Becoming a successful sub-affiliate on OKX offers a powerful opportunity to earn commissions by referring traders to one of the world’s leading digital asset platforms. Whether you're collaborating with established affiliates or building your own network, understanding the rules, responsibilities, and compliance requirements is essential for long-term success.
This guide breaks down everything you need to know about the OKX sub-affiliate program — from how to join and earn, to data privacy, compliance obligations, and potential risks of removal.
How to Become an OKX Sub-Affiliate
Joining the OKX sub-affiliate program is straightforward and flexible. You don’t need special approval to start — all you need is a connection with an existing OKX affiliate who allows sub-affiliates.
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To get started:
- Partner with one or more OKX affiliates who accept sub-affiliates.
- Use your unique sub-affiliate link provided through your partnership to invite eligible users.
- When someone signs up via your link and begins trading, you earn a commission based on the rate agreed upon with your affiliate.
You’re allowed to work with multiple affiliates simultaneously, giving you the freedom to diversify your income streams. However, commission rates are set individually by each affiliate — not by OKX — so it's important to communicate clearly and negotiate favorable terms.
For specific details about your sub-affiliate link structure or tracking methods, contact your affiliate directly, as OKX does not manage these individual agreements.
How Sub-Affiliates Earn Commissions
One of the most attractive features of the OKX sub-affiliate program is its real-time commission calculation and hourly payout distribution. Unlike platforms that delay payments for weeks, OKX ensures timely rewards that go directly into your funding account every hour.
Your earnings are tied to the trading activity of users you refer:
- Commissions apply equally to spot trading and derivatives trading.
- The exact commission rate depends on the agreement between you and your parent affiliate.
- Earnings can be monitored in real time on the Affiliates dashboard.
Note: Users located in Prohibited Jurisdictions may not generate commissions. Make sure you understand where your audience is based before promoting.
Transparency is key — you’ll always know how much you’ve earned, how many referrals converted, and which trades contributed to your income.
What Data Does My Affiliate Receive?
When you sign up using a sub-affiliate link, certain personal and account-related information becomes visible to the original affiliate for commission tracking purposes. This includes:
- Your personal data and profile details
- Unique user ID (UID)
- Masked contact information
- Country of registration
- Verification status (KYC level)
- Asset balances and transaction history
- Details of rejected transactions
This data sharing is necessary for accurate commission calculation under the Affiliate Program. If you're uncomfortable with this level of visibility, avoid signing up through any affiliate link.
OKX emphasizes transparency and user control — but once you join via a referral, data access cannot be revoked for that session.
Ongoing Compliance Obligations for Sub-Affiliates
As a sub-affiliate, you’re not just promoting a platform — you're representing it. That comes with serious legal and ethical responsibilities.
You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including:
- Anti-money laundering (AML) policies
- Sanctions compliance
- Advertising and marketing regulations
- Intellectual property rights
- Licensing and registration requirements in your jurisdiction
You are solely responsible for ensuring your promotional activities meet local and international standards. OKX does not provide legal advice or interpret regulatory frameworks for affiliates or sub-affiliates.
Furthermore, you agree that:
- You have not relied on OKX for compliance guidance.
- You will independently monitor changes in laws affecting crypto promotions.
- You will maintain high standards of integrity when educating or engaging your audience.
Failure to meet these obligations can result in immediate removal from the program — and potentially legal consequences.
Why Could a Sub-Affiliate Be Removed?
OKX maintains strict security and brand protection policies. Any suspicious or non-compliant behavior can lead to immediate termination from the sub-affiliate program.
Common reasons for removal include:
1. Impersonation or Brand Misuse
- Creating websites that mimic the official OKX site in design or URL (e.g., okx.xxx)
- Using OKX logos or branding as clickbait
- Operating social media accounts that resemble official OKX channels
2. Fraudulent Activity
- Self-referring through multiple accounts
- Sending fake invitation emails or SMS impersonating OKX staff
3. Unauthorized Advertising
- Bidding on brand keywords like “OKX” or “OKX Exchange” in search engine ads (Google, Bing, etc.)
- Posting affiliate links on platforms accessible in Prohibited Jurisdictions
4. Jurisdictional Violations
Promoting the program — including recruiting sub-affiliates — to users in restricted regions is strictly forbidden. These jurisdictions may change over time and are outlined in section 2.2 of OKX’s Terms of Service.
Any violation affects not only you but also your parent affiliate and their entire network. OKX reserves the right to terminate relationships across the chain and pursue legal action if necessary.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Do I need approval from OKX to become a sub-affiliate?
A: No direct approval is required. As long as an existing affiliate accepts you as a sub-affiliate and provides a link, you can begin referring users.
Q: How often are commissions paid out?
A: Commissions are distributed hourly to your funding account, ensuring fast and reliable payouts.
Q: Can I be a sub-affiliate for more than one person?
A: Yes, you can work with multiple affiliates at the same time and use different sub-affiliate links for each partnership.
Q: Are there countries where I can’t promote the program?
A: Yes. Promotion in Prohibited Jurisdictions — which include certain regulated or high-risk regions — is not allowed. Always verify the latest list in OKX’s official terms.
Q: Who sets my commission rate?
A: Your commission rate is negotiated directly with your affiliate partner. OKX does not intervene in these agreements.
Q: What happens if I accidentally promote in a banned region?
A: Even unintentional violations can lead to suspension or termination. It's crucial to understand geographic restrictions and use geo-targeting tools if running ads.
OKX evaluates all sub-affiliate links continuously to ensure compliance. For full details on acceptable use, review the sub-affiliate link rules.
The platform also reserves the right to modify or discontinue the affiliate program at any time without prior notice.
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