What are Referrals?
Referrals are structured partnership programs where:
- Existing clients introduce new traders to the platform
- Referrers earn commissions based on their referrals' trading activity
- Multi-level relationships can be established (parent-child hierarchy)
- Different program types cater to various partner needs
Why Referrals are Required
Referral programs are essential for sustainable platform growth because they:
- Leverage existing client networks to acquire new traders
- Create additional revenue streams for active community members
- Build trust through personal recommendations
- Reduce customer acquisition costs
- Foster a growing trading community
Required Components
Program Structure
- Referral Types: Define commission rules and payout schedules
- Client Hierarchy: Parent-child relationships with multiple levels
- Commission Models: Revenue share or fixed amount per lot
- Status Management: Enable/disable functionality for participant control
Client Management
- Referral Clients: Track all participants in referral programs
- Relationship Mapping: View and manage parent-child connections
- Reward Tracking: Monitor commission earnings and payouts
- Status Control: Activate or deactivate referral participation
Operational Requirements
- Currency Settings: Define commission payment currencies
- Execution Types: Set commission calculation methods
- Payout Schedules: Configure regular payment cycles
- Commission Amounts: Standard rates per lot traded
Core Functionality
The referral system enables:
- Automated commission calculations
- Multi-level partnership tracking
- Flexible program configurations
- Real-time performance monitoring
- Streamlined payout processing