Affiliate Program FAQ

Click “Join The Program” on our affiliate page, fill out the registration form with your basic information, and you’ll get instant approval. No application review or waiting period – you can start promoting immediately.

No, the affiliate program is completely free to join. There are no setup fees, monthly costs, or hidden charges.

You’ll receive immediate access to your affiliate dashboard with custom tracking links, marketing materials (banners, screenshots, email templates), real-time analytics, and monthly automatic payouts.

No, a website is not required, though it’s recommended. You must have some platform for promoting (website, blog, social media, YouTube channel, email list, etc.). You can promote through any legitimate channel where you have an audience.

No prior affiliate marketing experience is required. We provide all the marketing materials and support you need to succeed. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced marketer, you can start earning immediately.

You earn a flat 30% commission on all WhoKnew™ product sales, regardless of license tier or billing cycle.

30 days. If someone clicks your affiliate link, you’ll receive credit for any purchase they make within the next 30 days, even if they leave and return later.

Payments are processed monthly within 15 business days after the end of each month. For example, commissions earned in January will be paid by mid-February.

This window allows our 14-day money-back guarantee period to expire before commissions are paid, reducing commission reversals from refunds.

$100. Once your account balance reaches $100, you’ll automatically receive payment in the next monthly payout cycle. Balances under $100 roll over to the next month.

We currently offer PayPal, bank transfer, and other electronic payment methods as made available in your dashboard. You’re responsible for maintaining accurate payment information.

No, we do not deduct fees. However, you’re responsible for any fees charged by your payment provider (e.g., PayPal transaction fees) and any taxes owed on your commission income.

Yes, your affiliate dashboard shows clicks, conversions, and earnings in real-time. You can track your performance 24/7.

We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. If a customer receives a refund within this period, the associated commission will be deducted from your account balance.

Yes! You earn commission when a customer upgrades from a lower-tier license to a higher-tier license through your referral link.

Log into your affiliate dashboard, navigate to the “Links” or “Marketing” section, and you’ll find pre-generated referral links for each product. You can also create custom tracking links for different campaigns.

Yes, you can generate unlimited custom tracking links to track which campaigns, platforms, or content pieces perform best.

Our tracking system is cookie-based and works independently of third-party advertising pixels, so standard ad blockers typically won’t affect commission tracking.

No, self-referrals are strictly prohibited. Affiliate links cannot be used for your own purchases or purchases by immediate family members living in the same household.

Yes, your affiliate links work worldwide. We accept customers from all countries (except those under U.S. embargo), and you’ll earn commissions on international sales.

Yes, you can link directly to any WhoKnew™ product page, pricing page, or checkout page. Your affiliate tracking will work on any page within our domain.

If a customer clears cookies, uses a different browser, or switches devices before purchasing, the referral may not be tracked. This is a limitation of cookie-based tracking systems.

We provide banners (multiple sizes), product screenshots, demo videos, email templates, social media copy, and pre-written product descriptions. All materials are available in your affiliate dashboard.

Absolutely! We encourage original content. Write blog posts, create videos, develop tutorials, or share personal experiences. Authentic content typically converts better than generic marketing materials.

See our full Terms & Conditions for complete guidelines.

Yes, you can run paid ads on Facebook, Google Display, YouTube, native ads, etc. However, you CANNOT bid on trademark terms like “WhoKnew”, “WhoKnew Views”, “WhoKnew.io” or variations in search engines.

Yes! You can bid on generic terms like “WooCommerce view counter”, “WordPress analytics plugin”, “product forecasting plugin”, etc.

You cannot create unauthorized discount codes or modify our pricing. However, you can offer your own bonuses (like exclusive tutorials, templates, or consulting time) to incentivize purchases through your link.

WhoKnew™ is the ONLY WooCommerce plugin with Meta Prophet AI – the same algorithm Meta uses for billion-dollar predictions. This unique positioning, combined with solving the “dead store” problem that kills new WooCommerce shops, makes it highly compelling.

WordPress developers, WooCommerce store owners, freelancers, agencies, consultants, tech bloggers, YouTubers, and anyone serving the eCommerce community. Our plugin solves real problems for people building or managing online stores.

Yes, email marketing is encouraged – but you must comply with CAN-SPAM, GDPR, and anti-spam regulations. Only email people who have opted in to receive communications from you. We provide email templates, but personalized emails perform better.

Tutorial videos, before/after comparisons, case studies, and honest reviews perform best. Content that educates and demonstrates the Meta Prophet AI forecasting feature is particularly effective.

Yes! U.S. affiliates must comply with FTC guidelines requiring clear disclosure of affiliate relationships. Use statements like: “This post contains affiliate links. I earn a commission if you purchase through these links at no additional cost to you.” International affiliates must comply with local disclosure regulations.

No, each person or business entity is limited to one affiliate account. Creating multiple accounts will result in termination of all accounts and forfeiture of commissions.

Violations may result in commission forfeiture, account suspension, or permanent termination depending on severity. We review violations case-by-case and reserve the right to withhold payments if fraud is suspected.

Yes, we reserve the right to modify commission rates with 30 days’ notice. However, existing affiliates will have their current rate honored for 90 days from notification if rates are reduced.

Use the contact form in your affiliate dashboard, or visit whoknew.io/contact/. We typically respond within 24-48 hours.

Absolutely! We value affiliate feedback. Share your suggestions through your dashboard or contact our team directly.

Contact our support team immediately with details about the issue. We’ll investigate and resolve any tracking problems. You must report payment disputes within 30 days of the payment date.

Contact support to request account closure. Any earned commissions above the minimum threshold will be paid out in the next payment cycle.

No, your affiliate links remain active as long as your account is in good standing. However, the 30-day cookie window still applies to each individual click.

Yes, your dashboard provides complete transparency with detailed reports showing all clicks, conversions, dates, commission amounts, and payment status.

Yes. Affiliates are solely responsible for reporting commission income to tax authorities and paying all applicable taxes. We may issue tax forms (like IRS Form 1099) if you earn above certain thresholds.