Introduction
The AutoDS Affiliate Dashboard is your control panel for monitoring referral activity, tracking commissions, and managing affiliate links. Whether you're just starting or are an experienced marketer, understanding how to use the dashboard is key to maximizing your results.
This guide walks you through each section of the dashboard and explains how to efficiently manage your performance, links, and payments.
Benefits
Using the AutoDS Affiliate Dashboard allows you to:
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Monitor your commissions and track referral performance in real time.
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Access and manage your personal affiliate link to grow your network.
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View referral statuses to identify trials, conversions, or inactive users.
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Track your past and pending payments with full transparency.
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Filter data by time range to analyze specific marketing periods.
Quick Jump
Prerequisites
Before using the dashboard, ensure the following:
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You have created and logged into your AutoDS Affiliate account.
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You understand the terms of your affiliate agreement (available via the dashboard).
⚠️ Important: Do not share your link without using proper tracking, and do not promote using branded keywords like “AutoDS” in paid search. This violates AutoDS policy and can result in account removal.
Understanding your affiliate dashboard
Once logged in, click View Full Referrers’ List to access your dashboard.
Here’s what each section includes:
| Section | What it shows |
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| 1. Email | The email used to create your affiliate account. |
| 2. Total Paid | The total amount paid to you so far through the affiliate program. |
| 3. Total Pending | The amount you're eligible to withdraw. Click Withdraw to request a payout. |
| 4. Your Link | Your personal affiliate link. Share it to generate referrals. |
| 5, Your Affiliate Deal | Specific terms of your commission agreement. |
| 6. Your Affiliates | A list of users who signed up through your link, with statuses. |
| 7. Previous Payments | All payouts issued to your account. |
| 8. Filter by Time Range | Lets you analyze activity by a custom time period. |
Referral statuses
Each referred user is labeled with a status inside the Your Affiliates section. Here’s what they mean:
| Status | Meaning |
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| Trial | The user is currently in their free trial period. |
| Registered | The user signed up but has not yet paid. |
| Converted | The user has paid, and your commission was issued. |
| Inactive | The user’s account is no longer active. |
Important rules and payment policies
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Commissions are calculated based on paid invoices from referred users in the previous month.
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Included: subscriptions and add-ons.
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Excluded: AutoDS credits and eBay Non-API payments.
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Refunds: any refund issued to the referred user will reduce your commission—fully or partially.
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Prohibited advertising: you may not bid on AutoDS-branded terms (e.g., “AutoDS,” “AutoDS dropshipping”). Violation may lead to removal from the program.
Possible issues & workarounds
| Issue | How to fix it |
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| Withdrawal request submitted, but payment not received | Wait 35 business days. If payment is still pending, open a ticket with AutoDS support. |
| Referred user is missing from dashboard | Confirm that the user registered through your link. Referrals can’t be added manually. |
| Commission balance dropped unexpectedly | Check that user’s status in your affiliate list. Refunds automatically reduce your commission. |
| Withdrawal button is unavailable | Reach at least $50 in pending commissions to unlock the withdrawal option. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I get my affiliate link?
A: It’s available under the Your Link section in the dashboard. Copy and share it to refer users to AutoDS.
Q: When and how do I get paid?
A: You can request payment once you reach $50 in pending commissions. Withdrawals are processed by the AutoDS finance team.
Q: What is the minimum withdrawal amount?
A: You must accumulate at least $50 to submit a withdrawal request.
Q: What happens if a referred user gets a refund?
A: Your commission will be adjusted accordingly—fully or partially—based on the refund amount.
Q: Can I promote AutoDS using paid ads?
A: You can promote it, but you may not bid on branded search terms (e.g., “AutoDS”). Doing so may lead to disqualification.
Q: How do I check the status of my payment?
A: Go to Previous Payments in the dashboard. Once processed, the status will show as Completed.
Q: What if my referred user doesn’t show up?
A: They likely didn’t use your affiliate link. Only tracked links generate referrals. If you’re unsure, contact support via chat.