When it comes to sharing AuthoredUp with others, there are two different programs you can use — the Affiliate program and the Invite a friend option. While both let you spread the word, they work in very different ways.
Affiliate program
Our Affiliate program is designed for people who want to actively promote AuthoredUp and earn from their efforts. As an affiliate, you can invite an unlimited number of people and receive a 25% commission on every payment they make for the first 12 months. This program is ideal if you are sharing AuthoredUp with your audience through approved promotional methods, such as organic content, community engagement, or other structured outreach.
More information: https://authoredup.com/affiliate-program
Invite a friend
Invite a friend is a simple, personal way to recommend AuthoredUp to people you know. You can invite up to three friends or colleagues, and they will receive a 15% discount on any plan — for life. In this case, you do not receive any commission, but you do get the satisfaction of knowing you’ve helped someone discover a great platform. The goal is to make it easy for users to share AuthoredUp naturally in everyday conversations, without turning advice into a promotional opportunity.
More info: https://help.authoredup.com/articles/invite-a-friend
Key difference
Affiliates earn ongoing commissions from every customer they refer, with no limit on the number of invites. Invite a friend offers a one-time benefit for friends and colleagues — discounted pricing — without any earnings for the sender.