
Comparing Squarespace Affiliate Program vs Circle Referral Payments
Our exclusive membership programs offer opportunities to earn commissions from generating Squarespace subscriptions, with two distinct options available at no cost: the Affiliate Program and Circle referral payment benefit.
Squarespace Affiliate Program
Generate income through tracked links and banners placed on your website. After approval through a thorough site review, you can earn commissions for first-time customers who purchase:
- Website Personal/Business subscriptions
- Squarespace Commerce subscriptions
- Acuity Scheduling subscriptions
Commission rates range from $100-$200 per subscription, with no annual earning cap. Acuity Scheduling referrals earn $45 when customers subscribe within 45 days.
Key Affiliate Benefits:
- Access to updated creative assets
- Monthly newsletter with platform updates
- Custom tracking links and banners
- Performance insights dashboard
- No Circle membership required
Squarespace Circle Referral Payment
Available exclusively to Circle Gold or Platinum Partners, this program offers:
- Commission earnings without tracking links
- Requires meeting qualifying subscription thresholds
- Specific qualifying period requirements
- Automatic commission credit application
Program Comparison:
- Affiliate Program: Open to all approved applicants, requires tracking links
- Circle Referral: Limited to Gold/Platinum Partners, no tracking required
- Both programs: Free to join, no participation fees
Both programs can be used simultaneously, offering multiple revenue streams for web professionals. Each program requires separate application and approval processes, with different commission structures and qualification criteria.
For Acuity Scheduling affiliates, you must provide live links or screenshots demonstrating active Acuity content. Contact [email protected] for specific Acuity program inquiries.
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