Ready to turn your Badass Network membership into a genuine income stream? The affiliate programme lets you earn money by sharing something you already believe in—and the best part? You’re automatically enrolled when you become a member. No extra forms, no approval process, no waiting.
This guide walks you through everything you need to know to start earning: how the programme works, where to find your affiliate link, and how to make your first referral.
What You’ll Learn
- How the Badass Network affiliate programme works
- Where to find your unique affiliate link
- How commissions are calculated and tracked
- What makes a successful referral
- Tips for getting started with your first promotion
What You’ll Need
- An active Badass Network membership
- Access to your member dashboard
- Someone who might benefit from joining (or an audience to share with)
How the Programme Works
The concept is simple: you share your unique affiliate link, someone clicks it and becomes a paying member, and you earn a commission. Not just once—every month they stay a member.
Here’s the breakdown:
- Commission rate: 40% of the membership fee
- Current earnings: €10 per referral per month (40% of €25)
- Payment type: Recurring—you earn as long as your referral stays active
- Cookie duration: 30 days
You’re Already Enrolled
Here’s something people often miss: enrolment is automatic. The moment you became a Badass Network member, your affiliate account was created. Your unique tracking link is sitting in your dashboard right now, ready to use.
No application. No waiting period. No approval process. Just log in and start sharing.
Finding Your Affiliate Link
Your affiliate link is the key to tracking referrals. When someone clicks your link and signs up within 30 days, you get credit for the referral.
Log into your Badass Network account
Head to badassnetwork.com and sign in with your member credentials.
Navigate to your dashboard
Once logged in, you’ll land on your member dashboard.
Find the Affiliate section
Look for “Affiliate” or “Referrals” in your dashboard menu.
Copy your unique link
Your personalised affiliate link will be displayed. Click to copy it.
Your link will look something like: badassnetwork.com/?ref=yourname
This is your link. Guard it, share it, and use it everywhere you promote Badass Network.
How Tracking Works
When someone clicks your affiliate link, a cookie is placed in their browser. This cookie lasts for 30 days. If they sign up within that window, you get credit—even if they don’t sign up immediately.
First-Referral Attribution
What happens if someone clicks multiple affiliate links from different people? Simple: the first affiliate wins. If a prospect clicks your link first, then sees another affiliate’s content and clicks their link, you still get credit for the referral.
This rewards affiliates who introduce new people to Badass Network, rather than those who just happen to be the last click before signup.
What Makes a Qualifying Referral
For you to earn a commission, your referral needs to:
- Click your unique affiliate link before signing up
- Complete the full registration process
- Make their first successful membership payment
- Not request a refund within any applicable refund period
- Be a new member (not someone who was previously a member)
Once they’ve completed their first payment and passed any refund period, you’ll start earning commissions on their ongoing membership.
What Doesn’t Count
Some referrals won’t qualify for commissions:
- Self-referrals: You can’t refer yourself or your own additional accounts
- Family members: Immediate family or people in your household
- Fraudulent sign-ups: Fake accounts or incentivised sign-ups
- Refunded memberships: If they cancel and get a refund
- Former members: People rejoining who were previously members
Your First Promotion
Got your link? Great. Now what? Here are some natural ways to make your first referral:
Start with Who You Know
Think about people in your life who might genuinely benefit from Badass Network:
- Friends who’ve mentioned wanting to start a blog
- Colleagues looking for a side project
- People you’ve connected with who are interested in content creation
- Members of groups or communities you’re part of
A personal recommendation from someone they trust is the most effective form of marketing.
Share Your Experience
If you’re active on social media or have your own blog, share your Badass Network experience. Talk about what you’re learning, the content you’re creating, the community—authentic enthusiasm is contagious.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Enrolment is automatic when you become a Badass Network member. Your affiliate link is ready and waiting in your dashboard—just log in and start sharing.
The tracking cookie lasts 30 days. If someone clicks your link and signs up within 30 days, you receive credit for the referral.
We use first-referral attribution. The affiliate whose link was clicked first gets credit, regardless of any subsequent links clicked.
No. Self-referrals don’t qualify for commissions. This includes referring yourself, alternate accounts, or immediate family members.
You start earning once your referral completes their first successful payment and passes any applicable refund period. After that, you earn recurring commissions for as long as they remain an active member.
No limit at all. Refer as many people as you can. The more active referrals you have, the more recurring income you earn each month.
What’s Next?
Now that you understand the basics, you’re ready to start earning. Here’s your action plan:
- Log into your dashboard and grab your affiliate link
- Think of 3-5 people who might genuinely benefit from Badass Network
- Reach out with a personal message sharing why you joined
- Check out our guide on Promoting Badass Network Effectively for more strategies
Need Help?
Questions about the affiliate programme? Can’t find your link? Not sure if something qualifies as a valid promotion? We’re here to help.
Contact us at [email protected] or visit the Support Centre for more resources.