Affiliate Program
Earn commissions by referring new customers
Affiliate Program
Our affiliate program allows you to earn commissions by referring new customers. It's a great way to earn passive income while helping others discover our services.
Accessing the Affiliate Dashboard
Navigate to Dashboard → Affiliates to view your affiliate program dashboard.
[Screenshot: Affiliates page]
Joining the Affiliate Program
If you're not enrolled yet:
Affiliate Dashboard Overview
Your affiliate dashboard shows:
Key Statistics
- Total Earnings - All-time commission total
- Pending Commissions - Awaiting payout or verification
- Paid Commissions - Amount paid out to you
- Active Referrals - Customers you've referred
- Conversion Rate - Visits to signups ratio
- Click Count - Total affiliate link clicks
Recent Activity
- Latest referrals
- Recent commissions earned
- Pending payments
- Click activity
Your Affiliate Links
Unique Affiliate Code
You're assigned a unique code, such as:
Affiliate ID: 123456Default Affiliate Link
Your main referral link:
https://example.com/?aff=123456Share this link anywhere to track referrals.
[Screenshot: Affiliate link section]
Custom Affiliate Links
Create targeted links for specific products or pages:
Homepage:
https://example.com/?aff=123456Specific Product:
https://example.com/products/web-hosting?aff=123456Domain Search:
https://example.com/domains?aff=123456Simply add ?aff=YOUR_ID to any URL on our site.
Promoting Your Links
Where to Share
Social Media
- Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
- Instagram bio
- YouTube descriptions
- TikTok profile
- Blog posts and articles
- Product reviews
- Tutorial videos
- Case studies
- Email signatures
- Newsletter features
- Personal recommendations
- Client communications
- Forums and discussion boards
- Reddit (where allowed)
- Discord servers
- Facebook groups
Commission Structure
Standard Commission Rates
Typical commission structure:
- First Purchase: 10-20% commission
- Recurring Services: Ongoing percentage
- High-Value Products: Special rates
- Bulk Orders: Bonus commissions
Commission Examples
Example earnings:
- $10/month hosting = $2 commission per month
- $100 annual plan = $10-20 one-time commission
- Domain + hosting bundle = Combined commission
Recurring Commissions
For subscription services:
- Earn monthly/annually as customer renews
- Passive income stream
- Commissions continue as long as customer stays active
Tracking Your Referrals
Referral List
View all customers you've referred:
- Customer name (anonymized for privacy)
- Signup date
- Order value
- Commission earned
- Status (Active, Pending, Paid)
Click Statistics
Track your link performance:
- Clicks - Total visits via your links
- Unique Visitors - Individual people
- Signups - Accounts created
- Conversions - Paid orders
- Conversion Rate - % of visitors who purchase
Geographic Data
See where your referrals come from:
- Country breakdown
- City information (aggregated)
- Helps target marketing efforts
Commission Payments
Payment Threshold
Minimum balance for payout:
- Typically $50-100 minimum
- Set in program terms
- Shown in your dashboard
Payment Schedule
Commissions paid on schedule:
- Monthly - Most common
- Net-30 - 30 days after month end
- Net-60 - Some products
Payment Methods
Choose how to receive earnings:
- Account Credit - Applied to your account
- PayPal - Direct to PayPal account
- Bank Transfer - Direct deposit
- Check - Mailed payment
[Screenshot: Payment methods selection]
Payment History
Track all payouts:
- Payment date
- Amount paid
- Payment method used
- Transaction reference
- Download receipts
Commission Status
Pending
- New referral just made
- Awaiting payment from customer
- Verification period (if applicable)
Approved
- Customer payment confirmed
- Commission ready for next payout
- Added to your balance
Paid
- Commission paid out to you
- Receipt available
- Appears in payment history
Declined
- Order refunded or cancelled
- Commission reversed
- Doesn't count toward balance
Marketing Materials
Promotional Resources
Access marketing assets:
- Banner Images - Various sizes for websites
- Social Graphics - Optimized for social media
- Email Templates - Pre-written promotional emails
- Product Images - Service screenshots and features
- Landing Pages - Special pages for affiliates
Brand Guidelines
Follow our brand rules:
- Approved logos and colors
- Messaging guidelines
- What you can and cannot say
- Compliance requirements
Affiliate Program Rules
Allowed Promotion Methods
Acceptable:
- Honest product reviews
- Tutorial content
- Comparison articles
- Social media posts
- Email to your list
- Blog content
- Spam or unsolicited email
- False or misleading claims
- Trademark bidding (PPC)
- Cookie stuffing
- Incentivized fake signups
Account Termination
Accounts may be suspended for:
- Violation of terms
- Fraudulent activity
- Misleading promotions
- Spam complaints
Performance Bonuses
Milestone Rewards
Earn extra for achievements:
- 10 referrals - Bonus payment or upgrade
- 50 referrals - Special rate increase
- 100 referrals - VIP affiliate status
Leaderboard
Top affiliates recognized:
- Monthly rankings
- Competition periods
- Extra prizes and recognition
Affiliate Support
Resources Available
Help Center:
- FAQ section
- Best practices guides
- Marketing tips
- Success stories
- Affiliate manager contact
- Priority support ticket queue
- Email: affiliates@example.com
Success Tips
From Top Affiliates:
Tax Information
Tax Reporting
For U.S. affiliates:
- Earnings over $600/year require tax form
- 1099 forms issued annually
- W-9 form needed
- Tax requirements vary by country
- Consult local tax advisor
- We provide earning statements
Record Keeping
Keep records of:
- Commission statements
- Payment receipts
- Marketing expenses
- Promotional materials
Affiliate Account Settings
Profile Configuration
Update your details:
- Payment preferences
- Contact information
- Tax forms
- Marketing preferences
Notifications
Configure email alerts:
- New referral notifications
- Commission approvals
- Payment confirmations
- Program updates
Advanced Tracking
Subaffiliate IDs
Create tracking codes for different campaigns:
https://example.com/?aff=123456&source=facebook
https://example.com/?aff=123456&source=youtubeTrack which sources work best.
Custom Landing Pages
Request custom landing pages:
- Designed for your audience
- Special offers
- Tracking specific campaigns
Growing Your Affiliate Income
Strategies That Work
- In-depth reviews
- Video tutorials
- Comparison guides
- Email list building
- Social media following
- Blog readership
- Honest recommendations
- Solve problems
- Help your audience
- Track what works
- Refine your approach
- Focus on best-performing channels
- Regular promotion
- Fresh content
- Engage with referrals
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long do cookies last? A: Typically 30-90 days, shown in program terms.
Q: Can I refer myself? A: No, self-referrals are not permitted.
Q: When do I get paid? A: According to payment schedule (usually monthly).
Q: Can I promote on Google Ads? A: Check program terms - usually restricted.
Q: What if my referral cancels? A: Commission is reversed if within refund period.
Getting Started
Ready to start earning?
Our affiliate program is designed to reward you for sharing services you believe in. Start earning today!