Earnings
Affilync handles commission tracking, approval, and payouts so you can focus on promoting.
Commission Models
Brands choose the commission model for each campaign:
| Model | You Earn | Example |
|---|---|---|
| CPA | Fixed amount per sale or action | $25 per signup |
| CPC | Fixed amount per click | $0.10 per click |
| CPL | Fixed amount per qualified lead | $15 per lead |
| RevShare | Percentage of recurring revenue | 20% monthly for 12 months |
| Hybrid | Base CPA + ongoing RevShare | $10 + 10% monthly |
Commission Tiers
Many campaigns offer tiered commissions that increase as you perform:
| Tier | Threshold | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 0-50 conversions/month | Base rate |
| Silver | 51-200 conversions/month | Base + 10% |
| Gold | 201-500 conversions/month | Base + 25% |
| Platinum | 500+ conversions/month | Base + 50% |
Your current tier and progress are shown on each campaign's detail page.
Earnings Dashboard
Go to Earnings > Overview to see:
- Pending -- commissions awaiting brand approval.
- Approved -- confirmed commissions ready for payout.
- Paid -- commissions that have been disbursed.
- Rejected -- commissions declined by the brand (with reason).
Approval Process
Most conversions go through a hold period before approval:
- Conversion recorded -- Affilync attributes the action to you.
- Hold period -- brand-defined (typically 7-30 days) to check for refunds/fraud.
- Approved or rejected -- brand confirms or declines the commission.
- Payout queued -- approved commissions are added to your next payout.
Payment Methods
Set up your preferred payment method under Settings > Payment:
| Method | Minimum Payout | Processing Time | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stripe (bank transfer) | $50 | 2-3 business days | Free |
| PayPal | $25 | 1-2 business days | PayPal fees apply |
| Wire Transfer | $500 | 3-5 business days | $25 fee |
Payout Schedule
Payouts are processed on the 1st and 15th of each month (or the next business day). To receive a payout:
- Your approved earnings must meet the minimum threshold.
- You must have a verified payment method.
- Your account must be in good standing.
Tax Information
- Affilync may require a W-9 (US) or W-8BEN (international) before your first payout.
- Upload tax documents under Settings > Tax Information.
- Year-end 1099 forms are available in January for US-based affiliates earning over $600.