Founding 20 Policy
Version 1.0 — Effective Date: March 2026
What is the Founding 20 Program?
The Founding 20 Program is an exclusive opportunity for the first 20 businesses to join the Upgrade 268 platform. Founding members receive special benefits as a thank you for their early trust and support.
1. Eligibility
Any business registering on Upgrade 268 may apply for Founding 20 status during the onboarding process. Approval is at the discretion of the Upgrade 268 team.
2. Benefits
- Rate Lock: Your subscription rate is locked in for as long as your subscription remains active, even if prices increase
- Featured Placement: Priority placement in the Upgrade 268 business directory
- Priority Support: Dedicated support channel for founding members
- Early Access: First access to new features and modules
- Founding Badge: Special badge displayed on your storefront
3. Conditions
- Founding status is non-transferable
- Cancelling your subscription forfeits founding status permanently
- Founding members must maintain an active storefront
- All standard Merchant Terms of Use apply
4. Revocation
Upgrade 268 reserves the right to revoke founding status if a merchant violates the Terms of Use or fails to maintain their subscription.