Introduction
AutoDS offers two distinct commission programs that allow you to earn money by introducing new users to the platform. The AutoDS Affiliate Program is designed for anyone interested in joining AutoDS to promote its dropshipping automation tools, while the AutoDS Referrals Program is exclusively available for already existing AutoDS users who want to share the platform with their network.
Both programs reward you for bringing new paying subscribers to AutoDS, but they differ in eligibility requirements, signup methods, commission structures, and how you access your referral tools. Understanding which program applies to your situation helps you start earning commissions quickly and efficiently.
Affiliate and Referrals Program comparison
After understanding how each program works, it becomes clear that the AutoDS Affiliate Program and the AutoDS Referrals Program serve different audiences and operate through distinct systems.
The table below highlights the key differences between these two commission programs:
Aspect | AutoDS Affiliate Program | AutoDS Referrals Program |
Who can join | Anyone without an existing AutoDS account. | Existing AutoDS users. |
Sign-up method | Create a new account on the Affiliate platform. | Click Refer a Friend from the left-hand menu or the arrow icon in the top-right corner inside the AutoDS platform |
Referral benefit | New paying users who use your link get a 1-month free trial (instead of the standard 14 days). | New paying users who use your link get a 20% discount on all plans in their 1st month. |
Link | Unique affiliate link. | Private referral link. |
Your commission |
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Commission period | Up to 3 months from the signup date. | Up to 3 months from the referral date. |
This comparison makes it easier to choose which program applies to your situation and understand the specific benefits and commission structures available through each option.
AutoDS Affiliate Program
The AutoDS Affiliate Program lets you share AutoDS with your audience and earn recurring commissions when they become paying subscribers. This program is open to anyone who does not currently have an AutoDS account, making it ideal for content creators, bloggers, influencers, course instructors, and anyone with an audience interested in dropshipping automation.
When you join the AutoDS Affiliate Program, you receive a unique affiliate link that tracks signups and conversions. You can promote this link across various channels such as social media, YouTube videos, blog posts, email newsletters, or direct messages. The program provides you with a dedicated Affiliate Dashboard where you can monitor your referrals, track earnings, and request payouts once you reach the minimum withdrawal threshold.
Benefits
The AutoDS Affiliate Program offers several advantages for those interested in earning commissions through referrals:
Recurring monthly commission: earn ongoing commissions for each referred paying subscriber, providing a steady income stream as long as they remain active customers.
Free to join: quick signup process with instant access to your affiliate link, requiring no upfront investment or fees to participate.
Clear insights: monitor signups, earnings, and pending payouts directly in your Affiliate Dashboard, giving you full transparency over your affiliate performance.
Simple sharing: promote your unique link across social media, blogs, videos, and email, making it easy to reach your audience wherever they engage most.
How the AutoDS Affiliate Program works
The AutoDS Affiliate Program operates through a straightforward process that rewards you for bringing new paying subscribers to the platform.
Share your unique link
You share your unique affiliate link wherever your audience is active and engaged. This includes:
Social media platforms
Blog posts and articles
YouTube videos and descriptions
Email campaigns and newsletters
Online courses and educational content
Direct messages to potential users
Benefits for your referrals
When someone clicks your affiliate link and signs up for AutoDS, they receive a 1-month free trial instead of the standard 14-day trial, giving them more time to experience the platform before committing to a paid subscription.
Earn recurring commissions
Once your referral becomes a paying subscriber, you earn a 20% commission on their monthly subscription for up to 3 months from their signup date. This recurring commission structure provides ongoing income as long as your referrals remain active customers during the commission window.
Monthly commission calculation
The AutoDS Affiliate Program calculates commissions monthly, based on the invoices the referred users paid in the previous month. This means your earnings reflect the actual payments made by your referrals, ensuring accurate and transparent commission tracking throughout the 3-month commission period.
AutoDS Affiliate Program rules and policies
The AutoDS Affiliate Program operates under specific rules and policies designed to ensure fair practices, protect brand integrity, and maintain a positive experience for all participants.
Understanding these guidelines helps you promote the program effectively while remaining compliant with program terms.
These rules protect the integrity of the AutoDS Affiliate Program and ensure that commissions accurately reflect the value brought by your referrals. By following these policies, you maintain good standing in the program and protect your ability to earn ongoing commissions.
Eligibility:
The AutoDS Affiliate Program applies only to new AutoDS users who sign up through your affiliate link.
Existing users cannot be credited as referrals, even if they click your link.
Included:
Commissions are calculated based on subscriptions and add-ons purchased by your referred users, providing you with earning potential from their full AutoDS package.
Excluded:
AutoDS credits and eBay Non-API payments do not generate affiliate commissions, as these represent different transaction types outside the subscription model.
Refunds:
Any refund issued to the referred user will reduce your commission proportionally.
Prohibited advertising:
Bidding on AutoDS-branded keywords such as "AutoDS" or "AutoDS dropshipping" in paid advertising campaigns is not allowed.
Violations of this policy void commissions and may lead to removal from the program.
Tip: Focus your paid advertising efforts on other relevant audiences and keywords to remain compliant.
How to join the AutoDS Affiliate Program and share your link
Joining the AutoDS Affiliate Program requires just a few simple steps to get your account set up and start promoting your affiliate link. The signup process is designed to be quick and straightforward, allowing you to begin earning commissions as soon as possible.
To join the AutoDS Affiliate Program:
Open the Affiliate registration page.
Complete your profile by adding your full name and creating a secure password.
Click Join Now to create your affiliate account.
Open your Affiliate Dashboard to access your unique affiliate link and begin promoting AutoDS to your audience.
Important: the email you use for signup cannot be connected to any existing AutoDS account. If you already have an AutoDS account, you are eligible for the AutoDS Referrals Program instead, which is specifically designed for existing customers.
Sharing your affiliate link
Once you have access to your Affiliate Dashboard, you can start promoting your unique affiliate link to generate referrals and earn commissions. The key to success with the AutoDS Affiliate Program is placing your link where your audience is most active and engaged.
To share your affiliate link:
Copy your unique affiliate link available at the top of your Affiliate Dashboard.
Place your link where your audience engages most frequently, such as email newsletters, social media posts, blog articles, YouTube video descriptions, online courses, or direct messages.
Track signups and payouts in your Affiliate Dashboard to monitor which channels and messages convert best.
Refine your promotional message based on what converts, adjusting your approach to maximize referrals and commissions.
Tip: The more strategic you are about where and how you share your affiliate link, the better your results will be. Focus on channels where your audience actively seeks dropshipping solutions, automation tools, or e-commerce education.
Affiliate Dashboard
The Affiliate Dashboard provides a centralized location where you can manage all aspects of your affiliate activity, from tracking referrals to requesting payouts. Understanding each section of the Affiliate Dashboard helps you monitor your performance and maximize your earnings effectively.
The Affiliate Dashboard is organized into several key sections that display your account information, earnings, referrals, and payment history:
Section | What it shows |
The email used to create your affiliate account. | |
Total Paid | The total amount paid to you so far through the affiliate program. |
Total Pending | The amount you're eligible to withdraw. Click Withdraw to request a payout. |
Your Link | Your personal affiliate link. Share it to generate referrals. |
Your Affiliate Deal | Specific terms of your commission agreement. |
Your Affiliates | A list of users who signed up through your link, with statuses. |
Previous Payments | All payouts that were issued to your account. |
Filter by Time Range | Allows you to analyze activity by a custom time period. |
The Affiliate Dashboard updates automatically as your referrals sign up and make payments, keeping your earnings information current and accurate.
Referral statuses
Each referred user in your Affiliate Dashboard is labeled with a status that indicates where they are in their AutoDS journey.
Referrals move through these statuses as they progress from signup to paid subscriber. Monitoring these statuses regularly helps you understand your conversion rates and identify opportunities to follow up with referrals who are still in trial or registered status.
The AutoDS Affiliate Program uses four primary statuses to categorize your referrals:
Status | Meaning |
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. |
Commissions and withdrawals
The AutoDS Affiliate Program offers competitive commission rates and flexible payment options, allowing you to earn recurring income and withdraw your earnings through your preferred payment method. Understanding the payment structure and withdrawal process ensures you can manage your affiliate earnings effectively.
Payment Detail | Information |
Your Commission | You earn 20% of the referred user's monthly subscription for each month they remain an active paying subscriber. |
Commission window | Commissions continue for up to 3 months from the referral's signup date, providing you with recurring income for each successful referral. |
Minimum withdrawal | You must accumulate at least $50 in pending commissions before you can request a withdrawal from your account. |
Payment methods | The AutoDS Affiliate Program supports two payment methods for withdrawals: PayPal and Payoneer. |
Processing time | Once you submit a withdrawal request, the AutoDS finance team processes your payment within up to 35 business days. |
How to request an affiliate withdrawal
Once your pending commissions reach the minimum withdrawal threshold of $50, you can submit a request to receive your earnings as an affiliate through your preferred payment method. The withdrawal process is straightforward and can be completed directly from your Affiliate Dashboard.
To request an affiliate withdrawal:
Log in to your Affiliate Dashboard using your affiliate account credentials.
Click Withdraw Request next to your total pending.
Select your payment method from the available options:
PayPal.
Payoneer.
Review and confirm your request and payment method selection.
Once completed, the payment status updates to Completed in your Previous Payments section.
Important: Processing Affiliate withdrawals takes up to 35 business days.
After submitting your Affiliate withdrawal request, you can track its status in the Previous Payments section of your Affiliate Dashboard. AutoDS processes requests in the order they are received, and you'll see the status change from 'Pending' to 'Completed' once the payment has been issued to your selected payment method.
AutoDS Referrals Program
The AutoDS Referrals Program allows existing AutoDS users to earn commissions by inviting new users to join the platform. Unlike the AutoDS Affiliate Program, which is open to anyone without an AutoDS account, the AutoDS Referrals Program is exclusively available for current AutoDS subscribers who want to share the platform with their network.
When you refer new customers through the AutoDS Referrals Program, you earn commissions based on their subscription payments. Your referral link is accessible directly from your AutoDS account, making it convenient to share with friends, colleagues, or anyone interested in dropshipping automation.
The program tracks your referrals automatically and displays their status and your earnings in a dedicated Referral Dashboard within your AutoDS account.
Important: If you don't have an AutoDS account yet, you should join the AutoDS Affiliate Program instead, which is designed for external promoters who want to earn commissions without being AutoDS customers themselves.
Benefits
The AutoDS Referrals Program provides several advantages specifically designed for existing AutoDS customers who want to earn additional income through referrals:
Earn money by inviting new AutoDS users: generate commissions by sharing the platform with your network and introducing new users to dropshipping automation.
Share a private referral link directly from your AutoDS account: access your unique referral link immediately from your account's Referral Dashboard without needing to create a separate affiliate account.
Track referrals and commissions in one place: monitor all your referral activity, earnings, and discounts directly within your AutoDS account for convenient management.
Simple setup: no additional tools required, as the referral system is already integrated into your existing AutoDS account.
AutoDS Referrals Program rules and policies
The AutoDS Referrals Program operates under specific rules that ensure fair usage and protect the integrity of the program. Understanding these rules helps you maximize your referral success while remaining compliant with program policies.
Traffic restrictions:
It is not allowed to run paid advertising traffic on the brand name "AutoDS." Payments will not be approved in cases where referrals come from paid ads bidding on AutoDS-branded keywords.
Referral validity:
A referral is valid only if the user signs up directly through your unique referral link.
Users who sign up through other methods cannot be manually added to your referral list.
Eligibility:
You can only refer new customers to AutoDS, not existing ones.
Users who already have an AutoDS account are not eligible to be counted as your referrals, even if they click your link.
Commission period:
The referral period lasts 3 months after you refer a user.
Commissions are calculated during this window based on the monthly invoices paid by the users you referred.
Tip: Focusing on new potential customers from your network and organic promotion methods helps you build a sustainable referral income while staying within program guidelines.
How to join the Referrals Program and share your private referral link
As an existing AutoDS customer, you can access your private referral link directly from your AutoDS account, making it quick and easy to start sharing with potential new users.
To find your referral link:
Log in to your AutoDS account using your existing credentials.
Click Refer a Friend from the left-hand menu.
To share your referral link:
Copy your private referral link from this section.
Paste and share the link with potential new users from your network.
Anyone who signs up using your private referral link will be automatically connected to your referral account, and their activity will appear in your Referral Dashboard. This seamless integration makes it easy to track your referrals and monitor your earnings without switching between different platforms or accounts.
Referral Dashboard
The Referral Dashboard within your AutoDS account provides a comprehensive view of your referral activity, earnings, and account benefits. This dashboard is distinct from the Affiliate Dashboard used in the AutoDS Affiliate Program and is specifically designed for existing customers participating in the AutoDS Referrals Program.
The Referral Dashboard displays four key elements that help you track your referral performance:
Section | What it shows |
Total discount paid | Displays the total discounts you have received in your AutoDS account as a result of your referral activity. |
Your next package discount | Shows the discount you will receive next month on your monthly invoice according to your active referrers. |
Your reward balance | Indicates the amount remaining until you reach your first $100 in referrals and earn the $10 bonus payment to your account. |
List of your referrers and their status | Provides a complete list of users who signed up through your referral link, along with their current status, such as Trial, Registered, Converted, or Inactive. The status "Converted" means that this commission was already paid to you. |
Commission details
Your commission through the AutoDS Referrals Program is calculated based on the monthly invoices paid by the users you referred to the platform. The commission structure rewards you for successfully bringing new paying customers to AutoDS while also providing you with personal account benefits.
How your commission works
The AutoDS Referrals Program provides two types of earnings:
Monthly commission: You earn 20% of your friend's package for 1 month after they become a paying subscriber.
Bonus reward: Once you reach your first $100 in referrals, you earn a $10 bonus credited to your account.
When commissions are paid
These commissions are processed monthly and appear in your Referral Dashboard, where you can track all earnings and referral activity. The commission payments reflect the invoices paid by your referred users during the previous month, ensuring that your earnings are based on actual payments received by AutoDS.
Troubleshooting common issues
While both the AutoDS Affiliate Program and the AutoDS Referrals Program are designed to operate smoothly, you may occasionally encounter situations that require troubleshooting or clarification. The table below outlines common issues users experience across both programs and provides practical workarounds to resolve them.
Issue | Workaround |
Sign-up email for Affiliate Program already linked to an AutoDS account | Register with an email not associated with an existing AutoDS account. |
Referral not appearing in the Referral or Affiliate Dashboard | Confirm if the user clicked your link and registered through it. Earnings show after they pay. |
Used paid ads on branded keywords | Don't bid on branded terms; focus on other audiences to keep commissions valid. |
Commission period ended for Affiliate Program | Commissions stop after 3 months per program terms. |
Withdrawal request submitted, but payment not received | Wait up to 35 business days. If still pending, contact AutoDS support. |
Referral missing | Only users who signed up through your link are tracked. They cannot be added manually. |
The commission balance dropped unexpectedly | A refund from the referred user reduced your commission. |
Withdrawal button unavailable | Reach at least $50 in pending commissions to unlock the option. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I need to pay to join the affiliate or referral program?
Do I need to pay to join the affiliate or referral program?
Joining the AutoDS Affiliate Program or the AutoDS Referrals Program is completely free. There are no upfront costs, registration fees, or hidden charges to participate in either program and start earning commissions.
How many people can I refer?
How many people can I refer?
You can refer an unlimited number of users through both the AutoDS Affiliate Program and the AutoDS Referrals Program. There is no cap on how many people you can invite, and you earn commissions from each qualifying subscription.
How do referrals appear in my account?
How do referrals appear in my account?
Referrals who sign up through your unique affiliate link or referral link are automatically displayed for you. For the AutoDS Affiliate Program, they appear in the Your Affiliates section. For the AutoDS Referrals Program, they appear in your Referral Dashboard list.
When are commissions paid?
When are commissions paid?
Commissions through the AutoDS Affiliate Program are calculated monthly and appear in your Affiliate Dashboard based on the invoices paid by your referred users during the previous calendar month. For the AutoDS Referrals Program, commissions are also processed monthly and displayed in your Referral Dashboard.
How is the affiliate payment calculated?
How is the affiliate payment calculated?
For the AutoDS Affiliate Program, payments are based on the invoices paid by your referred users during the previous calendar month. You earn 20% of each referred user's monthly subscription for up to 3 months.
For the AutoDS Referrals Program, you earn 20% of the plan of each new paying subscriber who signs up through your link, for one month, plus a $10 bonus once you reach $100 in referrals.
How do refunds affect my commissions?
How do refunds affect my commissions?
Refunds from referred users reduce your commission proportionally in both programs. If a user receives a partial or full refund on their subscription, your commission adjusts to reflect the actual amount paid by that user.
How long does it take to receive payment after submitting a withdrawal request?
How long does it take to receive payment after submitting a withdrawal request?
For the AutoDS Affiliate Program, payments are processed within up to 35 business days after you submit a withdrawal request. Once completed, the status changes to Completed in your Previous Payments section of the Affiliate Dashboard.
How do I track the status of my payments?
How do I track the status of my payments?
In the AutoDS Affiliate Program, you can track payment status by going to the Previous Payments section in your Affiliate Dashboard. Once AutoDS processes your withdrawal request, each payout is marked as Completed, giving you full visibility into your payment history.







