> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://www.cashfree.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Get Started as Affiliate Partner

Visit the [Cashfree Payments website](https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/) and signup for our affiliate program. After you complete the signup process, you will get access to the Affiliate Partner Dashboard. You can add merchants, keep a check on your commissions, get a snapshot of your business with Cashfree, and more within the Affiliate Partner Dashboard.

## Signup for the affiliate program

To become an Affiliate Partner, you must first create an Affiliate Partner account with Cashfree.

1. Go to the [Cashfree Affiliate Partner website](https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/) and click **Become A Partner**.

2. In the **Become a Partner** window, enter your business email and create a password for your account or signup using your Gmail account.
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3. In the **Create Partner Account** window, enter your brand name and valid mobile number. Cashfree will verify the mobile number by sending an OTP.
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4. [Login](https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/) to the Affiliate Partner Dashboard using the same credentials.

## Activate affiliate account

After signing up, you must complete the KYC process to activate your affiliate account. We’ll verify your submitted details and enable your account for commission payouts.

<Note> Commission earnings are activated only after KYC verification. Complete the KYC process at the earliest. </Note>

### To activate your account:

1. Login to the [Affiliate Partner](https://partner.cashfree.com/auth/login) dashboard using your credentials.
2. On the **Summary** page, go to the **Complete your KYC** banner and select **Complete Now**.
3. In the KYC form:
   * Fill in your business details.
   * Fill in your business verification details.
   * Fill in your bank account details.
4. Select **Submit**.

Cashfree Payments will review your submission. While your KYC is under review, you can begin referring merchants. The review process typically takes fewer than **3 business days**.

* You will be notified via **email** and **WhatsApp** once the review is complete. You can also track the status on your **Partner Dashboard**.
* If any discrepancies are found, they will be displayed on your dashboard. Please correct and resubmit the details.
* Once your KYC is approved, you will be eligible to withdraw any earned commissions.

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  **Info:** Offer Cashfree Payments product suite to your clients. You can refer merchants using your Dashboard. Once referred, you can assist them with their KYC and Payment Integration. Learn how to [refer new merchants](/partners/affiliates/refer-merchants) using your Affiliate Partner Dashboard.
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<Note>
  **Note**: Offer Cashfree Payments product suite to your clients. You can refer merchants using your Dashboard. Once referred, you can assist them with their KYC and Payment Integration. Learn how to [refer new merchants](/partners/affiliates/refer-merchants) using your Affiliate Partner Dashboard.
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## Partner activation checklist

The following documents are required for KYC verification, based on your business type:

| **Business type**                | **Requirement**               | **Details / accepted documents**                                                                         |
| -------------------------------- | ----------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Individual (unregistered)**    | Business identity proof       | Personal PAN                                                                                             |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                                       |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Owner’s bank account                                                                                     |
| **Sole proprietorship**          | Business identity proof       | Personal PAN                                                                                             |
|                                  | Business registration proof   | GSTIN or one of:<br />• Municipal certificate<br />• Shop establishment certificate<br />• Udyog Aadhaar |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                                       |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Business bank account                                                                                    |
| **Private or public limited**    | Business identity proof       | Company PAN                                                                                              |
|                                  | Business registration proof   | CIN or GSTIN                                                                                             |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                               |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Business bank account                                                                                    |
| **Partnership**                  | Business identity proof       | Company PAN                                                                                              |
|                                  | Business registration proof   | Registered partnership deed                                                                              |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                               |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Business bank account                                                                                    |
| **LLP**                          | Business identity proof       | Company PAN                                                                                              |
|                                  | Business registration proof   | LLPIN or GSTIN                                                                                           |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                               |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Business bank account                                                                                    |
| **Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)** | Business identity proof       | Company PAN                                                                                              |
|                                  | Business registration proof   | Registered HUF deed                                                                                      |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                               |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Business bank account                                                                                    |
| **Others**                       | Business identity proof       | Company PAN                                                                                              |
|                                  | Business registration proof   | Registered business proof or GSTIN                                                                       |
|                                  | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner)                                                                               |
|                                  | Business bank account proof   | Business bank account                                                                                    |

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    <li><a href="https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/">Affiliate Program Website</a></li>
    <li><a href="/docs/api-reference/platforms/latest/merchant-onboarding/create-embeddable-onboarding-link-does-not-require-login">Create Embeddable Onboarding Link API</a></li>
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