Hostwinds
Best for VPS and cloud hosting referrals
Hostwinds runs a self-managed affiliate program paying 10% recurring commission on qualifying payments from referred customers. The cookie lasts 60 days, the payout threshold is $100, and payments are processed twice a month via PayPal or bank wire.
Program terms
- Commission
- 10% recurring
- Cookie window
- 60 days
- Markets
- Global
- Network
- In-house & Direct Programs
Pros
- 10% recurring commission, not a one-time bounty
- 60 day cookie window
- Twice-monthly payouts via PayPal or bank wire
Cons
- Lower headline rate than flat-bounty hosts
- $100 minimum before payout
- Commission only on qualifying new purchases
How the Hostwinds affiliate program works
Hostwinds pays 10% recurring commission on qualifying payments for eligible new purchases from referred customers, tracked with a 60 day cookie. Payments are processed on the 1st and 15th of each month, via PayPal or bank wire, once you reach a $100 balance.
Who it suits
Creators with audiences buying VPS, cloud, or dedicated hosting who prefer recurring income over a one-time bounty.