How do you evaluate an HR software affiliate program?
To evaluate an HR software affiliate program, compare six terms: commission type and rate, any cap, the attribution window, the hold before commission is payable, the payout minimum and method, and the rules for promotion. Sales cycles for HR buyers are longer than for consumers, so the window and the hold matter most.
Program terms as of 31 October 2026. Terms can change with notice.
At a glance
- Commission can be one-time (first payment only) or recurring. Know which one before you promote.
- A cap limits the commission per sale. A hold delays when it becomes payable.
- Payout minimums and currency decide when you actually get paid.
- Read the promotion rules and the disclosure requirements first.
The six terms to compare
| Term | What to ask | Why it matters for HR |
|---|---|---|
| Commission type and rate | Percentage of what, and for how long? | HR buyers may sign a plan once and stay for years |
| Cap | Maximum per sale? | A cap limits upside on large accounts |
| Attribution window | How long does the referral stay tied to you? | Employer decisions can take weeks |
| Hold period | When is a commission payable? | Refunds and chargebacks may reverse it |
| Payout minimum and method | Threshold, currency, fees | Small affiliates can wait a long time |
| Promotion rules | What is banned? | Paid search on brand terms, cold email and earnings claims are often banned |
How does LiveRec compare on these terms?
| Term | LiveRec |
|---|---|
| Rate | 15% of an employer's or recruiter's first payment, capped at $500 per sale; 20% of a seeker's first payment; 5% on sub-affiliate earnings |
| Type | First payment only |
| Attribution | 90 days |
| Hold | 60 days |
| Minimum payout | $100, monthly cycle, bank transfer in US dollars |
| Eligibility | United States for now; other countries can join a waitlist |
Details are in how affiliate commissions work and payouts.
What do the rules prohibit?
LiveRec's rules ask you to disclose that you are paid and ban promises of guaranteed earnings, cold email or text to people who did not ask, posting on coupon sites, advertising on LinkedIn, targeting people under 18 and bidding on the LiveRec brand in paid search. See program rules.
Disclosure
The FTC says to disclose any financial relationship with a brand next to the endorsement. Copy-paste wording is in the affiliate disclosure template.
Questions to ask before you join any program
- Is the product something my audience needs?
- Can I use it myself first?
- What happens to my commission if the customer cancels or is refunded?
- Can the program change rates, and with how much notice?
- Who handles support for the people I refer?
FAQ
Is recurring commission better? Not automatically. It depends on the product, the cap and the hold.
Who pays for the commission? The program pays you. The referred buyer pays the same price as everyone else.
Where do I read LiveRec's terms? See the LiveRec affiliate program and recruiting affiliate program commission.
Sources
- FTC, Disclosures 101 for Social Media Influencers - https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/disclosures-101-social-media-influencers (accessed 31 October 2026)
- content/help/affiliate/program-rules-for-promoting-liverec.md (accessed 31 October 2026)
- content/help/affiliate/how-affiliate-commissions-work.md (accessed 31 October 2026)
This is general information, not legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules change and your situation may differ. Consult a licensed attorney or qualified adviser.