Interactive Brokers Affiliate Program

About Interactive Brokers Affiliate Program

Interactive Brokers is a premier online brokerage used by professional traders, institutional investors, and sophisticated individual investors across 150+ markets in 33 countries. Their affiliate program stands out from consumer-focused brokerage programs by offering both a per-funded-account bonus ($200) and ongoing revenue share on trading commissions generated by referred clients. This hybrid model means a single active trader referral can generate hundreds or even thousands of dollars over their lifetime, far exceeding the one-time payouts offered by retail-focused platforms like Webull or Robinhood. IBKR's reputation for the lowest margin rates in the industry, access to global markets, and sophisticated trading tools (TWS platform) appeals to a high-value audience. Finance content creators targeting experienced investors, options traders, and international investors find IBKR particularly lucrative because referred users tend to be active, well-funded traders.

This program is listed in Finance & Investing. It is managed through the Direct / In-House network. The commission model is recurring.

Payment Methods

Bank Transfer

• How do I join the Interactive Brokers affiliate program?

  Apply through the Interactive Brokers Partner Program page. You need a website or platform with finance-related content. Approval typically takes 3-5 business days with a review of your site quality and traffic.
• What counts as a funded account for commission purposes?

  A funded account requires a minimum deposit (usually $2,000 for margin accounts). The referral must complete identity verification and fund their account within the cookie window for you to earn commission.
• Does Interactive Brokers offer recurring commissions?

  Yes, in addition to the flat per-account bonus, IBKR offers an ongoing revenue share on trading commissions generated by referred clients, creating genuine long-term passive income.
• What makes Interactive Brokers different from other brokerage affiliate programs?

  IBKR targets serious traders and institutional investors rather than beginners. This means higher account values, more active trading, and significantly higher lifetime value per referral compared to consumer-focused apps like Robinhood or Webull.