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What is the explorePDA.com Software Partner Program?
The explorePDA.com Software Partner Program provides mobile software developers and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) with direct access to millions of customers, including wireless carriers, mobile operators, mobile professionals and enterprises, as well as phone and PDA enthusiasts across the globe.
explorePDA.com supports its Software Partners by continuing to grow the mobile software market and offering marketing programs and services to expose more customers to great mobile software. For you, it means a straighter, cleaner and faster route to market. explorePDA.com simplifies marketing, delivery and customer support, allowing you to focus on building great software.
As the leading provider of mobile downloads, explorePDA.com has created a multi-channel distribution strategy that will increase revenue for its Software Partners. Anyone who develops mobile software or digital media is welcome to register and become a Software Partner.
explorePDA.com Partner Program
explorePDA.com is the site to cater specifically to the PDA developers and users community, creating a central resource for PDA software buyers by partnering with leading software developers.
We provide developers with a direct channel to distribute their handheld software applications to millions of PDA users over the Internet.
We strongly believe that the best way to accomplish this is to partner with not only the commercial software developers, but also the freeware and shareware community.
We process Visa, American Express, and MasterCard sales automatically for you, in real time. We also accept and process International orders and payment by means of email. We offer customer support and handling of all order questions. All order details in text format and are then sent via e-mail to you.
How does it work?
The program provides registered developers with the ability to simply log on, submit their software and start selling. explorePDA.com retains 25% (for Gold partners) and 30% ( for Platinum partners )of the cost in return for the processing of credit card, online, fax, phone and mailed in orders.
Payment for sales will be made via check or paypal between the 15th and the end of the month for the prior months sales.
Payment will not be made for amounts less than $100 for paypal payment / or $200 for check payment. A Paypal payment for the accumulated sales will be sent once the total reaches $100 during respective payment time / or a check for the accumulated sales will be sent once the total reaches $200 during respective payment time.
We prefer Paypal payment, which provides fast & secure transactions. We advice all developers to opt in for Paypal payment.
Do You Want To Join Us?
Anyone that develops PDA software can become a explorePDA.com Partner. To apply today, simply complete the Developer Registration Form . Your information will be processed within 24 hours of submitting your application, from which time you'll be able to distribute and/or sell your software! |
Features and benefits include:
Dedicated Developer Relations Staff
- You will have the regular support of explorePDA's Business Development and Marketing teams, as well as support from other teams such as Sales and Customer Support.
Developer Zone
Product Management
- Obtain a product ID and upload products directly though your online account.
- Update your products online and make changes at your leisure.
- Provide pricing, product descriptions for each product.
- Include a customized registration notes in the purchase confirmation email sent to customers who purchase your applications.
Comprehensive Sales Reporting
- Access real-time customer data online.
- Receive real-time sales notifications complete with customer data.
- Generate online sales reports.
Account Management
- Learn about new exoplorePDA marketing programs, including product launch promotions, advertisements, monthly specials and more.
- Manage your explorePDA contract and agreements online.
Customer Support
- Save time and money. explorePDA's customer care team delivers first-level support to help customers order, download and install software.
Marketing and Promotion
- Spread the message through platform specific newsletters sent monthly to hundreds of thousands of qualified, opted-in software buyers.
- Participate in cooperative promotional campaigns with explorePDA's network of Channel Partners and Software Partners.
How does the explorePDA.com Software Partner Program work?
The explorePDA.com Software Partner Program enables you to focus your valuable resources on developing great applications. explorePDA.com handles the selling, marketing, and distribution of your software. With our robust e-payment system, we manage the credit card validation and processing. We collect payment from the customer upon purchase, or we invoice the customer if necessary. We calculate and remit sales taxes(if any), and we then provide product fulfillment.
You can establish an account with explorePDA.com via our online registration process, upload products, and begin selling software! Registration is quick and easy, and the first step is to complete our Partner Registration form . Once you've established your account, you can access your account at any time with your username and password.
Is there a fee?
No. There is no cost to become a explorePDA.com Software Partner!
- No setup fees for any explorePDA.com distribution channel
- No customer service fees
- No extra fees to process telephone, fax, or mail orders
You receive 75% of gross revenues for sales via credit/debit card through explorePDA's main Web site at http://www.explorepda.com/ , and explorePDA.com covers all transaction and processing fees. For sales via credit/debit card through our "Value-Added" channels, your royalty also begins at 70% of gross revenues and can vary based upon sales revenue levels.
How do I join?
Becoming a explorePDA.com Software Partner is simple. First complete the Partner Registration form . Next, you will view our Software Distribution Agreement. Your information will be processed instantly, and you can begin adding products right away.
Once you've established your account, you can access your account at any time with your username and password and upload your software applications. Your product(s) will appear in our catalog and search engine within just a few hours - ready for sale!
How do customers purchase my software from my web site?
explorePDA.com's Affiliate Program enables partners to link their customers to specific product pages accessible through www.explorepda.com. If you elect to participate, you can earn higher royalty payments on sales of your own applications, and you can also receive commissions on all purchases of other products. If you are interested in this opportunity to increase your royalty payments, please contact us at partners@explorePDA.com .
You can include explorePDA's buttons on your web site to link to your specific product pages at explorePDA.com. You can find the latest buttons at www.developers.explorePDA.com.Please contact partners@explorePDA.com for more information about the link.
Who do I contact with more questions on the explorePDA.com Software Partner Program?
If you have general questions about the explorePDA.com Software Partner Program, please contact us at partners@explorePDA.com . If you have already registered, please be sure to include your company name in the email.
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