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Ready-to-use commission structures for your affiliate program. Choose from 6 proven models used by successful SaaS companies.

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6 Proven Commission Structures

Choose the structure that fits your business model and start rewarding affiliates

SaaS Subscription Model

Recurring commission structure for subscription-based SaaS products

Commission Structure:

First Sale

20%

Renewals

10%

Upgrades

15%

Example:

$100/month subscription = $20 first month + $10/month recurring

Best for: Subscription SaaS, recurring revenue products

Tiered Volume Model

Increase commission rates as affiliates drive more sales

Commission Structure:

1-10 sales

15%

11-50 sales

20%

51+ sales

25%

Example:

Affiliate sells 60 products: First 10 at 15%, next 40 at 20%, last 10 at 25%

Best for: High-volume products, motivating top performers

Fixed Rate Model

Simple flat commission rate for all affiliates and products

Commission Structure:

All Sales

20%

Example:

$500 sale = $100 commission

Best for: Simple programs, getting started quickly

Hybrid Model

Combine percentage and fixed-amount commissions

Commission Structure:

Under $100

$20

$100-$500

15%

Over $500

$75

Example:

$50 sale = $20 | $300 sale = $45 (15%) | $1000 sale = $75

Best for: Variable product prices, protecting margins

Performance Bonus Model

Base rate + bonuses for hitting monthly targets

Commission Structure:

Base Rate

15%

10+ sales/month

+5% bonus

25+ sales/month

+10% bonus

Example:

Affiliate with 15 sales: 15% + 5% bonus = 20% on all sales that month

Best for: Motivating consistent performance, active affiliates

Trial-Based Model

Different rates for trial signups vs paid conversions

Commission Structure:

Free Trial Signup

Trial to Paid

30%

Direct Paid

25%

Example:

Trial signup = $5 | Conversion to $50/month = $15 (30%)

Best for: Products with free trials, lead generation

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Commission Structure Templates

Ready-to-use commission structures for your affiliate program. Choose from 6 proven models used by successful SaaS companies.

6 Proven Commission Structures

Choose the structure that fits your business model and start rewarding affiliates

SaaS Subscription Model

Commission Structure:

Tiered Volume Model

Commission Structure:

Fixed Rate Model

Commission Structure:

Hybrid Model

Commission Structure:

Performance Bonus Model

Commission Structure:

Trial-Based Model

Commission Structure:

Next Steps

Calculate Your ROI

Setup Guide

Platform Integrations

Implement These Structures with LinkJolt

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