How Starkworth Handles a Missed Wednesday Payment

Introduction

Payments are scheduled every Wednesday by 3:00 PM (CST), but the agreement also spells out exactly what happens on the rare occasion that schedule slips.

Key Points

If a Wednesday payment is missed due to a bank holiday, banking-system delay, or a technical issue outside Starkworth's reasonable control, it's paid on the next available Business Day.
This is a contractual commitment under Section 9 of the agreement, not a courtesy.
It applies to both Account Owner and Annotator payments.
If a payment is still missing after the next Business Day, that's the point to reach out.

What to Do if It's Still Missing

First, check whether Wednesday fell on a bank holiday or coincided with a known banking-system delay. If the next Business Day has passed with no payment, follow the checklist in What to Do If Your Payout Is Late and reach out via Contact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rescheduling automatic?

Yes — it's a standing commitment in the agreement, not something you need to request.

What if my bank itself is closed for a local holiday?

The Business Day definition is tied to Alabama, USA holidays specifically, not your local bank's calendar — see What Counts as a Business Day.

Does this apply to Annotators too?

Yes — Section 9's payment provisions cover payments generally, applying to both roles.

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