🤝 CPA vs Forex Revenue-Share -Which is the Best Choice for Forex Affiliates?
When a Forex affiliate joins a new affiliate program, they usually choose between three options: CPA, Hybrid, or Revenue-Share.
Defining CPA, Revenue-Share, and Hybrid Affiliate Programs
CPA (Cost Per Acquisition)
CPA is a standard commission model that pays a fixed dollar amount for each referred trader. Forex CPA programs typically start at $100 and can go up to $1,000.
Requirements for valid CPAs include:
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Only new customers from accepted countries
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The new client must deposit funds within a set period (usually 1 year)
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The new client must trade a minimum of 1.0 lot, with some brokers requiring up to 5.0 lots
Revenue-Share Programs
Revenue-share is a commission model where affiliates earn a percentage based on their clients’ trading volumes (measured in lots, where one full lot equals 100,000 USD). The revenue-share percentage ranges from 15% to 50%. A key feature is that these programs usually offer lifetime revenue, meaning commissions continue as long as the client trades.
Requirements for valid registrations include:
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Only new customers from accepted countries
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Some brokers do not count trades lasting less than two minutes, which can affect referrals of Forex scalpers
Hybrid Programs
A hybrid affiliate program combines CPA and revenue share. It starts by paying a standard CPA ($50 to $100) and then switches to revenue share (typically 5-10% of commissions earned). For affiliates unsure which model suits them best, a hybrid plan is often the ideal choice.
Requirements for valid registrations include:
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Only new customers from accepted countries
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The new client must deposit funds within a set period (usually 1 year)
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The new client must trade a minimum of 1.0 standard lot, with some brokers requiring up to 5.0 lots
