LogicPulse™ Documentation

Advanced Affiliate Marketing & Partner Management System Reference Guide

LogicPulse™ Overview

LogicPulse™ is a next-generation, enterprise-grade affiliate marketing and partner management platform architected to handle high-volume traffic tracking, real-time conversion attribution, advanced fraud detection, automated financial workflows, and comprehensive team management. The system is designed with scalability, security, and performance as core pillars, supporting thousands of concurrent users, millions of daily clicks, and complex multi-tier organizational structures.

Platform Architecture

Frontend Layer

  • Responsive web interface built with modern HTML5, CSS3 (Tailwind-inspired utilities), and vanilla JavaScript
  • Progressive Web App (PWA) capabilities with offline support and installability
  • Real-time UI updates using AJAX and WebSocket connections for live data streaming
  • Mobile-first design philosophy ensuring optimal experience across all device classes
  • Accessibility-compliant interface following WCAG 2.1 AA standards
  • Dark mode support with automatic theme detection and manual override
  • Multi-language architecture ready for internationalization (i18n) and localization (l10n)
  • Component-based UI structure for consistency and maintainability

Backend Layer

  • PHP 8+ backend with strict type declarations and modern OOP practices
  • Service layer architecture (EmailService, NotificationHandler, PushService, FraudDetectionService)
  • RESTful API endpoints for all major operations with versioning support
  • Middleware pipeline for authentication, authorization, rate limiting, and logging
  • Dependency injection container for loose coupling and testability
  • Repository pattern for database abstraction and query optimization
  • Event-driven architecture for asynchronous operations and webhooks
  • Transaction management ensuring data consistency across complex operations

Data Layer

  • MySQL 5.7+ with InnoDB engine for ACID compliance and transaction support
  • Optimized schema with strategic indexing for sub-second query performance
  • Prepared statements throughout to eliminate SQL injection vulnerabilities
  • Connection pooling for efficient database resource utilization
  • Read replicas support for horizontal scaling (configured externally)
  • Automated backup schedules with point-in-time recovery capabilities
  • Data retention policies with automated archival and purging systems
  • Audit logging for all critical data modifications

Integration Layer

  • Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) transactional email API integration
  • Web Push API with VAPID authentication for browser notifications
  • Optional Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for mobile push notifications
  • Affiliate network APIs for offer synchronization and postback handling
  • IP intelligence APIs for geolocation, proxy detection, and fraud scoring
  • Third-party analytics platform integrations (Google Analytics, custom trackers)
  • Webhook system for real-time event notifications to external systems
  • OAuth2 authentication support for secure third-party integrations

Core System Capabilities

Traffic Management

  • Real-time click tracking with sub-100ms response times even under load
  • Automatic redirect logic with smart fallback mechanisms
  • UTM parameter preservation and custom tracking parameter support
  • Sub-ID tracking (1-5 levels) for granular campaign attribution
  • TikTok Pixel integration with event tracking and campaign parameters
  • Facebook Conversions API support for enhanced attribution
  • Multi-domain tracking with cross-domain cookie synchronization
  • Bot detection and filtering to maintain data quality
  • Click deduplication to prevent inflated metrics
  • Concurrent request handling with queue management for traffic spikes

Conversion Attribution

  • Server-to-server (S2S) postback handling from multiple affiliate networks
  • Real-time conversion recording with atomic database operations
  • Click-to-conversion time (CTIT) tracking for quality analysis
  • Multi-touch attribution models (first click, last click, linear, time decay)
  • Conversion status workflow (pending → approved/rejected)
  • Payout calculation engine with support for CPA, CPL, RevShare models
  • Duplicate conversion prevention with configurable rules
  • Conversion adjustment capabilities for manual corrections
  • Historical conversion data retention for long-term analysis
  • Revenue reconciliation tools for network vs. internal data matching

Fraud & Quality Control

  • Real-time risk scoring algorithm considering 50+ data points
  • IP reputation analysis with proxy, VPN, Tor, and datacenter detection
  • Device fingerprinting using canvas, WebGL, audio, and sensor data
  • Behavioral analysis tracking click velocity, session duration, and engagement
  • Geographic anomaly detection (location jumps, timezone mismatches)
  • Referrer validation and source verification
  • User-agent analysis and bot signature detection
  • Conversion velocity monitoring to identify suspicious patterns
  • Click injection and attribution fraud detection
  • Machine learning models for pattern recognition (roadmap)

Team & User Management

  • Four-tier role hierarchy (Administrator → Admin → Sub-Admin → User)
  • Granular permission system with 50+ individual permission flags
  • Manager assignment creating accountability chains
  • Team performance aggregation for coach/manager views
  • User lifecycle management from signup through offboarding
  • Email verification system with code-based authentication
  • Package/subscription management with expiry tracking
  • Wallet system for balance tracking and payout management
  • Session management with device fingerprinting and geographic logging
  • Two-factor authentication support (roadmap)

Financial Operations

  • Automated payroll calculation from approved conversions
  • Multi-period payroll with flexible date range selection
  • Adjustment system (bonuses, deductions, withholdings) with audit trail
  • Invoice generation with unique identifiers and detailed line items
  • Payment status tracking (open → finalized → paid)
  • Multi-currency support with real-time exchange rate updates (roadmap)
  • Tax calculation and withholding support for compliance (roadmap)
  • Payment method management (bank transfer, PayPal, crypto) (roadmap)
  • Chargeback handling and dispute resolution workflows
  • Financial reporting with P&L statements and cash flow analysis

Communication System

  • Multi-channel notification delivery (in-app, email, browser push, mobile push)
  • Rich notification templates with HTML support and dynamic variables
  • Notification preferences per user with granular opt-in/opt-out controls
  • Read/unread status tracking with mark-all-as-read functionality
  • Notification history with search, filter, and export capabilities
  • Company-wide broadcasts for critical announcements
  • Targeted notifications based on user segments (role, manager, performance)
  • Scheduled notifications for time-sensitive communications
  • Notification action buttons for one-click responses
  • Delivery tracking and read receipts for accountability

Analytics & Reporting

  • Real-time dashboard with 8 primary KPIs updated every 30 seconds
  • Pre-built reports: Clicks, Conversions, Users, Networks, Sources, Offers
  • Custom report builder with drag-and-drop field selection (roadmap)
  • Advanced filtering with AND/OR logic and nested conditions
  • Date range presets (today, yesterday, this week, last week, this month, last month)
  • Comparison mode (current period vs. previous period) with percentage change
  • Interactive charts (line, bar, pie, donut, heatmap) with drill-down capability
  • Column customization per user with saved preferences
  • Export functionality (CSV, Excel, PDF) respecting filters and permissions
  • Scheduled reports with automatic email delivery (roadmap)

System Design Principles

Security First

  • Zero-trust architecture with explicit permission checks on every operation
  • Prepared statements eliminating SQL injection attack vectors
  • Output encoding preventing XSS vulnerabilities across all templates
  • CSRF token validation on state-changing operations
  • Password hashing using bcrypt with adaptive cost factor
  • Secure session management with httpOnly and secure cookies
  • Rate limiting on authentication endpoints to prevent brute force
  • API request signing for webhook authenticity verification
  • Data encryption at rest for sensitive information (PII, financial data)
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing (quarterly schedule)

Performance Optimized

  • Database query optimization with strategic indexing and query analysis
  • Connection pooling reducing database overhead
  • Lazy loading for non-critical UI components and data
  • Pagination with configurable page sizes (25/50/100/500 records)
  • Caching strategies for frequently accessed data (Redis integration roadmap)
  • Asynchronous processing for heavy operations (email sending, report generation)
  • CDN integration for static assets (CSS, JS, images)
  • Minification and compression for frontend resources
  • Database table partitioning for historical data (clicks, conversions by month)
  • Monitoring and alerting for performance degradation (APM integration)

Scalability Ready

  • Horizontal scaling support with stateless application servers
  • Database read replica support for distributing query load
  • Queue-based processing for background jobs (email, notifications)
  • Microservices architecture pathway for future decomposition
  • API-first design enabling decoupled frontend/backend evolution
  • Rate limiting and throttling to protect against traffic spikes
  • Auto-scaling policies for cloud deployment environments
  • Load balancer configuration for high availability
  • Disaster recovery procedures with RTO/RPO definitions
  • Capacity planning tools and usage forecasting

User Experience Excellence

  • Sub-second page load times for typical operations
  • Optimistic UI updates for immediate feedback
  • Progressive enhancement ensuring baseline functionality without JS
  • Responsive breakpoints: mobile (<768px), tablet (768-1024px), desktop (>1024px)
  • Keyboard navigation support for accessibility
  • Screen reader compatibility with ARIA labels and semantic HTML
  • Error messages that guide users toward resolution
  • Confirmation dialogs for destructive actions
  • Undo/redo capabilities for critical operations (roadmap)
  • Contextual help and tooltips throughout the interface

Key Differentiators

  • More Granular Permissions: 50+ individual permissions vs. typical 10-20 in competitors
  • Advanced Fraud Detection: Multi-layered approach vs. basic proxy detection
  • Integrated Payroll: Full payroll system vs. manual tracking required
  • Hierarchical Management: True multi-level org structure vs. flat user lists
  • Real-Time Everything: Live dashboards and instant notifications vs. hourly/daily updates
  • White-Label Ready: Complete branding customization vs. locked vendor branding
  • Open Architecture: API-first with webhook support vs. closed ecosystems
  • Self-Hosted Option: Full control and data ownership vs. SaaS-only models

Main Dashboard - Deep Dive

The Main Dashboard is the central command center of LogicPulse™, providing real-time insights into your affiliate marketing operations. Designed for maximum information density while maintaining clarity, it delivers actionable intelligence at a glance.

Dashboard Overview

The dashboard automatically adapts to your role, showing only relevant metrics and controls. Administrators see global statistics, while team members view their personal performance and assigned campaigns.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Primary Metrics

  • Total Clicks: Real-time click count with trend indicators showing percentage change vs. previous period
  • Total Conversions: Approved conversion count with conversion rate (CR) calculation
  • Total Revenue: Cumulative earnings with currency formatting and breakdown by offer type
  • Conversion Rate (CR): Percentage of clicks that convert, color-coded by performance threshold
  • Earnings Per Click (EPC): Average revenue per click, critical for campaign optimization
  • Active Offers: Count of currently running offers with quick-access links
  • Active Users: Team members currently online or active in the last 24 hours
  • Pending Approvals: Conversions awaiting review with priority indicators

Advanced Metrics

  • Click Velocity: Clicks per hour with anomaly detection for traffic spikes
  • Quality Score: Composite metric combining CR, fraud score, and user engagement
  • Payout Pending: Total value of unapproved conversions
  • Top Performers: Leaderboard of highest-earning users/offers

Real-Time Data Updates

Dashboard metrics refresh every 30 seconds using AJAX polling, ensuring you always have current data without manual page refreshes. Critical alerts (fraud detection, system errors) trigger immediate notifications.

Time Period Selection

Flexible date range controls allow analysis across multiple timeframes:

  • Today (midnight to current time)
  • Yesterday (previous 24-hour period)
  • This Week (Monday to current day)
  • Last Week (previous Monday-Sunday)
  • This Month (1st to current date)
  • Last Month (previous calendar month)
  • Custom Range (any start/end date combination)

Comparison Mode

Enable comparison view to see current period metrics alongside previous period data, with automatic percentage change calculations. This helps identify trends, seasonal patterns, and performance shifts.

Interactive Charts

Traffic Trends

Line chart showing click volume over time with hourly, daily, or weekly granularity. Hover tooltips display exact values and timestamps.

Conversion Funnel

Visual representation of the user journey from click to conversion, highlighting drop-off points for optimization.

Revenue Distribution

Pie/donut chart breaking down earnings by offer, network, or user segment with drill-down capability.

Performance Heatmap

Calendar view showing daily performance intensity, making it easy to spot high/low-performing days.

Quick Actions

One-click access to common tasks directly from the dashboard:

  • Create New Offer
  • Add Team Member
  • Generate Report
  • View Pending Conversions
  • Access Fraud Alerts
  • Send Notification

Role-Based Views

Administrator View

Full system visibility including all users, offers, and financial data. Access to system health metrics, security alerts, and administrative controls.

Manager View

Team performance aggregation showing metrics for all managed users. Ability to drill down into individual team member performance.

User View

Personal performance metrics, assigned offers, and earnings tracking. Limited to own data with no access to other users' information.

Customization Options

Dashboard layout is fully customizable per user:

  • Drag-and-drop widget repositioning
  • Show/hide individual KPI cards
  • Adjust chart types and date ranges
  • Save multiple dashboard configurations
  • Export dashboard as PDF report

Mobile Responsiveness

Dashboard automatically adapts to mobile devices with:

  • Stacked card layout for narrow screens
  • Touch-optimized controls and gestures
  • Simplified charts for better mobile viewing
  • Swipe navigation between dashboard sections

Performance Optimization

Despite rich data visualization, the dashboard loads in under 2 seconds through:

  • Lazy loading of non-critical widgets
  • Efficient database queries with proper indexing
  • Client-side caching of static data
  • Compressed chart rendering libraries

Roles & Permissions - Complete Guide

LogicPulse™ implements a sophisticated four-tier role hierarchy with granular permission controls, ensuring secure access management while maintaining operational flexibility.

Role Hierarchy

1. Administrator (Super Admin)

Role ID: 2 | Access Level: Unrestricted

The highest privilege level with complete system control. Administrators can:

  • Manage all users, offers, and financial operations
  • Configure system settings and integrations
  • Access audit logs and security reports
  • Override any permission restrictions
  • Manage other administrators
  • Execute database maintenance operations
  • Configure email templates and notification rules
  • Manage API keys and webhook configurations

2. Admin (Team Manager)

Role ID: 1 | Access Level: High

Team management role with broad operational permissions. Admins can:

  • Manage users within their team
  • Create and edit offers
  • Approve/reject conversions
  • Generate reports for their team
  • Assign offers to team members
  • View team performance metrics
  • Send notifications to team members
  • Cannot access system settings or other teams' data

3. Sub-Admin (Team Lead)

Role ID: 3 | Access Level: Medium

Limited management capabilities focused on day-to-day operations. Sub-Admins can:

  • View assigned offers and campaigns
  • Monitor team member performance
  • Generate basic reports
  • Cannot create offers or manage users
  • Cannot approve conversions
  • Limited financial data access

    • 4. User (Affiliate/Partner)

    Role ID: 4 | Access Level: Basic

    Standard affiliate account with self-service capabilities. Users can:

    • Access assigned offers only
    • View personal performance metrics
    • Generate tracking links
    • View own conversion history
    • Update profile information
    • Cannot access other users' data
    • Cannot modify offers or system settings

    Granular Permission System

    Beyond role-based access, LogicPulse™ offers 50+ individual permission flags that can be toggled per user, allowing for highly customized access control.

    Permission Categories

    Dashboard Permissions
    • view_dashboard - Access main dashboard
    • view_global_stats - See system-wide metrics
    • view_team_stats - See team performance
    • export_dashboard - Export dashboard as PDF
    User Management Permissions
    • create_user - Add new team members
    • edit_user - Modify user profiles
    • delete_user - Remove users from system
    • assign_manager - Set user managers
    • manage_permissions - Edit user permissions
    • view_user_sessions - See active sessions
    • revoke_sessions - Force logout users
    Offer Management Permissions
    • create_offer - Add new offers
    • edit_offer - Modify offer details
    • delete_offer - Remove offers
    • assign_offers - Assign offers to users
    • view_all_offers - See all system offers
    • view_assigned_offers - See only assigned offers
    Conversion Management Permissions
    • approve_conversions - Approve pending conversions
    • reject_conversions - Reject invalid conversions
    • adjust_conversions - Modify conversion values
    • view_all_conversions - See all conversions
    • view_own_conversions - See personal conversions only
    Financial Permissions
    • view_payroll - Access payroll data
    • generate_invoices - Create payment invoices
    • approve_payments - Authorize payouts
    • view_revenue - See revenue metrics
    • export_financial - Export financial reports
    Reporting Permissions
    • view_click_report - Access click analytics
    • view_conversion_report - Access conversion analytics
    • view_user_report - Access user performance reports
    • view_offer_report - Access offer performance reports
    • export_reports - Download reports as CSV/PDF
    • schedule_reports - Set up automated reports
    Communication Permissions
    • send_notifications - Send in-app notifications
    • send_emails - Send custom emails
    • broadcast_messages - Company-wide announcements
    • manage_templates - Edit email templates
    System Settings Permissions
    • manage_settings - Modify system configuration
    • manage_integrations - Configure API integrations
    • view_audit_logs - Access system audit trail
    • manage_security - Configure security settings

    Permission Inheritance

    Permissions follow a hierarchical inheritance model:

    • Administrator inherits all permissions automatically
    • Admin inherits most operational permissions
    • Sub-Admin inherits basic viewing permissions
    • User has minimal default permissions

    Manager Assignment System

    Users can be assigned to managers, creating accountability chains:

    • Managers see aggregated performance of their team
    • Multi-level management hierarchies supported
    • Manager changes tracked in audit log
    • Managers can be assigned specific permissions for their team

    Permission Enforcement

    Permissions are enforced at multiple levels:

    • UI Level: Menu items and buttons hidden if user lacks permission
    • API Level: Backend validates permissions before executing operations
    • Database Level: Queries filtered based on user access rights
    • File Level: Direct file access blocked without proper permissions

    Security Considerations

    • All permission checks logged for audit purposes
    • Failed permission attempts trigger security alerts
    • Permissions cannot be self-escalated
    • Session-based permission caching with automatic invalidation
    • Regular permission audits recommended quarterly

    Best Practices

    • Follow principle of least privilege - grant minimum necessary permissions
    • Regularly review and audit user permissions
    • Use role templates for consistent permission assignment
    • Document custom permission configurations
    • Test permission changes in staging environment first
    • Maintain separation of duties for financial operations

    Navigation & UI System

    LogicPulse™ features a modern, responsive navigation system designed for efficiency and ease of use across all device types.

    Sidebar Navigation

    The primary navigation sidebar provides quick access to all major system functions with intelligent organization and permission-based rendering.

    Sidebar Features

    • Collapsible Design: Toggle between expanded and collapsed states to maximize screen real estate
    • Lock Mechanism: Pin sidebar open for persistent access or allow auto-collapse on mobile
    • Smart Grouping: Menu items organized by functional area (Dashboard, Users, Offers, Reports, etc.)
    • Icon Support: Visual icons for quick recognition and improved usability
    • Badge Indicators: Notification counts and status badges on relevant menu items
    • Active State Highlighting: Current page clearly indicated with distinct styling

    Dropdown Menus

    Multi-level dropdown menus provide organized access to related functions:

    • Smooth expand/collapse animations
    • Persistent state across page loads
    • Keyboard navigation support (arrow keys, Enter)
    • Touch-friendly tap targets for mobile

    Sidebar Search

    Integrated search functionality allows instant filtering of menu items:

    • Real-time search as you type
    • Fuzzy matching for typo tolerance
    • Highlights matching text
    • Automatically expands relevant dropdowns
    • Keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+K) for quick access

    Top Navigation Bar

    The header navigation bar provides global controls and user account access.

    Header Components

    • Logo/Branding: Company logo with link to dashboard
    • Breadcrumbs: Current location indicator for deep navigation
    • Global Search: System-wide search across offers, users, and content
    • Notifications Bell: Real-time notification dropdown with unread count
    • User Menu: Profile access, settings, and logout
    • Quick Actions: Frequently used functions for rapid access

    Notification Dropdown

    Clicking the notification bell reveals a dropdown with:

    • Recent notifications (last 10)
    • Unread count badge
    • Mark as read/unread controls
    • Link to full notification history
    • Real-time updates via WebSocket
    • Categorized by type (system, conversion, alert)

    Mobile Navigation

    Responsive design ensures optimal navigation on all devices.

    Mobile Menu Behavior

    • Hamburger Icon: Tap to reveal sidebar on mobile devices
    • Overlay Mode: Sidebar slides over content with backdrop
    • Swipe Gestures: Swipe right to open, left to close
    • Auto-Close: Sidebar automatically closes after navigation
    • Touch Optimization: Larger tap targets for easier mobile use

    Responsive Breakpoints

    • Desktop (>1024px): Full sidebar always visible
    • Tablet (768-1024px): Collapsible sidebar with icons
    • Mobile (<768px):< /strong> Hidden sidebar, hamburger menu

    UI Components

    Buttons

    Consistent button styling across the platform:

    • Primary buttons for main actions (Create, Save, Submit)
    • Secondary buttons for alternative actions (Cancel, Back)
    • Danger buttons for destructive actions (Delete, Remove)
    • Loading states with spinner animations
    • Disabled states with reduced opacity

    Forms

    User-friendly form controls with validation:

    • Inline validation with real-time feedback
    • Error messages displayed below fields
    • Required field indicators (*)
    • Placeholder text for guidance
    • Auto-focus on first field
    • Tab order optimization for keyboard navigation

    Tables

    Data tables with advanced features:

    • Sortable columns (click header to sort)
    • Pagination controls with page size selection
    • Column visibility toggles
    • Responsive stacking on mobile
    • Row selection with checkboxes
    • Bulk actions for selected rows
    • Export to CSV/Excel

    Modals

    Overlay dialogs for focused interactions:

    • Centered positioning with backdrop
    • Keyboard shortcuts (Esc to close)
    • Confirmation dialogs for destructive actions
    • Form modals for quick data entry
    • Scrollable content for long forms

    Alerts & Toasts

    Feedback messages for user actions:

    • Success messages (green) for completed actions
    • Error messages (red) for failures
    • Warning messages (yellow) for cautions
    • Info messages (blue) for general information
    • Auto-dismiss after 5 seconds
    • Manual close button

    Accessibility Features

    • ARIA labels for screen readers
    • Keyboard navigation throughout
    • Focus indicators on interactive elements
    • High contrast mode support
    • Semantic HTML structure
    • Alt text for all images

    Dark Mode

    Optional dark theme for reduced eye strain:

    • Toggle in user settings
    • Automatic detection of system preference
    • Smooth transition between themes
    • Optimized color contrast for readability

    Performance Optimization

    • Lazy loading of off-screen content
    • Debounced search inputs
    • Virtualized lists for large datasets
    • Cached navigation state
    • Minified CSS and JavaScript

    Offers Management - Complete Lifecycle

    Comprehensive offer management system enabling creation, assignment, tracking, and optimization of affiliate campaigns.

    Offer Creation

    Create new offers with detailed configuration options:

    • Basic Information: Offer name, description, category, and network
    • Tracking URLs: Primary offer URL with parameter support
    • Payout Configuration: CPA, CPL, or RevShare models with custom rates
    • Targeting Rules: Geographic, device, and demographic restrictions
    • Caps & Limits: Daily/monthly conversion caps, budget limits
    • Schedule: Start/end dates, active hours, timezone settings
    • Creative Assets: Banners, landing pages, promotional materials

    Offer Assignment

    Flexible assignment system for controlling offer access:

    • Assign offers to individual users or entire teams
    • Bulk assignment operations for efficiency
    • Assignment history tracking with audit trail
    • Automatic assignment based on user criteria (role, performance, location)
    • Temporary assignments with expiration dates

    Tracking Link Generation

    Users can generate personalized tracking links with:

    • Automatic user ID insertion
    • Custom sub-ID support (5 levels)
    • UTM parameter preservation
    • Short URL generation for social media
    • QR code generation for offline campaigns
    • Link preview and testing tools

    Offer Performance Tracking

    Real-time performance metrics for each offer:

    • Click volume and trends
    • Conversion count and rate
    • Revenue generated
    • EPC (Earnings Per Click)
    • Top performing users
    • Geographic distribution
    • Device breakdown
    • Time-of-day performance

    Offer Status Management

    Offers can have multiple status states:

    • Active: Currently running and accepting traffic
    • Paused: Temporarily stopped, can be resumed
    • Pending: Scheduled to start in the future
    • Expired: End date reached, no longer active
    • Archived: Historical record, not visible in active lists

    Offer Categories

    Organize offers by category for easier management:

    • E-commerce & Retail
    • Finance & Insurance
    • Health & Wellness
    • Education & Training
    • Travel & Hospitality
    • Technology & Software
    • Gaming & Entertainment
    • Custom categories as needed

    Network Integration

    Connect with major affiliate networks:

    • Automated offer import from network APIs
    • Sync offer status and payout changes
    • Postback URL configuration for conversion tracking
    • Network-specific parameter mapping

    Offer Optimization Tools

    • A/B testing for landing pages
    • Performance comparison reports
    • Automated pause for underperforming offers
    • Conversion rate optimization suggestions
    • Traffic source analysis

    Compliance & Restrictions

    • Geographic restrictions (allow/block countries)
    • Device targeting (mobile, desktop, tablet)
    • Traffic source restrictions
    • Prohibited promotion methods
    • Age and demographic requirements

    Reports & Analytics - Master Guide

    Comprehensive reporting suite providing deep insights into campaign performance, user activity, and revenue metrics.

    Click Reports

    Detailed click-level analytics with granular filtering:

    • Click timestamp and timezone
    • User/affiliate who generated the click
    • Offer clicked
    • Source/referrer information
    • Geographic data (country, city, IP)
    • Device information (type, OS, browser)
    • Sub-IDs (1-5 levels) for campaign tracking
    • Conversion status (converted or not)

    Conversion Reports

    Track conversions with complete attribution data:

    • Conversion timestamp
    • Associated click ID for full attribution
    • Payout amount
    • Conversion status (pending/approved/rejected)
    • Click-to-conversion time (CTIT)
    • Network transaction ID
    • Rejection reason (if applicable)

    User Performance Reports

    Analyze individual and team performance:

    • Total clicks generated
    • Total conversions
    • Conversion rate
    • Total earnings
    • EPC (Earnings Per Click)
    • Top performing offers
    • Activity timeline
    • Comparison vs. team average

    Offer Performance Reports

    Evaluate offer effectiveness:

    • Total clicks received
    • Total conversions
    • Conversion rate
    • Revenue generated
    • Top performing users
    • Geographic performance
    • Device performance
    • Trend analysis over time

    Network Reports

    Track performance by affiliate network:

    • Total offers per network
    • Click volume by network
    • Conversion volume by network
    • Revenue by network
    • Average payout by network
    • Network reliability metrics

    Source/Traffic Reports

    Understand where your traffic originates:

    • Referrer domain analysis
    • Traffic source categorization (social, search, direct, etc.)
    • UTM parameter tracking
    • Campaign performance by source
    • Quality metrics by source

    Advanced Filtering

    Powerful filtering engine for precise data analysis:

    • Date range selection (presets + custom)
    • User/team filtering
    • Offer filtering
    • Network filtering
    • Geographic filtering (country, city)
    • Device filtering (mobile, desktop, tablet)
    • Status filtering (active, paused, etc.)
    • Multiple filter combinations with AND/OR logic

    Data Visualization

    Interactive charts and graphs:

    • Line Charts: Trend analysis over time
    • Bar Charts: Comparative performance
    • Pie Charts: Distribution analysis
    • Heatmaps: Performance intensity visualization
    • Funnel Charts: Conversion path analysis

    Export Capabilities

    Download reports in multiple formats:

    • CSV: For Excel and data analysis tools
    • Excel (XLSX): With formatting and formulas
    • PDF: For presentations and archival
    • Respects current filters and date ranges
    • Includes summary statistics
    • Custom column selection

    Scheduled Reports

    Automate report generation and delivery (roadmap):

    • Daily, weekly, or monthly schedules
    • Email delivery to specified recipients
    • Custom report templates
    • Automatic archival of generated reports

    Real-Time Analytics

    • Live click counter
    • Real-time conversion feed
    • Active users online
    • Current hour/day performance
    • Auto-refresh every 30 seconds

    Notifications System - Full Documentation

    Multi-channel notification system ensuring timely communication across the platform.

    Notification Channels

    In-App Notifications

    Browser-based notifications within the platform:

    • Real-time delivery via WebSocket
    • Notification bell icon with unread count badge
    • Dropdown list showing recent notifications
    • Click to mark as read
    • Link to notification center for full history

    Email Notifications

    Transactional emails via Brevo API:

    • HTML email templates with branding
    • Dynamic content insertion (user name, amounts, etc.)
    • Delivery tracking and open rates
    • Bounce and complaint handling
    • Unsubscribe management

    Browser Push Notifications

    Native browser notifications using Web Push API:

    • VAPID authentication for security
    • Works even when browser tab is closed
    • Click action to navigate to relevant page
    • Icon and badge customization
    • Opt-in permission request

    Mobile Push Notifications (Roadmap)

    Firebase Cloud Messaging integration:

    • iOS and Android support
    • Rich notifications with images
    • Action buttons for quick responses
    • Deep linking to app sections

    Notification Types

    System Notifications

    • Login from new device/location
    • Password changed
    • Account settings updated
    • System maintenance scheduled
    • Security alerts

    Conversion Notifications

    • New conversion received
    • Conversion approved
    • Conversion rejected (with reason)
    • Conversion adjusted
    • Milestone achievements (100th conversion, etc.)

    Financial Notifications

    • Payroll generated
    • Invoice created
    • Payment processed
    • Balance threshold reached
    • Package expiring soon

    Team Notifications

    • New team member added
    • User assigned to you as manager
    • Team performance milestones
    • User status changes

    Offer Notifications

    • New offer assigned
    • Offer status changed (paused, expired)
    • Offer payout updated
    • Offer cap reached

    Notification Preferences

    Users can customize notification delivery per type:

    • Enable/disable in-app notifications
    • Enable/disable email notifications
    • Enable/disable push notifications
    • Granular control per notification type
    • Quiet hours (no notifications during specified times)
    • Digest mode (batch notifications into daily summary)

    Notification Center

    Centralized hub for all notifications:

    • Chronological list of all notifications
    • Filter by type, read/unread status, date
    • Search functionality
    • Bulk actions (mark all as read, delete)
    • Export notification history

    Notification Templates

    Customizable templates for consistent messaging:

    • HTML email templates with placeholders
    • Subject line templates
    • In-app notification message templates
    • Push notification title/body templates
    • Support for multiple languages

    Delivery Tracking

    • Sent timestamp
    • Delivered timestamp
    • Read timestamp
    • Clicked timestamp (for emails)
    • Delivery failures with error codes

    Broadcast Notifications

    Send announcements to multiple users:

    • Company-wide broadcasts
    • Team-specific broadcasts
    • Role-based broadcasts
    • Scheduled broadcasts
    • Priority levels (normal, high, urgent)

    Email Service - Comprehensive Guide

    Enterprise-grade email delivery system powered by Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) API.

    Email Service Overview

    LogicPulse™ uses Brevo's transactional email API for reliable, high-volume email delivery with advanced tracking and analytics.

    Transactional Emails

    Automated emails triggered by system events:

    • Welcome Email: Sent upon successful registration
    • Email Verification: Contains verification code/link
    • Password Reset: Secure password reset link
    • Conversion Notifications: New conversion alerts
    • Payroll Notifications: Invoice and payment alerts
    • Account Alerts: Security and account changes

    Custom Email Campaigns

    Send custom emails to users or teams:

    • Rich HTML email composer
    • Recipient selection (individual, team, role-based)
    • Subject line and preview text
    • Attachment support
    • Send immediately or schedule for later
    • Save as draft for later editing

    Email Templates

    Pre-designed templates for consistency:

    • Branded header and footer
    • Responsive design for mobile devices
    • Dynamic variable insertion ({{user_name}}, {{amount}}, etc.)
    • Template versioning and history
    • A/B testing capabilities

    Template Variables

    Dynamic placeholders for personalization:

    • {{user_name}} - Recipient's name
    • {{user_email}} - Recipient's email
    • {{company_name}} - Your company name
    • {{amount}} - Financial amounts
    • {{offer_name}} - Offer details
    • {{date}} - Current date
    • {{verification_code}} - Security codes
    • Custom variables as needed

    Email Delivery Settings

    • From Name: Sender display name
    • From Email: Sender email address
    • Reply-To: Email for replies
    • BCC: Blind carbon copy recipients
    • Priority: Normal or high priority

    Brevo API Configuration

    Settings managed in system configuration:

    • API key authentication
    • Sender email verification
    • Daily sending limits
    • Webhook configuration for events
    • IP warmup settings for new accounts

    Email Analytics

    Track email performance:

    • Sent: Total emails sent
    • Delivered: Successfully delivered
    • Opened: Unique opens with open rate
    • Clicked: Link clicks with click rate
    • Bounced: Hard and soft bounces
    • Complained: Spam complaints
    • Unsubscribed: Opt-out requests

    Email History

    Complete log of all sent emails:

    • Recipient information
    • Subject line
    • Send timestamp
    • Delivery status
    • Open and click tracking
    • Search and filter capabilities
    • Export to CSV

    Bounce Handling

    • Hard Bounces: Permanent delivery failures (invalid email)
    • Soft Bounces: Temporary failures (mailbox full)
    • Automatic suppression of hard bounced emails
    • Retry logic for soft bounces
    • Bounce notification to administrators

    Unsubscribe Management

    • One-click unsubscribe links in emails
    • Preference center for granular control
    • Automatic suppression list management
    • Compliance with CAN-SPAM and GDPR

    Email Limits & Quotas

    • Daily sending limit based on Brevo plan
    • Rate limiting to prevent spam flags
    • Queue management for high-volume sends
    • Automatic throttling during peak times

    Best Practices

    • Maintain clean email lists
    • Use double opt-in for new subscribers
    • Personalize emails with recipient data
    • Test emails before sending to large lists
    • Monitor deliverability metrics
    • Respect unsubscribe requests immediately

    Fraud Detection & Security - Complete System

    Multi-layered security architecture protecting against fraud, unauthorized access, and data breaches.

    Fraud Detection System

    Real-Time Risk Scoring

    Every click is analyzed using 50+ data points:

    • IP reputation and geolocation
    • Device fingerprint uniqueness
    • User-agent analysis
    • Referrer validation
    • Click velocity patterns
    • Time-of-day anomalies
    • Geographic consistency
    • Behavioral patterns

    IP Intelligence

    • Proxy detection (transparent, anonymous, elite)
    • VPN detection
    • Tor exit node identification
    • Datacenter IP detection
    • IP reputation scoring
    • Geolocation verification
    • ISP identification

    Device Fingerprinting

    Unique device identification using:

    • Canvas fingerprinting
    • WebGL fingerprinting
    • Audio context fingerprinting
    • Screen resolution and color depth
    • Installed fonts detection
    • Browser plugins and extensions
    • Timezone and language settings
    • Hardware concurrency (CPU cores)

    Behavioral Analysis

    • Click velocity (clicks per minute)
    • Session duration patterns
    • Mouse movement tracking
    • Keyboard interaction patterns
    • Scroll behavior analysis
    • Time-to-click metrics

    Conversion Fraud Detection

    • Duplicate conversion prevention
    • Click-to-conversion time analysis
    • Conversion velocity monitoring
    • Attribution fraud detection
    • Click injection identification
    • Install hijacking detection

    Authentication Security

    Password Security

    • Bcrypt hashing with adaptive cost factor
    • Minimum password strength requirements
    • Password history (prevent reuse)
    • Forced password rotation (optional)
    • Secure password reset flow

    Session Management

    • Secure session tokens (httpOnly, secure flags)
    • Session timeout after inactivity
    • Device fingerprinting for session validation
    • Geographic session validation
    • Concurrent session limits
    • Session revocation capabilities

    Two-Factor Authentication (Roadmap)

    • TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password)
    • SMS verification codes
    • Email verification codes
    • Backup codes for account recovery

    Application Security

    SQL Injection Prevention

    • Prepared statements throughout codebase
    • Parameterized queries only
    • Input validation and sanitization
    • Database user with minimal privileges

    Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Prevention

    • Output encoding for all user input
    • Content Security Policy (CSP) headers
    • HTML sanitization for rich text
    • JavaScript escaping in templates

    Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Protection

    • CSRF tokens on all state-changing operations
    • SameSite cookie attribute
    • Referer validation
    • Double-submit cookie pattern

    Rate Limiting

    • Login attempt limiting (prevent brute force)
    • API request rate limiting
    • Password reset request limiting
    • Email sending rate limiting
    • IP-based and user-based limits

    Data Security

    Encryption

    • HTTPS/TLS for all connections
    • Database encryption at rest (optional)
    • Encrypted backups
    • Sensitive data field-level encryption

    Data Privacy

    • GDPR compliance features
    • Data retention policies
    • Right to be forgotten (data deletion)
    • Data export capabilities
    • Privacy policy and terms acceptance tracking

    Audit Logging

    • All administrative actions logged
    • User authentication events
    • Permission changes
    • Financial transactions
    • Data modifications
    • Failed access attempts
    • Tamper-proof log storage

    Security Monitoring

    • Real-time security alerts
    • Anomaly detection
    • Failed login monitoring
    • Unusual activity patterns
    • Security dashboard for administrators

    Compliance

    • GDPR compliance
    • CCPA compliance
    • PCI DSS considerations (if handling payments)
    • SOC 2 readiness
    • Regular security audits

    Payroll & Package Management

    Comprehensive financial management system for calculating payouts, generating invoices, and managing user subscriptions.

    Payroll System

    Automated Payroll Calculation

    Generate payroll based on approved conversions:

    • Select date range for payroll period
    • Automatic calculation of earnings per user
    • Support for multiple payout models (CPA, CPL, RevShare)
    • Adjustments for bonuses, deductions, withholdings
    • Tax calculation support (roadmap)

    Invoice Generation

    • Unique invoice numbers
    • Detailed line items (conversions, adjustments)
    • Subtotal, deductions, and net payout
    • PDF export for distribution
    • Customizable invoice templates
    • Company branding and logo

    Payment Status Tracking

    Invoices progress through status workflow:

    • Open: Generated but not finalized
    • Finalized: Locked and ready for payment
    • Paid: Payment processed
    • Cancelled: Invoice voided

    Adjustments

    Manual adjustments to payroll:

    • Bonuses: Performance bonuses, referral bonuses
    • Deductions: Chargebacks, penalties, fees
    • Withholdings: Tax withholdings, advance repayments
    • Adjustment reason and notes
    • Audit trail for all adjustments

    Payroll Reports

    • Payroll summary by period
    • Individual user earnings reports
    • Payment history
    • Outstanding balances
    • Tax reporting (roadmap)
    • Export to accounting software

    Package Management

    User Packages/Subscriptions

    Assign packages to users for access control:

    • Package name and description
    • Start and end dates
    • Automatic expiration
    • Renewal options (manual or automatic)
    • Package-specific permissions

    Package Types

    • Free Trial: Limited-time free access
    • Basic: Entry-level package
    • Pro: Advanced features
    • Enterprise: Full access
    • Custom packages as needed

    Package Expiry Management

    • Automated expiry checking (cron job)
    • Email reminders before expiration (7 days, 3 days, 1 day)
    • Automatic account suspension on expiry
    • Grace period configuration
    • Renewal notifications

    Wallet System

    Track user balances and payouts:

    • Current balance
    • Pending earnings (unapproved conversions)
    • Total lifetime earnings
    • Withdrawal history
    • Minimum payout threshold

    Payment Methods (Roadmap)

    • Bank transfer (ACH, wire)
    • PayPal
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Check/cheque
    • Payment method preferences per user

    Financial Reporting

    • Profit & Loss statements
    • Cash flow analysis
    • Revenue by offer/network
    • Payout liability tracking
    • Budget vs. actual reports

    Tools Suite - Complete Reference

    Utility tools for campaign management, testing, and optimization.

    IP Lookup Tool

    Comprehensive IP address intelligence:

    • Geographic location (country, region, city)
    • ISP and organization
    • Proxy/VPN detection
    • Tor exit node detection
    • Datacenter IP detection
    • IP reputation score
    • Reverse DNS lookup
    • ASN (Autonomous System Number)

    URL Encoder/Decoder

    • Encode special characters for URLs
    • Decode URL-encoded strings
    • Batch encoding/decoding
    • Copy to clipboard functionality

    Link Testing Tool

    Test tracking links before deployment:

    • Click simulation
    • Redirect chain visualization
    • Response time measurement
    • HTTP status code checking
    • Parameter preservation verification
    • Mobile vs. desktop testing
    • Screenshot capture of landing page

    Image Upload & Management

    • Upload banners and creatives
    • Image resizing and optimization
    • CDN integration for fast delivery
    • Image library with search
    • Bulk upload capabilities

    QR Code Generator

    • Generate QR codes for tracking links
    • Customizable size and error correction
    • Logo embedding
    • Download as PNG/SVG
    • Batch generation

    Short URL Generator

    • Create short, branded URLs
    • Custom alias support
    • Click tracking on short URLs
    • Expiration dates
    • Password protection (optional)

    Conversion Simulator

    Test postback integration:

    • Simulate conversion postbacks
    • Test parameter mapping
    • Verify conversion recording
    • Debug postback issues

    Bulk Operations

    • Bulk user import (CSV)
    • Bulk offer assignment
    • Bulk email sending
    • Bulk status updates

    Technology Stack & Infrastructure

    Modern, robust technology foundation powering LogicPulse™.

    Backend Technologies

    • PHP 8+: Server-side programming language
    • MySQL 5.7+: Relational database management
    • Composer: Dependency management
    • PDO: Database abstraction layer
    • Prepared Statements: SQL injection prevention

    Frontend Technologies

    • HTML5: Semantic markup
    • CSS3: Modern styling with Tailwind-inspired utilities
    • Vanilla JavaScript: No framework dependencies
    • AJAX: Asynchronous data loading
    • WebSocket: Real-time communication

    Third-Party Integrations

    • Brevo API: Transactional email delivery
    • Web Push API: Browser notifications
    • Firebase (Optional): Mobile push notifications
    • IP Intelligence APIs: Fraud detection
    • Payment Gateways (Roadmap): PayPal, Stripe

    Architecture Patterns

    • MVC Pattern: Separation of concerns
    • Service Layer: Business logic encapsulation
    • Repository Pattern: Data access abstraction
    • Dependency Injection: Loose coupling
    • Event-Driven: Asynchronous processing

    Security Technologies

    • Bcrypt: Password hashing
    • HTTPS/TLS: Encrypted connections
    • CSRF Tokens: Request forgery prevention
    • Content Security Policy: XSS mitigation
    • Rate Limiting: Brute force protection

    Development Tools

    • Git: Version control
    • PHPUnit: Unit testing
    • Xdebug: Debugging and profiling
    • ESLint: JavaScript linting
    • Prettier: Code formatting

    Server Requirements

    • PHP 8.0 or higher
    • MySQL 5.7 or higher (or MariaDB 10.2+)
    • Apache or Nginx web server
    • mod_rewrite enabled (Apache)
    • SSL certificate for HTTPS
    • Minimum 2GB RAM
    • Minimum 10GB storage

    Scalability Features

    • Stateless application design
    • Database connection pooling
    • Query optimization and indexing
    • CDN integration for static assets
    • Horizontal scaling support
    • Load balancer compatibility

    Performance Optimization

    • Lazy loading
    • Code minification
    • Gzip compression
    • Browser caching
    • Database query caching
    • Asynchronous processing

    Settings & Configuration - Master Guide

    Comprehensive system configuration for administrators.

    General Settings

    • Company Name: Your organization name
    • Company Logo: Branding for emails and invoices
    • Timezone: Default system timezone
    • Date Format: MM/DD/YYYY or DD/MM/YYYY
    • Currency: Default currency symbol and code
    • Language: System language (roadmap)

    Email Configuration

    • Brevo API Key: Authentication for email service
    • Sender Name: Default "From" name
    • Sender Email: Default "From" email address
    • Reply-To Email: Email for user replies
    • Email Templates: Customize transactional emails

    Notification Settings

    • VAPID Keys: Web Push authentication
    • Firebase Config: Mobile push setup (optional)
    • Default Preferences: New user notification defaults
    • Notification Retention: How long to keep notifications

    Security Settings

    • Session Timeout: Inactivity logout time
    • Password Policy: Minimum length, complexity requirements
    • Login Attempts: Max failed attempts before lockout
    • IP Whitelist: Restrict admin access to specific IPs
    • 2FA Enforcement: Require two-factor auth (roadmap)

    Fraud Detection Settings

    • Risk Threshold: Auto-reject clicks above this score
    • Proxy Detection: Enable/disable proxy blocking
    • VPN Detection: Enable/disable VPN blocking
    • Datacenter IPs: Block datacenter traffic
    • Click Velocity Limit: Max clicks per minute per user

    Conversion Settings

    • Auto-Approval: Automatically approve low-risk conversions
    • Approval Threshold: Risk score for auto-approval
    • Duplicate Window: Time window for duplicate detection
    • Conversion Expiry: Max time between click and conversion

    Payroll Settings

    • Minimum Payout: Minimum balance for withdrawal
    • Payment Schedule: Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly
    • Payment Methods: Available payout options
    • Tax Settings: Withholding rates (roadmap)

    Dashboard Preferences

    • Default Date Range: Initial dashboard date range
    • Refresh Interval: Auto-refresh frequency
    • KPI Visibility: Which metrics to display
    • Chart Types: Preferred visualization styles

    API Configuration

    • API Keys: Generate and manage API keys
    • Webhook URLs: Configure outgoing webhooks
    • Rate Limits: API request throttling
    • IP Restrictions: Limit API access by IP

    Session Management

    • Active Sessions: View all logged-in users
    • Session Details: IP, device, location, login time
    • Revoke Sessions: Force logout specific users
    • Concurrent Limits: Max simultaneous sessions per user

    Backup & Maintenance

    • Automated Backups: Schedule database backups
    • Backup Retention: How long to keep backups
    • Maintenance Mode: Temporarily disable site access
    • System Health: Monitor server resources

    Audit Logs

    • Log Retention: How long to keep audit logs
    • Log Level: Verbosity of logging
    • Export Logs: Download logs for analysis
    • Log Search: Find specific events