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6 guides in Explainers. Plain-language research on affiliate, referral, reseller, agency and franchise programs, with live tables pulled from the PartnersWatch Network.
Explainers · 2026-10-08SaaS Reseller Programs 2026: 87 Programs & Margins87 SaaS reseller programs, the six that publish a margin or discount, how white-label and billing ownership work, and what a reseller margin nets after costs.Explainers · 2026-10-02Affiliate vs Referral vs Reseller: Which Partner Model Fits?Affiliates earn commission on tracked links, referral partners are paid for direct introductions, and resellers own the sale. Here is how to choose.Explainers · 2026-10-02Fintech Partner Programs and Payments Referral ProgramsFintech partner programs pay referral fees or revenue share for introducing businesses to payments, banking and lending. Learn how volume-based deals work.Explainers · 2026-10-02How Affiliate and Partner Payouts WorkPartner payouts follow a cycle: commission is tracked, held through a refund window, approved, then paid on net terms once you pass the threshold.Explainers · 2026-10-02Partner Program Glossary: 70+ Terms Defined A to ZA partner program glossary defining 70+ affiliate, referral, reseller and franchise terms in one sentence each, from attribution window to white-label.Explainers · 2026-10-02Recurring vs One-Time Commission, Worked ExamplesRecurring commission pays on every renewal; one-time commission pays once. Which earns more depends on retention, price and any cap on payouts.