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Shopify Affiliate Program

Last verified 29 Sep 2026Official

Tier 1: Up to $150 per referral. Tier 2: None.

Payout depends on the merchant's country. Plus and Retail plans are not eligible.

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Tier 1 commission
Up to $150 per referral
Tier 2 commission
None
Cookie
Not published
Recurring
No, one-off sales
Platform
Impact
How to join
Sign up through Impact, where Shopify runs the program.

Does Shopify pay a second tier?

No. Shopify pays Up to $150 per referral on your own referrals only. Recruiting other affiliates earns you nothing extra. If you want a second tier, compare the 2-tier affiliate programs.

Pros

  • Tier 1 pays Up to $150 per referral.
  • Rates come from the program's own page.

Cons

  • Payout depends on the merchant's country. Plus and Retail plans are not eligible.
  • Cookie length is not published.
  • No second tier.
  • One-off payouts, no recurring revenue.

Who it fits

Shopify suits you if your audience already needs ecommerce software and you can show the product in use.

Shopify affiliate program FAQ

Does Shopify have an affiliate program?

Yes. Shopify runs its program through Impact. Terms are on its official affiliate page.

How much does the Shopify affiliate program pay?

Up to $150 per qualified referral on Basic, Grow or Advanced plans, varying by merchant location.

Is the Shopify affiliate program 2-tier?

No. Shopify pays on your own referrals only, with no commission on affiliates you recruit.

How long is the Shopify affiliate cookie?

Not published on the official page.

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Changelog: 2026-09-29: rates checked on the official Shopify affiliate page. Canonical page: /programs/shopify-affiliate-program