User-Submitted Referral Code/Link Requests & Updates

scotty on 08/04/2014 - 10:16
Last edited 16/01/2022 - 11:25 by 5 other users
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Original Post

This morning we pushed out a new user-submitted referral changes. This is an update to the previous attempt in 2012. Problem with the previous one is that it's difficult to add new stores that support referral benefits, and the feature ended up only supporting GreenManGaming and not being used much by our users here. What happened afterwards were wiki pages created for each online shop. Yes it's an interesting use of the wiki pages, but

  • Not a good idea to let any member to be able to edit everyone's code.
  • Free-form might not be the most ideal format, and hard to police everyone to edit in the same format.
  • The list is ordered rather than randomised.

What we have done now is having a single place for you to put in all your referral codes. Go to your Settings page and click on the referrals tab. You should be presented with a list of "stores" that we currently have referral support. For the comprehensive list of stores / products supported, please go to the referral wiki page.

New ones should be easily added as well if the method of referral is via a referral link (i.e. unique URL per referrer). Feel free to submit new ones in the comments. I need

  • The URL format for the referral link
  • Instructions to get the referral link
  • Benefit for the referrers and referees.

Another reminder that Affiliate Links and Referral Links are different and we do not allow affiliate links here on OzBargain.

Once a referral system has been set up for that domain, for every deal posted to that domain, a grey box will appear below the content and above the Share buttons containing a randomised referral link AND OP's referral link (if OP has submitted one for that domain and the deal has hit the front page vote minimum - updated 9/5/16). The benefits for the referrers and referees are also shown so people know what they (and you) are getting. For example this Amaysim offer I submitted. In this case including your own referral link and link to wiki becomes redundant.

Yes this is still in beta and needs improvement. Some potential issues / possible improvements:

  • Since you do not really need to put referral link in your content, you can submit deals with your link in the referral box without the deal being marked as "referral post". This might lead to abuse of people posting excessive deals from the stores offering referral. I shall look at ways to prevent it. I don't want to mark them as referral post at the moment because previously submitter can pick and choose whether to include his/her referral link. Now it's always included. 9/5/16 Update: Your deal must hit the front page vote minimum (currently 30) to show. This was previously 5, before being changed to the front page vote minimum.

  • Referral-code / coupon-code type referrals are not yet supported. For example Budget Direct, Rabobank, etc. We can potentially generate a popup containing the code when people click on "OP" or "random".

  • A good idea to let people pick and choose? For example some people might not want to use OP's referral link, not a random one either but from a list of friends.

So here it is. Give it a try guys! I will start removing some of the wiki pages later today. Meanwhile, please leave feedback in the comments.

If your comment is automatically unpublished due to the referral link, do not worry, moderators can still see it and will republish it before replying.

Site Discussion

Comments

    • Moderatorneil on 03/01/2019 - 15:59

      That's been added. Shping

  • brisdaz on 31/12/2018 - 17:05

    Belong Referral Link Suggestion to reduce friction

    For the Belong referral can we have a direct link to the referral page instead of a coupon code which is harder to remember to do and complete. IT just makes it less friction. So instead of displaying XYZ code it should link to https://www.belong.com.au/iaf?promo=XYZ

    See https://imgur.com/a/bzXojHk example screenshot (without my referral link).

  • brisdaz on 31/12/2018 - 17:16

    Just to clarify I didn't post a valid referral link in the comments but an example. I can't access my comments and am waiting for moderators to republish it as it doesn't break the rules.

    EDIT: However there has been previous discussion here so perhaps best to remain unpublished but please for the right reason and not slandering me for posting an example referral link that doesn't work. Hopefully any automatic penalties are removed.

  • seanbaussie on 31/12/2018 - 18:14

    I've just started using shping and my referral link is https://www.shping.com/mobile/invite.html?invitation_code=xx…
    Shping is an app that allows users to Scan barcodes, upload photos, write reviews and more to earn Shping Coins which are then exchangeable for money (or bitcoin etc). The referral gives the referrer and referee each 1,000 shping points which is equal to approximately 50 cents at current rate.

    • Moderatorneil on 03/01/2019 - 15:58

      That's been added. Shping

  • DrAlco on 04/01/2019 - 09:10

    Can we add www.NewsDemon.com to the referral system?

    The referral offer is:
    "Earn a free month of service for every new customer you refer to Newsdemon.com!

    Simply refer all your friends and colleagues to the link below and if they sign up for a new account, we will automatically credit your account for one free month!"

    Referral URL format:
    https://www.newsdemon.com/?ref={referralcode}

    My referral url:
    https://www.newsdemon.com/?ref=xxxxxxxx (8 numbers)

    • Moderatorneil on 17/01/2019 - 17:04

      That's been added. Newsdemon

  • Ms Bargainer on 07/01/2019 - 12:27

    Please add Romwe to the referral codes.

    The URL format for the referral link:
    https://au.romwe.com/user/auth/login?invited_toke=(referral code)

    Instructions to get the referral link:
    -Click ‘Share & Earn ’ to copy link.
    -Friends must register on Romwe through your shared link and place an order.
    -Reward points will be sent to your personal account within six hours after the new registrant’s order has been shipped. You can view it in MY ACCOUNT - MY POINTS, and we’ll notify you by email.
    -100 points = US$1. You may pay up to 70% of your purchase with reward points (except for shipping costs and insurance). Points can be used in conjunction with coupons and are valid for three months.

    Benefit for referrers:
    1~3 successful invitations = 500 points for each one
    4+ successful invitations = 800 points for each one

    Benefit for referees:
    Friends receive exclusive coupons.

    • Moderatorneil on 31/01/2019 - 00:54

      Romwe has been banned for the last 8 years. I've now unbanned it but until there is a deal posted for them, we're going to hold off on adding them to the referral system.

  • voteoften on 07/01/2019 - 13:20

    Can we add a referral for exibuy.com

    Both parties get $20 off their next purchase. Must be the first order for the referee. I received this link when I placed an order with exibuy.

    https://www.talkable.com/x/XXXXXX

    • Moderatorneil on 05/02/2019 - 16:24

      You wrote exibuy but I'm assuming you mean EziBuy? According to their referral page it's 25% off/25% off. Please confirm.

  • voteoften on 07/01/2019 - 13:24

    You can also get a referral link by going to the main page. Down at the bottom, there is a quick link section. There is a referral link where a user can generate a link

    Thank you

  • Meals on 08/01/2019 - 13:09

    Can you please add www.missguidedau.com to the referral system?

    The referral offer is:
    "Get your BFF’s shopping at Missguided and they'll get $20 off their first order. Once they've shopped we'll give you $20 off too. New stuff for everyone!"

    Referral URL format:
    https://missguided.mention-me.com/m/ol/{referralcode}

    My referral url:
    https://www.newsdemon.com/?ref=xxxxx-{firstname}-{lastname}

    Thank you!

  • crazyj on 10/01/2019 - 15:02
    +1

    'Bicycle NSW' please

    https://bicyclensw.org.au/membership-referral-program

    Bicycle NSW Membership Referral Program
    Welcome to the Bicycle NSW membership referral program! As a loyal member, you can share the unique referral code below with a friend. Your friend will receive $10 off a new Bicycle NSW Membership, and you will save $10 off your next Renewal.
    Your unique referral code: XXXXX

    Current number of referrals: x

    Maximum number per year: 10

    This appears to be credit against next renewal. That works out ok, as membership renews in July each year, so joining up prior, one would only pay pro-rata.

    • Moderatorneil on 31/01/2019 - 17:29

      That's been added. Bicycle NSW

    • Moderatorneil on 31/07/2023 - 17:56

      Bicycle NSW disabled due to no one in the referral system.

  • hashtagbargain on 14/01/2019 - 10:07
    +1

    Referrals to the "Lets ride" app:

    Users can be referred while installing this app to get one free ride. The referral code is a six character code. This can be updated in the referral section of the user profile in Ozbargain.

    Offer valid on both the iOS and Google Play store apps.

    Thanks!

    • Moderatorneil on 22/01/2019 - 17:01

      That's been added. Ride on

  • yoyo6 on 16/01/2019 - 08:31

    I have two amex cards but the system is only letting me post a referral for one of the cards. Am I able to do both?

    • Moderatormoocher on 16/01/2019 - 15:46

      You should have two different referral links for each card, just enter the right one against each card.

      • Moderatormoocher on 16/01/2019 - 16:02

        It looks like you've already done that anyway.

  • Bob81 on 17/01/2019 - 13:09

    Hi OzBargain Team,

    Not sure if you're aware, but there's a new cashback company called Ker-Ching! https://www.kerching.com.au/ that's been around for a few months now.

    Could we please get them added to the [user]->edit->referrals links?

    Thanks!

    • Bob81 on 31/01/2019 - 18:42
      +1

      Moderators? Any chance of getting this done?

      • Moderatorneil on 05/02/2019 - 16:34

        Just FYI, we respond in the order of the when the comment was made.

        What does the referrer and/or referee get with Ker-Ching!?

        • Bob81 on 07/02/2019 - 17:50

          Hi Neil,

          Thanks for letting me know about the response order. I wasn't aware.

          Both the referrer and referee get $10 each.

          • Moderatorneil on 07/02/2019 - 18:11

            @Bob81: What do the links look like?

            • Bob81 on 08/02/2019 - 14:42

              @neil: Hmm… This maybe a problem as their referral codes are just codes with no links, you just add the code when you sign up…

              Here's a copy of the referral e-mail:

              Take a look at this great website, you can earn CASHBACK just by shopping at your favourite retailers through Ker-ching!
              Over 1,000 Retailers are also offering great discounts on everyday essentials.
              Retailers like: Asos, The Iconic, Groupon, Woolworth’s, BWS, eBay, Vodafone, UberEats to name but a few and they are all paying you to shop.
              No obligation and it’s FREE to join. It sounds crazy but it’s true, take a look.
              Plus you will earn $5.00 straight away for joining with this referral code, and another $5.00 when you make your first purchase.
              Don’t forget to enter this referral code [8 DIGIT HEX VALUE] when you go to join at www.kerching.com.au “where it pays to shop”

              • Moderatorneil on 08/02/2019 - 23:09

                @Bob81: That's been added. Our system can handle codes. Ker-ching!

                • Bob81 on 11/02/2019 - 14:55

                  @neil: Great work! Thanks Neil.

  • nwbort on 18/01/2019 - 17:59
    +1

    Todoist please. https://todoist.com

    Format
    https://todoist.com/r/XXXXXXXX

    Instructions
    Navigate to https://todoist.com/refer (login if necessary).

    Benefit for referrers: 2 months free (up to 12 months free maximum over any rolling 365 day period)
    Benefit for referees: none :(

    • Moderatorneil on 05/02/2019 - 16:37

      That's been added. Todoist

  • Ms Bargainer on 21/01/2019 - 18:22

    Please add Velocity.

    The URL format for the referral link:
    https://www.velocityfrequentflyer.com/content/JoinVelocity/i…

    Instructions to get the referral link:
    Sent in email.

    Benefit for the referrers and referees:
    The first 20 referrals who join using your unique link and earn 50 Points, by 30 April 2019, will each get you 1,000 Points*. Plus,they'll also receive 2,000 Points when they earn at least 50 Points to help get them started^.

    Terms and Conditions

    *Velocity Member Get Member’ Offer Terms and Conditions – Referrer
    The referee bonus Velocity Points offer is only available to referees who are new Velocity members who have joined between 21 January 2019 and 31 March 2019.

    For both the referrer and the referee to be eligible to receive their respective offers, the referee must:
    a. join Velocity between 21 January 2019 and 31 March 2019 using the unique referral link provided; and
    b. complete an Eligible Earn Transaction (as defined in the Offer Terms and Conditions - Referee), (being a Qualifying Referee).
    The total amount of Velocity Points you (referrer) may receive under the ‘Velocity Member Get Member’ offer is 1,000 Velocity Points per Qualifying Referee, capped at 20,000 Velocity Points per referrer (Referrer Offer). This means that you (referrer) can only earn Velocity Points from a maximum of twenty (20) Qualifying Referees that join using your referral link and meet the Eligible Earn Transaction criteria.

    If you refer a friend or family member and they are a Qualifying Referee, that person will be eligible to receive 2,000 bonus Velocity Points, subject to the Offer Terms and Conditions - Referee.

    Please allow up to 6 weeks after a Qualifying Referee has completed an Eligible Earn Transaction for the bonus Velocity Points for the Referrer Offer to be awarded to your Velocity account, and for the bonus Velocity Points for the Qualifying Referee offer to be awarded to their Velocity account.

    Velocity Terms and Conditions

    ^Velocity Member Get Member’ Offer Terms and Conditions – Referee
    If you have previously joined Velocity you will not be eligible to receive this Offer.

    Eligible Earn Transaction
    An Eligible Earn Transaction means you must earn a minimum of 50 Velocity Points between 21 January 2019 and 30 April 2019 (Earn Period) and these Points must be credited to your Velocity membership account by 31 July 2019.

    • Moderatorneil on 22/01/2019 - 13:56

      That was added yesterday and retains the same links as the last promotion. So if you put it in there last time then nothing needed to do. Velocity Freq Flyer.

  • AKJJ on 25/01/2019 - 14:33

    Can you please add AussieBroadband to the referral list?

    Referral links look like: www.aussiebroadband.com.au/nbn-signup/?rc=XXXX

    Website says the referee and referrer gets a $50 credit after signup, but I was told on the phone twice the referrer gets $100, so will be double checking with them in a few weeks!

    • Moderatorneil on 25/01/2019 - 14:43

      This has been asked numerous times.

      Aussie Broadband requested us to not have themselves in the referral system as of July '17 and we have honoured that request.

  • Zippy135 on 26/01/2019 - 15:51

    Can you please add Ettitude to the referral list?
    www.ettitude.com.au

    Referral links look like: http://fbuy.me/lH6aV

    Referee receives $25 off their first purchase over $100.
    Referrer receives $25
    Thanks

  • Zippy135 on 26/01/2019 - 16:00

    Not sure if this is something you can add as everyone can get a free months trail however, if you use the referral link, the referrer will also get a free month.
    www.mubi.com

    Referral link looks like: https://mubi.com/t/web/global/xxxx

    Thanks

    • Moderatorneil on 04/02/2019 - 16:19

      That's been added. MUBI

  • 0FoxGiven on 30/01/2019 - 13:26

    Please update the LIFX referral format to : https://a.marsello.com/l/<UniqueCOde>

    Currently the referral sections has it in the following format : https://first.collectapps.io/Portal/Custom/GetCoupon/<Unique…

    • Moderatorneil on 05/02/2019 - 00:37

      The old format still seems to work but redirects to app.marsello.com/Portal/Custom/GetCoupon/xxx.

      If I change to https://a.marsello.com/l/xxx, it doesn't seem to work. What's your new full referral link? Do you happen to have the old referral link as well?

  • itsfree on 02/02/2019 - 06:22

    I just tried visiting a Cudo referral link, but it gave a 404. Looks like they killed their referral program.

    • Moderatorneil on 02/02/2019 - 11:48

      Thanks. Don't see the refer a friend in my account anymore. Have removed.

  • non-core promise on 08/02/2019 - 18:04

    The URL format for the referral link:
    https://secure.runescape.com/m=friend-referral/?ref=[]

    Benefit for the referrers and referees:

    Each time one of your recruited friends becomes a member for the first time, you'll receive 7 days of membership completely free and both get a +10% XP bonus for the first week!

    You'll also earn bonus XP from each friend you recruit. Whenever they obtain XP in-game, you'll collect 5% of whatever they earn on top of your own XP. As your friend becomes higher level and earns greater XP with every action, so will you!

    What's more, when you and your recruited friends are on the same world and nearby, you'll earn an additional 5% in the form of teamwork bonus XP! There has never been a better time to bring your friends to RuneScape!

    Please note: Bonus XP will not be awarded to any account that is in Ironman mode.

    Instructions to get the referral link:
    Go to http://services.runescape.com/m=friend-referral/splash.ws and click "Recruit Friends Now!"

    • Moderatorneil on 10/02/2019 - 23:54

      That's been added. Runescape

  • itsfree on 09/02/2019 - 17:08

    Mobvoi has killed their referral program

    • Moderatorscrimshaw on 11/02/2019 - 03:30

      Referrals now disabled.

  • ihunger on 11/02/2019 - 12:27

    I have used a referral code for David Jones Platinum.

    1 - Text needs to be updated, Referrer = 30K and Referee = 40K (30K normal + 10K referral )

    1b - Normal David Jones Amex is now Referee = 25K (15K normal + 10K referral) ==> I don't know what the referrer gets… assuming 15K

    2 - How do I say thanks to the original person… or random and to protect people it is forever anonymous?

    3 - If I have "used it" does it get removed from random list? or just retains there indefinitely?

    4 - I have submitted my code, IF i am lucky enough for someone to use my code, how do I thank that user? (Similar to point 2 above, just role reversed)

    Thanks :)

    • Moderatorneil on 18/02/2019 - 16:55

      I have used a referral code for David Jones Platinum.
      1 - Text needs to be updated, Referrer = 30K and Referee = 40K (30K normal + 10K referral )

      Updated

      1b - Normal David Jones Amex is now Referee = 25K (15K normal + 10K referral) ==> I don't know what the referrer gets… assuming 15K

      Updated

      2 - How do I say thanks to the original person… or random and to protect people it is forever anonymous?

      You can't unless you've clicked on the OP's link in a popular deal. It's just in the way our system works however it also does protect people from matching up username with real names. See Referrals

      3 - If I have "used it" does it get removed from random list? or just retains there indefinitely?

      Referrals aren't removed after use. Random referrals are served out well..randomly however we de-prioritise inactive members so that people don't just sign up to OzBargain to SPAM all their referrals.

      4 - I have submitted my code, IF i am lucky enough for someone to use my code, how do I thank that user? (Similar to point 2 above, just role reversed)

      You can't.

      • ihunger on 19/02/2019 - 22:34

        Thanks neil :)

  • Zippy135 on 11/02/2019 - 21:00

    Is it possible to add Loungebuddy to the referral list.

    Referee receives a US$10 credit.
    Referrer will receive US$10 credit once referee makes its first purchase via the Loungebuddy app.

    Thanks!

    • Moderatorneil on 18/02/2019 - 14:38

      Is the referral a code/link/etc?

      • Zippy135 on 18/02/2019 - 23:32

        It’s an individual code which can be found when going into settings / credit. Cheers

    • Moderatorneil on 23/06/2022 - 15:35

      There is no one in the referral system so it has been disabled.

  • mdsh on 12/02/2019 - 10:55

    The link on the OzBargain Referral Settings page to the Paula's Choice refer-a-friend page (https://www.paulaschoice.com.au/refer-a-friend/) doesn't work. Not sure if their referral program has been shut down.

    • Moderatorneil on 19/02/2019 - 00:21

      Hmm, yeah, looks like they've removed it. Have disabled their referrals. Paula's Choice

  • dtox on 15/02/2019 - 13:26

    Can we expand how Amex referrals are accepted? It's now possible to refer any card product. I don't know how to generate one based on the current system restrictions

  • epaqgz on 21/02/2019 - 14:17

    Is it possible to add a referral group for Aussie Broadband?
    https://www.aussiebroadband.com.au/login/

    • Moderatorscrimshaw on 21/02/2019 - 14:17

      Aussie Broadband requested us to not have themselves in the referral system as of July '17 and we have honoured that request.

  • JordanM on 22/02/2019 - 22:19
    +1

    Up Banking (up.com.au)

    Existing user refers new user in the app with their mobile number, new user signs up under that number.

    Benefit of $10 to both.

    • Moderatorneil on 26/02/2019 - 12:00

      That's been added in the form of a private message as to not release mobile phone numbers. Up

  • Xenawarriorprincess on 23/02/2019 - 17:14

    Hi 👋
    Can you please add a referral code for https://riffraffandco.com

    The URL format for the referral link
    http://riffraffco.refr.cc/xxxxxxxxxxxxx
    (The x’s are your first and last name)

    Instructions to get the referral link
    Go to https://riffraffco.referralcandy.com and enter your name and email

    Benefit for the referrers and referees.
    You can share your code for free postage right now! When 5 of them purchase - you get rewarded with a Riff Raff & Co sleep toy of your choice (valued at $64).

    • Moderatorneil on 13/03/2019 - 16:41

      That's been added. Riff Raff

      • Xenawarriorprincess on 13/03/2019 - 16:58

        Yay thank you!!!

        • Moderatorneil on 29/08/2023 - 17:57

          Now disabled due to no referrers in the system.

  • thewinchester on 01/03/2019 - 23:42

    Remove Hilton Honours Refer a Friend, no longer active.

    • Moderatorneil on 02/03/2019 - 01:31

      That's been removed. Hilton.

  • dtox on 02/03/2019 - 09:18

    Qantas assure app should be updated to Qantas wellbeing using format:

    https://go.qantaswellbeing.com/xxx

  • ely on 13/03/2019 - 12:32

    Revolut (site) is taking applications at the moment. They're queued and your position is based on referrals, so there is no benefit to the referred, but the referrer will get bumped up the queue.

    Following the link will eventually get you to download the mobile app which will then indicate your position number in the queue and allow you to share a referral link to bump up your position. You can share the link anywhere to find the link which will have a format like https://revolut.com/r/xxxxxxxxx. Mine had 8 items, so I've left 8 xs there, but I don't know that it's always the case. The code is not entirely random (mine also has my first name in it).

    • Moderatorneil on 21/03/2019 - 12:20

      That's been added. Revolut

      • ely on 22/03/2019 - 14:49

        Great, thanks neil.

  • buthidae on 17/03/2019 - 12:05

    Can we please add Joonya Eco Wipes? They have promo codes submitted on checkout. https://joonya.com/au

    Referral code is offered after the first order, and gives referrer and referee $10 off

    • Moderatorneil on 21/03/2019 - 16:08

      That's been added. Joonya.

  • hm on 18/03/2019 - 16:57

    Pokitpal as per this post

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/445018

    • Moderatorscrimshaw on 18/03/2019 - 17:18

      Set up now. PokitPal

      • hm on 18/03/2019 - 17:19

        cheers

  • yoyo6 on 18/03/2019 - 20:52

    Is it possible to add afl membership? $50 off for referrer and referree

    • alvian on 18/03/2019 - 20:57

      Please provide

      • The URL format for the referral link
      • Instructions to get the referral link
  • yoyo6 on 18/03/2019 - 21:19

    URL is: https://membership.afl.com.au/afl-member-draft?camefrom=EMCL…

    Would need to pm member for name and member number
    promo code is GETONBOARD2019

    • Moderatorneil on 25/03/2019 - 14:42

      That' been added with a yearly expiry. AFL

  • alvian on 20/03/2019 - 17:35

    Belong broadband referral changed:

    OzBargain says: New Broadband customers will get $0 activation and a $1 modem.
    Belong says: Save $20 off your first payment. Sign up to Belong and enter your friend’s promo code to receive $20 off your first invoice. https://www.belong.com.au/broadband/iaf

  • cristobaljamesy on 21/03/2019 - 23:37

    Hi there,

    Just wondering if you could please consider adding a referral link for VPA Supplements?

    https://www.vpa.com.au/index.php?route=custom/ausrayreferral…

    Hopefully the link above helps explain things a bit better.

  • RohBoat on 24/03/2019 - 18:53

    Hi,

    Can IbVPN be added to the referral list please?

    Description: Promote us to your friends using your invite link bellow. For every friend that buys an ibVPN paid
    package from your invitation, you get a free extra month of your existing plan.

    URL: https://www.ibvpn.com/vpn-start/REFERRAL_CODE

    Cheers!

    • Moderatorneil on 01/04/2019 - 15:58

      That's been added. ibVPN

      • Moderatorneil on 24/02/2021 - 18:53

        ibVPN has been removed due to no entries in the referral system.

  • monkeydo on 25/03/2019 - 16:36

    Hi,

    Would it be possible to add referrals for Eva Mattress?

    They offer $125 off the first purchase and the referee gets $25 credit.

    I received a referral link after I bought a mattress with their current $100 off on their site

    http://evamattress.refr.cc/waltera

    Thanks.

  • hm on 25/03/2019 - 20:50

    Removal of LivingSocial Australia, thier platform has moved to Cudo and have also confirmed with Cudo rep they do not currently have referal program

    • Moderatorneil on 29/03/2019 - 20:56

      Have removed them. Thanks hm.

  • alexshel on 27/03/2019 - 19:01

    Please add trip.com - au.trip.com in particular. It now replaces ctrip - http://t.ctrip.cn now redirects to trip.com

    Could possibly just update ctrip db record.
    Thank you.

  • alexshel on 27/03/2019 - 19:02

    My previous comment didn't contain any referral links. Please publish.

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