Rebate rewards based on points consumed rather than purchased effective January 1, 2026
Why this matters: Directly alters rebate calculation structure, which can reduce partner rebate earnings if purchased points go unconsumed.
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Effective January 1, 2026, WatchGuard changed its WatchGuardONE rebate calculation methodology. Rebates will now be based on points consumed within WatchGuard Cloud rather than points purchased. This affects Silver, Gold, and Platinum tier partners.
What changed
- Rebate calculation basis shifted from points purchased to points consumed in WatchGuard Cloud, effective January 1, 2026.
- Change applies to Silver, Gold, and Platinum WatchGuardONE partner tiers.
- Partners who purchase but do not fully consume points will no longer receive rebate credit for unconsumed points.
- WatchGuard Cloud consumption activity becomes the primary metric for rebate eligibility.
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