> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.impact.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.impact.com/brand/what-would-you-like-to-learn-about/platform-features/tracking/stand-down-policy-explained.md).
# Stand-Down Policy Explained
impact.com's [stand-down policy](https://app.impact.com/pcontent/stand-down-policy.ihtml) is a best practice that prevents certain partners—particularly those using browser extensions, toolbars, or in-cart solutions—from interfering with the shopping experience if another click has already been recorded from another partner. Once a shopper has engaged with a tracking link (e.g., from a creator, content publisher, cashback program, or coupon site), the `afsrc=1` parameter is automatically appended to the landing page URL for all partner-driven traffic. Any competing extension must withdraw and not attempt to override the original click by triggering pop-ups, activating new tracking links, or altering the customer's path to purchase.
#### How it works
1. The consumer clicks on a link from a partner site, which brings them to a brand's landing page.
2. The `afsrc=1` parameter is automatically appended to the landing page URL.
3. The competing partner, e.g., a browser extension, checks the link that redirected the consumer and recognizes it as an impact.com tracking link.
4. The extension is then required to abide by the stand-down policy, and no extension pop-up should be made visible for that consumer.
#### Check the stand-down policy in your template terms
You can ensure the stand-down policy is enabled by viewing your template terms' *General Terms* section.
1. From the left navigation bar, select  **\[Engage]** → **Contracts** → **Template Terms**.
2. Hover over the relevant template terms, then select  **\[More]** → **View Terms**.
3. Scroll down to the *General Terms* section, then look for *Stand Down Policy*.
#### Disable the stand-down policy
{% hint style="warning" %}
**Warning:** Your program’s stand-down policy is enabled by default, and we recommend you keep it enabled to establish good partnerships. Explicitly stating that you adhere to a stand-down policy will give partners a better opportunity to maintain their status as a conversion winner.
{% endhint %}
1. From the top navigation bar, select  **\[User profile] → Settings**.
2. On the right, under *Tracking*, select **General**.
3. Below the *Stand Down Policy* section, select  **\[Checkbox]** **Activate stand down policy on all template terms**.
4. Select **Save**.
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