OnlySocial vs Sprout Social affiliate program
OnlySocial lists 15% on all sales and renewals, lifetime attribution. Sprout Social lists Referral revenue based on annual contract value. Both are software & saas programs open to referral partners; here is how they differ.
Facts from each brand's partner page · PartnersWatch is not affiliated with either
Side by side
| OnlySocial Affiliate Program | Sprout Social Agency Partner Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Terms | 15% on all sales and renewals, lifetime attribution | Referral revenue based on annual contract value |
| Model | Recurring | Revenue share |
| Partner types | Affiliate, Referral partner | Agency, Referral partner |
| Requirements | Not published | Access to the Sprout app (free trial or sales conversation) |
| Partner perks | Dedicated affiliate support team | Partner portal, Training and resources, Agency community, Free client account access |
Which one should you pick?
Pick OnlySocial if
- you want recurring income: OnlySocial pays on renewals (15% on all sales and renewals, lifetime attribution), Sprout Social doesn't say it does.
- you work as affiliate: Sprout Social doesn't list that track.
Pick Sprout Social if
- you work as agency: OnlySocial doesn't list that track.
- you lean on partner support: Sprout Social lists partner portal, training and resources, agency community.
Either way, the program that earns more is the one whose product your readers already want. A higher rate on something they won't buy pays nothing.
About each program
OnlySocial Affiliate Program
OnlySocial, a social media management platform, pays affiliates a share of every sale and renewal from customers they refer. Referrals are linked to the affiliate for life, and a support team helps affiliates.
Sprout Social Agency Partner Program
Sprout Social's Agency Partner Program is for agencies that deliver social media services. Partners apply, submit client referrals and get free user access to the client's account to deliver their services. They earn referral revenue based on annual contract value, plus training, resources and a partner community.
FAQ
Which pays more, OnlySocial or Sprout Social?
OnlySocial lists 15% on all sales and renewals, lifetime attribution; Sprout Social lists Referral revenue based on annual contract value. The headline terms aren't directly comparable, so model a typical referral for your audience on both.
Can I join both the OnlySocial and Sprout Social programs?
Usually, yes. Most affiliate terms don't require exclusivity, but check each program's terms for rules on competing brands, brand-keyword bidding and coupon sites before you promote both.
Is PartnersWatch affiliated with OnlySocial or Sprout Social?
No. Both programs are listed from their own public partner pages, and either brand can claim or correct its listing.