Two Ways to Partner with WebOps
If you build websites for clients or recommend hosting as part of your work, you have two ways to earn with WebOps: our affiliate program and our reseller program. They solve different problems and suit different business models, so the right choice depends on how involved you want to be.
Affiliate vs. Reseller at a Glance
| Affiliate Program | Reseller Program | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Refer clients to WebOps; we handle everything | Sell hosting under your own brand; we provide the infrastructure |
| Earnings | 15% recurring commission, paid monthly | You set your own prices; keep the margin |
| Startup cost | Free to join | Reseller plan purchase required |
| Client relationship | Clients are WebOps customers; you earn passively | Clients are your customers; you manage billing and support |
| Branding | WebOps branded | White-label under your brand |
| Support responsibility | WebOps handles all support | You provide first-line support |
| Technical skill needed | None | Moderate - hosting and server basics |
| Best for | Freelancers, bloggers, consultants | Agencies building a hosting brand |
The Affiliate Program: Earn Without the Overhead
Our affiliate program is built for people who recommend hosting but don't want to manage it. You share your referral link, and when someone signs up, you earn 15% recurring commission on every payment they make - not just the first one. As long as they stay a WebOps customer, you keep earning.
What makes it work
- Lifetime attribution - your referral link tracks the customer permanently, so you earn on renewals, upgrades, and add-ons
- Payouts at $50 - balance is paid via account credit (applied automatically) or PayPal once you cross the $50 minimum
- 30-day commission hold - new referrals are held for 30 days to clear the refund window, then become withdrawable
- No cost, no risk - joining is free and there's nothing to maintain
- Real-time tracking - see clicks, signups, and earnings in your affiliate dashboard
For context, most hosting affiliate programs pay a one-time bounty ($50-$150 per sale) and you never hear from that customer again. A 15% recurring model means a single referral paying $50/month earns you $7.50 every month, indefinitely. Ten active referrals at that rate is $75/month in passive income that grows as you add more.
Ready to get started? Our step-by-step affiliate guide walks you through signup, linking, and your first referral.
The Reseller Program: Build Your Own Hosting Brand
Reseller hosting is a different business entirely. You purchase hosting capacity from WebOps at volume pricing, then sell it to your clients under your own brand. Your clients never see the WebOps name - they see yours.
What's included
- White-label control panel - clients log into a branded experience you control
- Volume discounts - the more you sell, the better your margins
- Custom plan creation - set your own storage limits, bandwidth, pricing tiers
- Server management by WebOps - we handle security patches, uptime, and hardware so you don't have to
The trade-off is responsibility. You handle client billing, first-line support, and account management. That's more work, but it also means higher margins and a business asset you own. Agencies that host 20+ client sites often find reseller hosting more profitable than affiliate commissions.
Interested? Contact our sales team for reseller pricing and a walkthrough of the white-label setup.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose the affiliate program if:
- You recommend hosting but don't want to support it
- You want passive, recurring income with zero overhead
- You're a freelancer, consultant, or content creator with an audience
Choose the reseller program if:
- You want to offer hosting as a branded service under your business name
- You manage 20+ websites and want to consolidate billing
- You're building an agency where hosting is part of your service package
Some partners start as affiliates and move to reseller as their client base grows. Others do both - reseller for their managed clients, affiliate for referrals they don't want to support directly. There's no wrong answer.
If you work with clients on an ongoing basis and want a structured referral relationship, our Agency Referral Program is also worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I realistically earn as an affiliate?
It depends on your referral volume and what plans your referrals choose. With 15% recurring commissions, five clients on $40/month plans would earn you $30/month - and that grows every time you add a referral. Unlike one-time bounty programs, your income compounds over time.
Do I need technical skills for either program?
Not for the affiliate program - just share your link and we handle everything else. The reseller program requires basic hosting knowledge since you'll be managing client accounts, but WebOps handles the server infrastructure behind the scenes.
Can I switch from affiliate to reseller later?
Yes. Many partners start as affiliates to test the waters, then upgrade to reseller when they have enough clients to justify it. Contact our team and we'll help you transition.
What's the difference between affiliate and the Agency Referral Program?
The affiliate program is self-service: you get a link, share it, and earn commissions. The Agency Referral Program is a more hands-on partnership with dedicated support, co-branded materials, and custom arrangements for agencies sending consistent volume.
Questions? Contact us at support [at] webops [dot] host or submit a support ticket. Our team is available 9am-5pm, 7 days a week (24/7 for emergencies).
