What is Chargebacks?
When a commission is reversed because the referred customer requests a refund, disputes a charge, or returns a product. Chargebacks reduce an affiliate's earnings and may indicate issues with product quality or customer satisfaction.
Related Terms
Commission
The payment an affiliate earns for generating a sale, lead, or action. Commissions can be a percentage of the sale price, a flat fee per action, or a recurring payment for subscription products. Commission structures vary widely across affiliate programs.
Payout
The transfer of earned commissions from an affiliate program to the affiliate. Programs typically have a minimum payout threshold (e.g., $50 or $100) that must be reached before funds are disbursed. Payment methods include bank transfer, PayPal, check, or cryptocurrency.