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Surfshark Affiliate Program

Last verified 8 Oct 2026Official

Tier 1: 40% on new sales. Tier 2: None.

Revenue share on new sales only, last-click. New affiliates do not get renewal commissions. Custom payouts are possible for high performers.

Fact box

Tier 1 commission: 40% on new sales
Tier 2 commission: None
Cookie: 30 days
Recurring: No, one-off sales
Platform: in-house, Impact, CJ, Awin and others
How to join: Sign up through in-house, Impact, CJ, Awin and others, where Surfshark runs the program.

Apply to the program Official terms page

Does Surfshark pay a second tier?

No. Surfshark pays 40% on new sales 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 40% on new sales.
Rates come from the program's own page.

Cons

Revenue share on new sales only, last-click. New affiliates do not get renewal commissions. Custom payouts are possible for high performers.
Short 30 day cookie punishes long buying cycles.
No second tier.
One-off payouts, no recurring revenue.

Who it fits

Surfshark suits you if your audience already needs vpn/security software and you can show the product in use.

Surfshark affiliate program FAQ

Does Surfshark have an affiliate program?

Yes, in-house and on networks such as Impact, CJ and Awin.

How much does the Surfshark affiliate program pay?

40% of new sales, with custom offers for high-volume partners.

Does Surfshark pay on renewals?

No. The published rate covers new sales only.

How long is the Surfshark affiliate cookie?

30 days.

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Changelog: 2026-10-08: official page lists 40% on new sales, 30-day cookie and a $100 minimum payout. Canonical page: /programs/surfshark-affiliate-program