periods: Mandatory breaks between extended sessions
- Quality requirements: Minimum attention scores maintained throughout sessions
Note: These limits exist solely for fraud prevention, not to restrict earning potential. All users have equal access to maximum earning opportunities.
4. Payment Terms
4.1 Payment Processing
- Payment method: PayPal Payouts
- Minimum payout: $10.00 USD
- Payment schedule: Weekly payments every Monday for previous week's earnings
- Processing time: 1-3 business days after payment initiation
- Currency: USD (international users subject to PayPal conversion rates)
4.2 Revenue Calculation
Your earnings are calculated as:
- Base rate per verified ad view (varies by advertiser and ad network)
- Multiplied by your user tier multiplier
- Plus any applicable quality bonuses
- Plus your share of the monthly bonus pool (if applicable)
4.3 Bonus Pool Distribution
When platform revenue exceeds $10 million per month:
- Excess revenue is distributed proportionally to all active users
- Distribution based on verified engagement hours and quality scores
- Transparent calculation displayed in real-time dashboard
- Goal: Create the maximum number of new millionaires
4.4 Withheld Payments
We may withhold payment if:
- Fraud or suspicious activity is detected
- Your account is under investigation
- Your PayPal account information is invalid or inactive
- You violate these Terms of Service
- Legal requirements necessitate withholding
5. Identity Verification and KYC
5.1 Verification Requirements
To withdraw earnings, you must complete:
- Email verification: Confirm your email address
- Phone verification: Two-factor authentication via SMS
- Identity verification: Government-issued ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport)
- Facial verification: Selfie matching your ID photo
5.2 Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
We comply with AML regulations by:
- Verifying the identity of all users
- Monitoring for suspicious transaction patterns
- Reporting large or unusual transactions as required by law
- Maintaining records for regulatory compliance
6. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is governed by our separate Privacy Policy. Key points:
- We collect data necessary for platform operation and payment processing
- Biometric data is processed locally on your device (never uploaded)
- We never sell your personal information
- You have rights to access, correct, and delete your data
7. Intellectual Property
7.1 Platform Ownership
- PaidByAds owns all rights to the app, website, and platform technology
- The PaidByAds name, logo, and branding are proprietary trademarks
- You may not copy, modify, or create derivative works of the platform
7.2 User-Generated Content
By using PaidByAds, you grant us:
- Right to use aggregated, anonymized data for platform improvement
- Right to display your engagement statistics in transparency dashboards
- Right to use testimonials or reviews you provide (with attribution)
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
PaidByAds is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:
- Uninterrupted or error-free service
- Specific earning amounts or income levels
- Availability of advertisements at all times
- Compatibility with all devices or Android versions
- Protection against all forms of fraud or abuse
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- PaidByAds is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you earned in the past 90 days
- We are not responsible for third-party services (PayPal, ad networks, etc.)
- You use the platform at your own risk
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PaidByAds from any claims arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
- Your fraudulent or abusive behavior
- Your infringement of third-party rights
11. Account Termination
11.1 Termination by User
You may terminate your account at any time by:
- Requesting account deletion in app settings
- Contacting support@paidbyads.com
- Outstanding earnings will be paid out within 30 days
11.2 Termination by PaidByAds
We may suspend or terminate your account for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Suspected fraud or abuse
- Extended period of inactivity (12+ months)
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Protection of the platform or other users
11.3 Effects of Termination
- Access to the platform immediately revoked
- Pending verified earnings will be paid (minus any fees owed)
- Fraudulent earnings will be forfeited
- You may not create new accounts after termination
12. Dispute Resolution
12.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing a claim, contact us at support@paidbyads.com to attempt informal resolution. We commit to good-faith negotiations for 60 days.
12.2 Binding Arbitration
If informal resolution fails:
- Disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration
- Governed by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) rules
- Arbitration conducted in Little Rock, Arkansas
- You waive the right to a jury trial
- You waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits
12.3 Exceptions
The arbitration requirement does not apply to:
- Small claims court disputes (under $10,000)
- Injunctive relief for intellectual property violations
- Emergency provisional remedies
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arkansas, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
14. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time:
- Material changes require 30 days advance notice
- Notice provided via email and in-app notification
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
- If you disagree with changes, you may terminate your account
15. Transparency Commitment
Real-Time Financial Transparency:
All users can view the following in real-time within the app:
- Total platform revenue
- Your individual earnings and payment history
- Revenue distribution breakdown (80-90% user share)
- Bonus pool status and distribution calculations
- Number of active earning users
- Average earnings per user tier
This transparency is a core commitment that differentiates PaidByAds from traditional platforms that hide how wealth is distributed.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to reflect the parties' intention, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and PaidByAds, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.
18. Contact Information
PaidByAds Support
- General inquiries: support@paidbyads.com
- Legal questions: legal@paidbyads.com
- Payment issues: payments@paidbyads.com
- Fraud reports: fraud@paidbyads.com
- Website: https://paidbyads.com
Business Address:
PaidByAds
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Acknowledgment:
By creating an account and using PaidByAds, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.