How Do Creators Get Paid in Affiliate Marketing?
5 min read · Updated 2026-06-02
Exactly how affiliate payouts work for creators: attribution, approval, payout methods (PayPal & bank), thresholds, and recurring commissions.
How are sales credited to a creator?
Two mechanisms: a tracking cookie set when someone clicks your link, and promo-code matching at checkout. Either attributes the sale to you automatically — so you're paid even if the buyer comes back days later.
When does a commission get approved?
Brands typically approve commissions after a return window passes, so refunds don't get paid out. Afflio tracks pending vs approved earnings on your dashboard in real time.
How and when are creators paid?
Approved earnings pay to PayPal or your bank on the brand's schedule. Afflio handles tax-form collection and minimum payout thresholds, so payouts are clean and automatic — no invoices, no chasing.
What about recurring commissions?
For subscription products, recurring programs pay you every month a referred customer keeps paying — turning one great recommendation into compounding income.
FAQ
What payout methods does Afflio support?+
PayPal and bank transfer (via RazorpayX), depending on the brand and your region.
Is there a minimum payout?+
Brands can set a minimum payout threshold; your dashboard shows how close you are to the next payout.
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