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Turn Your Maker Audience Into Recurring Income

Earn 20% commission on their first 12 payments - whether they pay monthly or renew yearly. Our 90-day cookie gives you credit even if they sign up months later.

90-Day Attribution
Monthly Payouts
Free to Join

Powered by Refersion • No approval delays • Assets ready instantly

Is This Program Right for You?

We're looking for affiliates who genuinely help makers run better businesses - not just drop links.

Perfect for:

  • Craft bloggers & YouTubers creating content for Etsy sellers, soapmakers, jewelry designers
  • Etsy coaches & consultants helping makers scale handmade businesses
  • Bookkeepers & accountants serving 10+ product-based clients
  • Maker community leaders (Facebook groups, Slack, forums)
  • Tool reviewers comparing inventory software
  • Email newsletters focused on handmade business tips

You're a great fit if you: Create regular content for makers, have an engaged audience of 500+ handmade business owners, and prefer recurring income over one-time payouts.

Not a fit if:

  • You have no existing maker audience (we can't help you build one)
  • You're primarily a coupon/deal site looking for quick commissions
  • You plan to rely on PPC ads (trademark bidding = instant ban)
  • You're looking for passive income with zero content creation
  • You promote 50+ affiliate products with generic "click here to save" messaging

Why we care about fit: We'd rather have 10 affiliates earning $500/month through authentic recommendations than 100 affiliates earning $5/month through low-quality traffic.

How It Works

Start earning in three simple steps

1

Sign Up & Get Your Links

Create your free Refersion account in under 2 minutes. Instantly access your unique affiliate link, promo banners, email templates, and tracking dashboard.

2

Share With Your Audience

Drop your link in blog posts, YouTube descriptions, newsletters, or social posts. Talk about how Craftybase helps makers track inventory, calculate COGS, and ditch spreadsheets.

3

Earn Recurring Commissions

Earn 20% on their first 12 payments - whether that's 12 monthly payments or 12 annual renewals (up to 12 years for yearly subscribers).

Commission Structure

Earn 20% on their first 12 payments - 12 months for monthly subscribers, up to 12 years for yearly subscribers.

Plan Billing Subscription Price Your Commission (20%)
Pro Monthly $24/month $4.80 (up to $57.60)
Pro Yearly $240/year $48 (up to $576)
Studio Monthly $49/month $9.80 (up to $117.60)
Studio Yearly $490/year $98 (up to $1,176)
Indie Monthly $99/month $19.80 (up to $237.60)
Indie Yearly $990/year $198 (up to $2,376)
Business Monthly $199/month $39.80 (up to $477.60)
Business Yearly $1,990/year $398 (up to $4,776)

Note: Commission earned on first 12 payments and only while the subscription remains active.

Example Earnings

REAL EXAMPLE

YouTube Creator

Educational video series for candle makers

  • Wade (Black Tie Barn)
  • Affiliate since 2020
  • Earned $1,000s+ in recurring revenue
  • Creates in-depth tutorials showing makers how to use Craftybase

Craft Blogger

10,000 monthly readers

  • 5 referrals/month
  • Month 1: $49/month
  • Month 6: $294/month
  • Month 12: $588/month
  • Month 13+: Income stabilizes
  • Assumes 85% retention

Etsy Coach

500-person email list + group program

  • 10 referrals/month (mix of yearly/monthly)
  • Month 1: $363/month
  • Month 12: $1,999/month
  • Year 2+: Yearly referrals continue earning (up to 12 years)
  • Studio plan average; mix varies

Projected numbers based on 20% commission and Pro/Studio plan mix. Actual earnings vary.

Why Promote Craftybase?

📅

90-Day Attribution

If a maker bookmarks your link and signs up 2 months later, you still earn the commission.

💰

Long-Term Recurring Income

Earn on their first 12 payments. For yearly subscribers, that's up to 12 years of commissions from a single referral.

📈

High-Value Product

Plans range from $240–$1,990/year. Strong average order value = higher commissions.

Easy Conversion

14-day free trial, no credit card required. Made specifically for makers, not generic software.

Inventory software is sticky - makers who start with Craftybase tend to stay, which means you earn recurring commissions for the long haul.

Real Affiliate Success

See how top affiliates create valuable content and earn recurring income

Wade from Black Tie Barn has been a Craftybase affiliate since 2020 and has generated thousands of dollars in recurring revenue through his educational YouTube series.

His approach? Creating in-depth video tutorials that walk candle makers through setting up and using Craftybase's inventory system. No pushy sales pitches - just genuine educational content that helps makers solve real business problems.

Why Wade's strategy works:

  • ✓ Provides real value before asking for anything
  • ✓ Builds trust through detailed, helpful tutorials
  • ✓ Targets a specific niche (candle makers)
  • ✓ Creates evergreen content that earns recurring commissions

Watch Wade's videos to see how top affiliates create education content for our users.

This is what success looks like: Create helpful, educational content that solves real problems for your maker audience - and the recurring commissions will follow.

Payout Details

When You Get Paid

  • Schedule: Monthly payouts via PayPal
  • Minimum Payout: $100 balance required
  • Tracking: Real-time reporting in your Refersion dashboard

What Happens After Signup?

  1. 1. You sign up → Instant approval (no waiting)
  2. 2. You share your link → Tracking starts immediately
  3. 3. Referral subscribes → Commission starts accruing
  4. 4. Monthly payout → Funds hit your PayPal once you reach $100

Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our customer support team.

How much commission do I earn?
20% on their first 12 payments. For monthly subscribers, that's 12 months of commissions ($9.80 × 12 = $117.60 total for Studio plan). For yearly subscribers, that's 12 annual renewals ($98/year × 12 = $1,176 total over 12 years for Studio plan).
When do I get paid?
Payouts are processed monthly via PayPal once your balance reaches $100. You can track your earnings in real-time through the Refersion dashboard.
How long does the cookie last?
90 days - if someone clicks your link today and subscribes within 90 days, you still get full credit and commission.
What makes a successful Craftybase affiliate?
Our top affiliates: (1) Have a maker audience (handmade/small-batch businesses), (2) Create educational content explaining why inventory matters, not just "check this out!", (3) Think long-term - yearly referrals can earn commissions for up to 12 years.
Do I need to be approved?
Most affiliates are instantly approved. We review applications to ensure your site doesn't promote prohibited content (see Section 2.1 of our terms). You'll typically know within 24-48 hours.
Can I promote Craftybase on social media or YouTube?
Absolutely! You can share your affiliate link anywhere - blog posts, YouTube descriptions, Instagram bios, email newsletters, Facebook groups, podcasts, etc. Just don't bid on our trademarked keywords in paid search ads.
What resources are available to help me promote?
You'll have access to your unique affiliate tracking link through the Refersion dashboard. You can create your own content, tutorials, and reviews - like Wade from Black Tie Barn does with his YouTube series. Many successful affiliates write blog posts, create video tutorials, or share tips in their newsletters explaining how Craftybase helps makers.
What if someone clicks my link but doesn't subscribe right away?
You'll still get credit if they subscribe within 90 days of clicking your link.
Can I promote to my bookkeeping or consulting clients?
Yes! Many of our affiliates are bookkeepers, accountants, and business coaches who recommend Craftybase to their maker clients. It's a natural fit if you work with product-based businesses.
Are there any restrictions on how I promote?
You cannot: (1) Bid on "Craftybase" or similar branded terms in PPC ads (instant ban), (2) Place our offers on coupon/discounter websites, (3) Run competing paid ad placements, (4) Use cookie-stuffing, parasiteware, or deceptive pop-ups, (5) Spam or send unsolicited emails, (6) Misrepresent yourself as Craftybase or an official partner. See our full Affiliate Terms for details.
Do I need to be a Craftybase customer to join?
Nope! You can promote Craftybase without having an account yourself. (Though if you're a maker, you might want to try it - 14-day free trial, no credit card required.)
How do I track my referrals and earnings?
All tracking happens automatically via your unique Refersion link. Log into your Refersion dashboard anytime to see clicks, conversions, and commission totals in real-time.
Who can join the affiliate program?
Anyone can join our affiliate program - you don't need a Craftybase account to start earning money with us. However, you'll be most successful if you have an existing audience of makers or handmade business owners.
What is Craftybase?
Craftybase is inventory and manufacturing software designed specifically for small-batch makers and artisan businesses. We help makers track materials, calculate COGS, manage production schedules, and generate accountant-ready reports - all without the spreadsheet chaos. Learn more on our features page or read customer stories.

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