Running an affiliate program for SaaS
Guides for SaaS founders who run an affiliate program: how to start one, how to stop fraud and what to file for tax.
Guides14 min read
How to Start an Affiliate Program for SaaS Without OverpayingThe nine decisions behind a SaaS affiliate program, from commission math to tax forms, checked against IRS, FTC and Stripe docs.Fraud13 min read
How to Prevent Affiliate Fraud Before You Pay a CommissionFive payout rules that make affiliate fraud unprofitable, plus the eight common SaaS schemes and the signal that catches each one.Tax9 min read
How a 1099 for Affiliates Works for 2026 Commission PaymentsThe 1099-NEC threshold for affiliate commissions is $2,000 for 2026. Here is who gets a form, what to collect and when it is due.