Let affiliates earn commissions on their own purchases through referral links
AffiliateWP - Allow Own Referrals
AffiliateWP Allow Own Referrals enables affiliates to earn commissions when they purchase products through their own referral links, useful for self-referral discount programs and loyalty incentives.
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What is AffiliateWP - Allow Own Referrals?
AffiliateWP Allow Own Referrals is an add-on that enables affiliates to earn commissions on their own purchases made through their referral links. It removes the default self-referral block in AffiliateWP, supporting loyalty discount programs, employee purchase incentives, and affiliate retention strategies.
Key Features
Self-Referral Commissions
Allows affiliates to earn commissions on purchases made through their own referral links.
Standard Workflow
Self-referrals are processed through the same AffiliateWP tracking and payout system as regular referrals.
E-Commerce Compatibility
Works with WooCommerce, Easy Digital Downloads, and other AffiliateWP-supported platforms.
Referral Logging
Self-referrals appear in the admin referral log with full tracking data for review.
Commission Rates
Standard AffiliateWP commission rates and rules apply to self-referral transactions.
Add-On Compatibility
Works alongside other AffiliateWP add-ons without conflicts or additional configuration.
Who is this for?
Pros
- Enables self-referral commissions that are blocked by default in AffiliateWP
- Works with WooCommerce, Easy Digital Downloads, and other integrations
- Self-referrals processed through standard AffiliateWP workflow and reporting
- Simple activation without complex configuration requirements
Cons
- •No per-affiliate toggle — self-referrals are enabled globally for all affiliates
- •Requires monitoring to prevent unintended commission payouts on self-purchases
Product Description
AffiliateWP Allow Own Referrals removes the default restriction that prevents affiliates from earning commissions on their own purchases. By default, AffiliateWP blocks self-referrals to prevent abuse, but this add-on enables the feature for programs where self-referral makes sense — such as loyalty discounts, employee purchase programs, or affiliate incentive structures.
How It Works
When enabled, affiliates can use their own referral link to make purchases and earn a commission on those orders. The referral is tracked and processed through the standard AffiliateWP workflow, appearing in the affiliate's earnings and the admin referral log just like any other referral.
Configuration Options
- Enable self-referrals globally for all affiliates
- Standard AffiliateWP commission rates apply to self-referrals
- Self-referrals appear in the referral log with standard tracking data
- Works with all AffiliateWP-supported e-commerce integrations
Use Cases
Self-referral functionality is commonly used for employee discount programs where staff members who are also affiliates can earn on their own purchases. It also works for loyalty-style programs where affiliates receive a percentage back on their own orders as an incentive to remain active in the program.
Integration
- Compatible with WooCommerce, Easy Digital Downloads, and other AffiliateWP integrations
- Works alongside other AffiliateWP add-ons and commission rules
- No changes to the affiliate dashboard or referral link structure
- Admin can review self-referrals in the standard referral log
Our Verdict
PluginTheme Team
Expert Reviewer
Allow Own Referrals is a simple, focused add-on that serves a specific need. Activation is straightforward, and self-referrals integrate into the existing AffiliateWP workflow without issues.
A useful add-on for programs where self-referral commissions serve a clear purpose, such as employee discounts or affiliate loyalty incentives.
