edX Affiliate Program alternatives
edX lists Commission on verified certificates and paid-only courses (rate not published). If that rate, model or product isn't the right fit for your audience, these 6 education programs accept the same kinds of partners, and 2 of them pay recurring commission.
Terms checked October 2026 · PartnersWatch is not affiliated with these brands
Quick picks
- Highest stated percentage: Coursera, Baseline 15%–45% on eligible purchases, plus performance bonuses.
- Recurring alternative: Domestika, 40% of first-time purchases, 20% on recurring purchases, US$2 per referred sign-up without purchase.
edX vs alternatives: side by side
| Program | Terms | Model | Partner types | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| edX | Commission on verified certificates and paid-only courses (rate not published) | Revenue share | Affiliate | Not published |
| Udemy | Commission on valid purchases (rates not published) | Revenue share | Affiliate | Not published |
| Coursera | Baseline 15%–45% on eligible purchases, plus performance bonuses | One-time | Affiliate | Not published |
| Skillshare | 20% commission, up to $34 per new customer | One-time | Affiliate | Not published |
| Domestika | 40% of first-time purchases, 20% on recurring purchases, US$2 per referred sign-up without purchase | Revenue share | Affiliate | Not published |
| EmailOctopus | 30% of revenue for 12 months | Recurring | Affiliate | Not published |
| Babbel | Up to €75 per Babbel App subscription; €80 per Babbel Live subscription | Flat fee / bounty | Affiliate | Not published |
The 6 alternatives
Udemy Affiliate Program
Earn commission promoting Udemy courses and subscriptions via Impact. Terms: Commission on valid purchases (rates not published). Partners get publisher-exclusive promotions, deep linking and creative assets, application review in 3–4 business days.
Coursera Affiliate Program
Commission on courses, certificates and Coursera Plus subscriptions you refer. Terms: Baseline 15%–45% on eligible purchases, plus performance bonuses. Partners get banners and text links, weekly affiliate newsletter, daily-updated product feed.
Skillshare Affiliate Program
20% commission (up to $34) per new Skillshare customer, 30-day cookie. Terms: 20% commission, up to $34 per new customer. Partners get free to join, monthly rotating exclusive offers, real-time tracking dashboard.
Domestika Affiliate Program
40% on first purchases from creative courses you refer, 30-day cookie. Terms: 40% of first-time purchases, 20% on recurring purchases, US$2 per referred sign-up without purchase. Partners get real-time referral dashboard, promote any course, promo or subscription, 30-day referral cookie.
EmailOctopus Affiliate Program
30% recurring commission for a full year on EmailOctopus referrals. Terms: 30% of revenue for 12 months. Partners get free affiliate account, 31-day referral cookie.
Babbel Partner Program
Earn up to €75 per Babbel subscription you refer. Terms: Up to €75 per Babbel App subscription; €80 per Babbel Live subscription. Partners get access to sitewide discount promotions, established consumer brand with high conversion.
FAQ
What are the best alternatives to the edX Affiliate Program?
The closest matches in the PartnersWatch directory are Udemy (Commission on valid purchases (rates not published)); Coursera (Baseline 15%–45% on eligible purchases, plus performance bonuses); Skillshare (20% commission, up to $34 per new customer); Domestika (40% of first-time purchases, 20% on recurring purchases, US$2 per referred sign-up without purchase); EmailOctopus (30% of revenue for 12 months). Each is open to affiliates like edX's program.
Is there a edX alternative with recurring commission?
Yes. Domestika lists 40% of first-time purchases, 20% on recurring purchases, US$2 per referred sign-up without purchase, so you keep earning while referred customers keep paying.
edX or Udemy: which partner program is better?
edX lists Commission on verified certificates and paid-only courses (rate not published) (revenue share); Udemy lists Commission on valid purchases (rates not published) (revenue share). The better one is the product your audience is more likely to buy and keep, so compare fit before rate.
How were these edX alternatives chosen?
We match listings in the same industry that accept the same partner types, then prefer the same commission model. Terms come from each brand's public partner page; confirm them before you promote.
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