Last Updated: June 2026
This Instructor Earnings & Payout Policy explains how instructor membership plans, commissions, revenue sharing, payouts, refunds, chargebacks, and related financial matters are managed on the Collabocate platform.
1. Purpose
This Policy governs:
- Instructor membership plans
- Platform commissions
- Revenue sharing
- Payment processing fees
- Payout schedules
- Refund adjustments
- Chargebacks and disputes
- Financial responsibilities
By using Collabocate as an instructor, you agree to the terms outlined in this Policy.
2. Membership Plans
Collabocate offers multiple membership options designed to support instructors at different stages of growth.
Starter Plan
- Monthly Fee: Free
- Platform Revenue Share: 30%
- Unlimited Course Creation
- Unlimited Student Enrollments
- Instructor Profile
- Basic Reporting Tools
Professional Plan
- Monthly Fee: $29
- Platform Revenue Share: 15%
- Enhanced Reporting
- Promotional Tools
- Priority Support
Elite Plan
- Monthly Fee: $79
- Platform Revenue Share: 5%
- Advanced Analytics
- Premium Support
- Promotional Opportunities
3. Revenue Share Calculations
Instructor commissions are calculated based on gross sales processed through the platform.
Example Earnings
Starter Plan
- Course Sale: $100
- Instructor Receives: $70
- Platform Receives: $30
Professional Plan
- Course Sale: $100
- Instructor Receives: $85
- Platform Receives: $15
Elite Plan
- Course Sale: $100
- Instructor Receives: $95
- Platform Receives: $5
4. Payment Processing Fees
Payment processing fees may be deducted before instructor payouts.
These fees may vary depending on:
- Payment processor requirements
- Transaction type
- Currency conversion
- Geographic region
- Applicable banking fees
5. Payout Schedule
Instructor earnings become eligible for payout according to the payout schedules established by Collabocate.
To ensure platform security and financial stability, Collabocate may maintain reasonable reserves for:
- Refund requests
- Chargebacks
- Fraud investigations
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management purposes
6. Refunds
If a student receives an approved refund, the corresponding instructor earnings may be reduced or reversed.
Refund adjustments will be reflected in future payout calculations.
7. Chargebacks
When a payment dispute or chargeback occurs:
- Funds may be temporarily withheld
- Earnings may be reversed
- Additional account review may be required
- Supporting documentation may be requested
Instructors agree to cooperate fully with any dispute investigation.
8. Tax Responsibilities
Instructors are solely responsible for their own tax obligations, including:
- Income Taxes
- Business Taxes
- Sales Taxes (where applicable)
- Tax Reporting Requirements
Collabocate does not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice.
9. No Guarantee of Income
Collabocate does not guarantee:
- Revenue levels
- Student enrollments
- Course sales
- Marketing exposure
- Business growth
- Profitability
Individual results will vary based on course quality, marketing efforts, demand, and other factors beyond the platform’s control.
10. Policy Changes
Collabocate reserves the right to modify:
- Membership plans
- Commission structures
- Fees
- Payout schedules
- Revenue-sharing terms
Reasonable notice may be provided before significant changes take effect.
Contact Information
For questions regarding instructor earnings, commissions, or payouts, please contact: