KuCoin
Comprehensive cryptocurrency exchange platform offering spot, futures, and margin trading services globally.
Commission Structure
Revenue Share
Commission Rate
0%-60%
Cookie Duration
7 days
Commission Duration
Lifetime
KuCoin is a global cryptocurrency exchange that provides a wide array of digital asset services, including spot trading, futures, margin trading, and staking. Often referred to as the "People's Exchange," it supports hundreds of tokens and maintains a high-liquidity environment for retail and institutional traders alike. For affiliates, the platform offers a robust program designed to monetize traffic from crypto-focused communities, content creators, and media outlets.
The KuCoin Affiliate Program operates primarily on a revenue-share model where partners can earn up to 60% of the trading fees generated by their referrals. This commission applies to both spot and futures trading activities. One of the standout features of the program is its "permanent" referral relationship, meaning that once a user signs up through an affiliate link, the affiliate continues to earn commissions from that user's trading activity indefinitely, provided the program terms are met. This creates a long-term recurring revenue stream rather than a one-time acquisition fee.
Affiliates benefit from a multi-tier structure that includes second-tier commissions. This allows partners to earn additional income by referring other affiliates to the program, capturing a percentage of the sub-affiliates' earnings. The program also features a transparent dashboard for real-time tracking of clicks, registrations, and commission payouts. To support conversion, KuCoin allows affiliates to create customized referral links where they can share a portion of the commission back with their invitees as a trading fee discount, acting as a powerful incentive for new users to sign up.
To qualify for the program, KuCoin typically looks for influencers with at least 5,000 followers on social media or community leaders with over 500 members. However, crypto-related websites, tool providers, and professional organizations are also encouraged to apply. Commissions are calculated and distributed daily, providing a highly liquid earning environment for active promoters.