Cloudways Affiliate Program
Network: Direct / In-House
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About Cloudways Affiliate Program
Cloudways is a managed cloud hosting platform now owned by DigitalOcean, offering simplified deployment on top of providers like DigitalOcean, AWS, Google Cloud, Vultr, and Linode. Their affiliate program offers two models: a slab-based structure paying $30-$125 per sale (based on volume), or a hybrid model with smaller upfront payment plus 7% recurring lifetime commission. The 90-day cookie and flexible commission models make Cloudways appealing for both content creators seeking immediate payouts and those building recurring income streams.
This program is listed in Web Hosting. It is managed through the Direct / In-House network. The commission model is hybrid.
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Pros
- Flexible commission: flat or recurring
- 90-day cookie duration
- Managed hosting on AWS, GCP, DO, Vultr, Linode
- Easy approval process
- Owned by DigitalOcean
Cons
- $250 payout threshold is high
- More technical audience
- Requires explaining cloud hosting concepts
You will be redirected to the program signup page
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does Cloudways pay affiliates?
Cloudways offers two models: slab-based ($30-$125 per sale based on volume) or hybrid (smaller upfront + 7% recurring lifetime commission).
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