Review Methodology
How we evaluate forex affiliate programs, broker partner offers, CPA deals, revenue share plans, IB programs, payout terms, tracking tools, restrictions, and sponsored placements.
Program terms can change. Our methodology focuses on comparison clarity, affiliate decision value, and transparent disclosure.
Methodology Focus
- Commission model
- Payout terms
- Tracking tools
- Promotion restrictions
- Traffic suitability
- Broker entity notes
- Affiliate support
- Last verified dates
What We Review
We evaluate forex affiliate programs from the perspective of affiliates, IB partners, publishers, and traffic owners.
Commission Model
We check whether the program uses CPA, revenue share, hybrid, IB, rebate per lot, or sub-affiliate commission.
Payout Terms
We check minimum payout, payment frequency, payment methods, approval periods, and payout clarity.
Tracking Tools
We check whether affiliates can track clicks, registrations, deposits, qualified clients, revenue, and approved commissions.
Promotion Restrictions
We check rules around brand bidding, self-referral, rebate sharing, paid ads, short trade rules, and regional limits.
Traffic Suitability
We check which traffic types may fit: SEO, PPC, trading communities, rebate businesses, IB teams, email, or social traffic.
Broker Trust and Entity Notes
We check public entity information, regional availability, official partner pages, and broker-related terms without making exaggerated safety claims.
Affiliate Support
We check affiliate manager access, marketing materials, reporting help, and support channels where information is available.
Rating Factors
Our ratings are based on affiliate program value, not only broker popularity or headline commission.
| Factor | What We Check | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Commission Potential | CPA, RevShare, IB, rebate, hybrid options, and realistic earning structure | Headline commission alone does not show whether affiliates can qualify and get paid. |
| Payout Reliability | Minimum payout, payment frequency, approval process, and payment clarity | Affiliates need predictable and understandable payment terms. |
| Tracking Quality | Dashboard, tracking links, sub-ID, reporting, client activity, and approval visibility | Poor tracking makes campaign performance difficult to judge. |
| Promotion Restrictions | Brand bidding, self-referral, rebate rules, paid traffic rules, short-trade rules, and regional restrictions | Restrictions can decide whether commissions are approved or rejected. |
| Traffic Suitability | SEO, PPC, IB, rebate, community, email, and regional traffic fit | A program can be strong for one traffic type and weak for another. |
| Broker Trust and Entity Clarity | Official partner page, broker entity notes, regional availability, and disclosure clarity | Affiliates should verify which entity and terms apply before promoting. |
| Affiliate Support | Affiliate manager, marketing materials, communication quality, and partner support | Support matters when campaigns need approval, troubleshooting, or updated terms. |
How We Evaluate Different Page Types
Different comparison pages require different evaluation emphasis.
Best Forex Affiliate Programs
Focus
Overall program value, commission options, payout clarity, tracking tools, restrictions, traffic fit, and affiliate support.
Best CPA Forex Affiliate Programs
Focus
CPA range, qualification rules, approval clarity, minimum deposit or trading requirements, traffic approval, and regional CPA tiers.
Best Revenue Share Forex Affiliate Programs
Focus
Revenue share rate, lifetime terms, client activity rules, negative carryover, payout clarity, and reporting transparency.
Best Forex IB Programs
Focus
Rebate per lot, tier structure, sub-IB options, client reporting, volume requirements, payout terms, and regional approval.
Forex Affiliate Program Restrictions
Focus
Brand bidding, self-referral, rebate sharing, short-trade rules, minimum activity, cookie duration, regional restrictions, and payment approval.
Sponsored Placements and Editorial Independence
Sponsored placements can support the website, but they should not remove transparency or editorial separation.
Sponsored Labels
Sponsored placements, paid ads, and promotional placements are labeled where applicable.
Rankings Cannot Be Purchased
Payment does not guarantee a specific ranking, rating, review conclusion, or recommendation.
Claims Must Be Verifiable
Advertisers should provide official partner pages, written terms, or verifiable documentation for commission, payout, regulation, and restriction claims.
Editorial Updates
Brokers may request program updates or corrections, but submitted information may be reviewed before publication.
Last Verified Dates and Updates
Forex affiliate program terms can change, so comparison pages should show when information was last reviewed where possible.
- Last verified dates help users understand when program information was last checked.
- Commission rates, payout rules, regional availability, approval rules, and promotional offers can change.
- A recent update date does not guarantee that every term is still current. Users should always verify current details with the broker’s official partner page or written affiliate agreement.
Verification Process
Review official partner page or available program source
Check commission and payout fields
Check restrictions and regional notes
Update page data where needed
Display last verified date where applicable
Data Sources
Program information may come from multiple sources, but official and written sources are preferred.
Official Broker Partner Pages
Used for commission model, application process, available program details, and public partner terms.
Affiliate Agreements
Used where written terms are available or provided by broker partner teams.
Partner Dashboards
Used for tracking, reporting, payment, and campaign information when available.
Public Program Information
Used for general program descriptions, public campaign materials, or official broker resources.
Broker Communications
Used when broker representatives provide written clarification or updated details.
User-Submitted Corrections
Used as correction leads, but may require verification before updates are published.
Important: We aim to avoid presenting unverifiable data as confirmed fact.
Methodology Limitations
No comparison methodology can remove the need to verify current broker terms before applying.
Terms May Change
Commission rates, CPA conditions, payout rules, restrictions, and promotions can change.
Regional Offers May Differ
The same broker may offer different terms depending on client country, affiliate region, or broker entity.
Approval Rules May Vary
CPA, IB, revenue share, and rebate approval rules can depend on traffic quality, client activity, and written agreement terms.
Broker Entities May Differ
The brand shown publicly may operate through different entities depending on region.
Sponsored Data Needs Verification
Sponsored or advertiser-submitted data should still be checked against official terms.
Information May Be Incomplete
Some brokers do not publish every partner rule publicly.
Data Correction Process
Brokers, affiliate managers, and readers can submit corrections or updated program information.
Submit Request
Use the contact page to send the update.
Source Links
Include official partner page URLs, written terms, or documentation.
Specify Fields
Mention commission, payout, restrictions, or specific data.
Verification
Submitted information may be reviewed before publication.
Page Update
If accepted, the page and verification date may be updated.