Glossary · Jargon
Referral programme— what it means in affiliate marketing
A network's scheme paying a percentage of what referred affiliates earn.
Usually a few percent of the referred affiliate's revenue, for a limited time or indefinitely. It is why so much public affiliate content ends in a signup link.
Related terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Referral | A partner brought in on another partner's recommendation, who then earns them a share. |
| CPA network | The intermediary between affiliates and advertisers: aggregates offers, counts conversions, pays out. |
Entry updated 29 July 2026. All 276 terms in one page.
