Frequently Asked Questions

The ReelShort affiliate/distribution program allows you to earn commissions by promoting ReelShort — the world's leading short drama streaming platform. When someone signs up through your unique affiliate link and makes a purchase (buys coins or subscribes), you earn a percentage of their spending. Commission rates go up to 30%.

You need an invitation code from an existing distributor to join. Email us at partner@shortdramapartner.com with your name, promotion channels (TikTok, YouTube, blog, etc.), and estimated traffic. We'll send you an invitation code and registration link within 24-48 hours — completely free.

Earnings depend on your traffic volume and conversion rate. Beginners can earn $500-$1,000/month, while established affiliates with multiple traffic sources and sub-affiliates regularly earn $5,000-$10,000+/month. The commission rate starts at a base rate and increases up to 30% as you drive more referrals.

No, you can start with social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube. Many successful affiliates start with just a TikTok account. However, having a website gives you better SEO opportunities and higher conversion rates over the long term.

Yes, 100% free. You should never pay to participate in a legitimate affiliate program. All you need is an invitation code, which we provide for free. There are no signup fees, monthly fees, or hidden costs.

ReelShort uses a tiered commission system: Starter tier (0-50 referrals/month) earns a base rate, Growth tier (51-200 referrals) earns an increased rate, and Pro tier (200+ referrals) earns up to 30%. The more quality traffic you drive, the higher your commission percentage.

When you join using someone's invitation code, you become their sub-affiliate. They earn a small bonus percentage (5-10%) on your earnings — but this bonus is paid BY ReelShort and does NOT reduce your commission. You can also invite others using your own invitation code and earn from their performance.

Payments are processed monthly on a Net-30 basis, meaning you receive your earnings within 30 days after the end of each month. The minimum payout threshold is $50 — if your balance is below $50, it rolls over to the next month.

ReelShort supports PayPal, bank transfer, Payoneer, and wire transfer. PayPal is the fastest option, typically arriving within 1-2 hours after processing.

The most effective content types are: drama cliffhanger clips (TikTok/Reels), long-form reviews and top 10 lists (YouTube), SEO blog posts targeting keywords like 'ReelShort review' and 'best short drama app', and email newsletters with weekly drama recommendations. Short-form video drives traffic; long-form content drives conversions.

Yes, paid advertising (Facebook Ads, Google Ads, TikTok Ads) is allowed as long as you comply with ReelShort's marketing guidelines. Avoid bidding on the brand keyword 'ReelShort' and avoid misleading ad copy. Always read the affiliate agreement before running paid campaigns.

Yes, ReelShort provides promotional materials including video clips, banners, and landing pages for affiliates. You can use these in your content within the program's guidelines. Adding your own commentary, reactions, or analysis makes your content more engaging and avoids platform flags for unoriginal content.

You must clearly disclose affiliate relationships in your content. Add a disclaimer like 'This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase — at no extra cost to you.' This is required by FTC guidelines and builds trust with your audience.

Your affiliate link contains a unique tracking ID. When a user clicks your link and signs up on ReelShort, the system tracks the referral using a 30-day cookie. If they make a purchase within 30 days of clicking your link, you earn the commission.

ReelShort provides an affiliate dashboard where you can track clicks, signups, conversions, revenue generated, commission earned, and payment history in real time. You can also see the performance of your sub-affiliates if you've recruited any.

That's what the 30-day cookie is for. If someone clicks your link today and makes a purchase any time in the next 30 days, you still earn the commission — even if they didn't buy on their first visit.