> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.partnero.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Partner programs overview

> Learn how to create and manage affiliate and partner programs with Partnero

## What is a Partner Program?

A partner program (also known as an affiliate program) allows you to recruit external partners who promote your product in exchange for commissions on sales they generate.

## How Partner Programs Work

```mermaid theme={null}
flowchart LR
    A[Partner Signs Up] --> B[Gets Referral Link]
    B --> C[Shares Link]
    C --> D[Visitor Clicks]
    D --> E[Cookie Stored]
    E --> F[Visitor Purchases]
    F --> G[Commission Earned]
```

1. **Partners sign up** to your program through a signup page or invitation
2. **Partners receive unique referral links** to share with their audience
3. **Visitors click** on referral links and are tracked via cookies
4. **When visitors purchase**, the sale is attributed to the partner
5. **Partners earn commissions** based on your configured rules

## Key Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Custom Branding" icon="palette">
    White-label partner portals with your branding
  </Card>

  <Card title="Flexible Commissions" icon="percent">
    Percentage, fixed, tiered, or recurring commissions
  </Card>

  <Card title="Automated Payouts" icon="money-bill-transfer">
    Pay partners via PayPal or Wise automatically
  </Card>

  <Card title="Detailed Analytics" icon="chart-line">
    Track clicks, conversions, and revenue in real time
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Partner Portal

Every program includes a **Partner Portal** where partners can:

* View their performance dashboard
* Access referral links and promotional materials
* Track earnings and payout history
* Update their profile and payment details

## Commission Structures

Partnero supports various commission structures:

| Type           | Description                   | Example                   |
| -------------- | ----------------------------- | ------------------------- |
| **Percentage** | Earn % of sale amount         | 20% of $100 = $20         |
| **Fixed**      | Earn fixed amount per sale    | \$25 per conversion       |
| **Tiered**     | Rates increase with volume    | 20% → 25% → 30%           |
| **Recurring**  | Earn on subscription renewals | 20% monthly for 12 months |

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Create a Program" icon="plus" href="/guides/partner-programs/creating-program">
    Step-by-step program setup guide
  </Card>

  <Card title="Manage Partners" icon="users" href="/guides/partner-programs/managing-partners">
    Recruit and manage your partners
  </Card>
</CardGroup>