Can affiliates earn commissions on their own purchases? By default, AffiliateWP prevents affiliates from earning commissions when they use their own referral links or affiliate coupon codes to make a purchase. This ensures that referrals are only generated through genuine external promotions.
The Allow Own Referrals Addon changes this behavior, enabling affiliates to earn commissions when they make purchases using their own referral link or affiliate coupon code. Whether you’re running special promotions or simply want to allow affiliates to benefit from their own referrals, this addon makes it possible.
The Allow Own Referrals addon is available with all license levels of AffiliateWP.
Installing the Allow Own Referrals addon
Before we get started, be sure to install and activate AffiliateWP on your WordPress site.
Once you’ve got AffiliateWP installed and your license is verified, you’ll be able to quickly install and activate the Allow Own Referrals addon.
Using the Allow Own Referrals Addon
After activating the addon, no additional configuration is needed. Affiliates can now generate referrals in the following scenarios:
- Using Their Referral Links: If an affiliate clicks on their own referral link and makes a purchase, a referral will be generated, and the commission will be added to their earnings.
- Using Their Coupon Codes: When an affiliate’s coupon code is applied at checkout, a referral is created for that transaction.
This functionality is seamless and works across all AffiliateWP-supported integrations.
The Allow Own Referrals Addon does not include a settings interface. Simply activating the addon is all that’s required to enable its functionality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can affiliates generate referrals for themselves without this addon?
No. By default, AffiliateWP blocks referrals from being generated when affiliates make purchases using their own referral links or coupon codes.
How can I track referrals generated by affiliates for their own purchases?
Referrals generated by affiliates for their own purchases will appear in AffiliateWP » Referrals like any other referral. You can view the details, including the affiliate’s name and transaction information.
That’s it! The Allow Own Referrals Addon provides a simple yet powerful way to let affiliates earn commissions on their own purchases. With no additional setup required, it seamlessly integrates into your affiliate program, giving you the flexibility to reward affiliates for their transactions. Whether you use this for special promotions or as a permanent feature, it ensures a smoother and more rewarding experience for your affiliates.