The 15% Lift
Guarantee
If you don't see at least 15% improvement in search visibility within 6 months, we refund 100% of your payments.
No questions. No hassle. No fine print.
94% of our customers see 15%+ improvement in 4 months or less. We're that confident you'll be in that group.
How It Works
Three simple steps to better search visibility—completely risk-free.
Start ASO
Choose any tier. Pay monthly. No annual contract.
We Work Together
We optimize your search presence. You see weekly progress reports.
Results or Refund
After 6 months, if you haven't improved by 15%, we refund every penny you paid.
Simple as that.
Three Ways to Qualify
You need to see 15% improvement in ANY ONE of these metrics:
VVS Score Example
- • Starting VVS: 58/100
- • After 6 months: 73/100
- • +15 points = Guarantee met ✓
Traffic Example
- • Starting: 1,000 visits/month
- • After 6 months: 1,150+ visits
- • +15% = Guarantee met ✓
Rankings Example
- • Starting: 20 keywords tracked
- • 3 improve significantly
- • 15% of 20 = Guarantee met ✓
Improvement in ANY ONE metric qualifies. You don't need all three.
The 6-Month Journey
Here's exactly what happens from day one to guarantee evaluation.
Month 1: Baseline & Setup
Week 1: Initial VVS calculation. Week 2: Technical audit. Week 3: Strategy finalized. Week 4: First optimizations live. → Baseline established
Month 2-3: Foundation Building
Weekly optimizations, content improvements, technical fixes, and bi-weekly progress reports. → Early improvements visible
Month 4: Measurement Point
Midpoint VVS calculation, traffic analysis, ranking assessment, and strategy refinement if needed. → Most customers see 15%+ by now
Month 5-6: Acceleration
Double down on what's working, advanced optimizations, and final push. → Final measurement
Month 6: Guarantee Check
Final VVS calculation, full traffic analysis, complete ranking report, and guarantee evaluation. If 15% not met: Refund processed within 5 business days. You keep all work. No hard feelings.
Full Terms (No Fine Print)
Radical transparency. Everything you need to know about the guarantee.
Who Qualifies
- Any ASO customer (Foundation, Accelerate, or Dominate)
- Who completes 6 months of service
- Who implements at least 80% of recommendations
- Whose website doesn't change fundamentally (rebrand, new domain)
Who Doesn't Qualify
- Customers who cancel before 6 months
- Customers who don't implement recommendations
- Businesses that rebrand or change domains mid-period
- Websites with major technical issues we can't control (hosting down, hacked)
How We Measure
- • VVS Score: Our platform calculation
- • Traffic: Google Analytics 4
- • Rankings: Third-party tracking
- • All data exportable for verification
Measurement Timing
- • Baseline: End of Week 1
- • Midpoint: End of Month 4
- • Final: End of Month 6
- • Request within 14 days of final
Refund Process
- • Request within 14 days
- • We verify together
- • Refunded within 5 business days
- • Full amount to original payment
What You Keep
- All optimized content
- All technical improvements
- All reports and data
- The website (if we built one)
- Everything we did
- No clawbacks. Ever.
“We're not trying to claw back value. If we didn't deliver, you shouldn't pay. Period.”
Why We're Willing to Guarantee
We don't make promises lightly. Here's why we can stand behind this guarantee.
Our Data
We've run 50+ pilots and paid accounts. 94% hit 15%+ improvement in 4 months or less. The 6% who didn't: 2 canceled early, 1 didn't implement recommendations.
Our Methodology
VVS isn't guesswork. It's math. When we identify gaps and you close them, visibility improves. It's predictable.
Our Incentives
We'd rather refund a few customers than trap unhappy ones. Long-term relationships > short-term revenue.
Our Pride
We're good at this. If we weren't, we wouldn't offer the guarantee. Simple as that.
Historical Results
| Metric | Average | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| VVS Improvement | +24 points | +41 points |
| Traffic Increase | +34% | +67% |
| Keywords Improved | +28% | +52% |
| Time to 15% | 3.2 months | 1.8 months |
Your results may vary. But these are real numbers from real customers.
If You Need to Claim the Guarantee
No guilt. No pressure. No retention tactics. Just a simple process.
1. Contact Us
Email support@thalamus.ai with subject: “Guarantee Claim - [Your Company]”
2. Review Together
30-minute call to review baseline, final measurements, and what was implemented.
3. Quick Decision
Within 48 hours, we confirm if guarantee applies and explain why or process refund.
4. Refund Processed
Full refund to original payment method within 5 business days. Confirmation email sent.
5. You Keep Everything
All work remains yours. No clawbacks. No hard feelings.
“No guilt. No pressure. No retention tactics. If we didn't deliver, you get your money back.”
How Our Guarantee Compares
See how Thalamus stacks up against the competition.
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Why 15% and not 50%?
15% is significant business impact (thousands in revenue). It's achievable with our methodology. It's honest—not hype.
Why 6 months and not 30 days?
Real optimization takes time. 30-day guarantees are marketing gimmicks. 6 months proves sustainable growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We've got answers.
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Choose the tier that's right for you. All include our 15% lift guarantee.
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- Most popular guarantee tier
- Premium website included
- Free trial available
Go All In
- Maximum guarantee protection
- Fastest results typically
- Dedicated account manager
6 months to see 15% improvement or your money back.
94% of customers see results in 4 months.
What do you have to lose?