FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Short, clear answers about referrals, affiliate marketing, rewards and how AffiliaThor works.
BasicsWhat is a referral program?
A referral program lets you invite others to use a product or... reward (for example money, crypto, free items, or credits).
- Accessible to: Anyone with a user account on the platform
- Rewards: Often fixed bonuses (e.g. €10, free credits, discounts)
- Requirements: Usually none;...he referred person must complete an action (like a deposit)
- Approval needed: No
Once you create an account on a platform that offers referrals, your link or code is usually available in your account settings. See our Crypto category or the beginner’s guide for concrete examples.
You can share your link privately or publicly (e.g., social networks, forums, videos).
BasicsWhat is an affiliate program?
An affiliate program lets you promote a product or service and earn commissions based on actions taken through your links (sign-ups, purchases, downloads, etc.).
You usually need to apply and get approved by:
- The brand’s website directly
- An affiliate network like CJ Affiliate, Impact, Awin, PartnerStack, or Amazon Associates
- Or by contacting a company to request access
- Accessible to: Creators, influencers, bloggers, marketers
- Rewards: Mostly commissions (fixed or % of sale)
- Requirements: Application required
- Approval needed: Yes (most of the time)
These programs are ideal if you create public content and want to monetize your audience. For a quick overview of differences, see our referral vs affiliate guide.
RewardsWhat can I actually earn from a referral or affiliate program?
It depends on the program. Rewards can be money, crypto, discount codes, in-game items, or free services. We estimate rewards whenever possible and show them clearly on each listing. See our Top 10 Crypto referrals for high-value examples.
WhyWhy do companies offer these referral rewards?
Referral-driven growth is often cheaper and more effective than traditional advertising. Happy users tend to bring in better customers. That’s why many platforms reward both the person inviting and the person joining. Learn the basics in our beginner’s guide.
CreatorsI’m a small creator. Can I use affiliate marketing?
Yes — and you have two main options:
- Referral programs: the easiest way to start. No approval needed. If you already use a platform related to your content, you can usually find your referral link in account settings and share it.
- Affiliate programs: potentially higher earning, but requires an application and sometimes a content or audience review. Typically managed via CJ, Impact, Awin, or directly by brands.
AffiliaThor helps you find both types. Start by browsing all categories or jump straight to Crypto.
ToolsWhat platforms can I use to create affiliate links?
Some examples:
- CJ Affiliate
- Impact
- Awin
- Amazon Associates
We’ll add step-by-step tutorials in the Guides section.
TrustAre these links verified?
Yes. Every link is manually checked before it’s published. We also display the estimated reward, the difficulty level, and what the referred person needs to do.
TransparencyDo you earn money from these links?
Sometimes, if the program rewards the referrer. We aim to be transparent and always show who earns what: you, us, or both. Read more in About.
ContributeCan I submit my own referral link?
Not yet — but it’s planned. For now, you can suggest a program via X (Twitter), and we’ll handle the verification and formatting.
CurationHow are programs selected?
Each listing is hand-picked based on clarity, reputation, and usefulness. Later, users will be able to suggest and rate programs — with manual verification kept in place.