Affiliate Commission Margin Floor Checker

Stress-test your affiliate economics by layering commission percentages, flat bonuses, contribution margin, and expected returns. The tool reveals commission cost, per-order profit, and the resulting margin so you can enforce minimum profitability thresholds before scaling partners.

Net revenue collected per converted order.
Percentage of revenue paid to the affiliate.
Optional. Defaults to a 35% contribution margin when blank.
Optional. Add CPA bonuses or flat fees. Defaults to $0.
Optional. Defaults to 0%. Represents the share of orders refunded without reimbursement.

Affiliate agreements vary by network. Confirm clawback and reversal policies before finalizing margin thresholds.

Examples

  • $220 AOV, 18% commission, 35% margin, $5 override, 8% returns ⇒ Commission cost per order: $44.60 • Net profit per order after fees: $14.80 • Net margin after commission: 6.73% • Margin stays positive after affiliate payouts.
  • $150 AOV, 25% commission, default margin, no override ⇒ Commission cost per order: $37.50 • Net profit per order after fees: $15.00 • Net margin after commission: 10.00% • Margin stays positive after affiliate payouts.

FAQ

How can I include coupon stacking impacts?

Adjust the average order value downward to account for the blended discount rate offered to affiliate traffic.

What if my margin varies by product category?

Run separate scenarios for each product line, swapping in category-specific margins and commission tiers.

Does the calculator handle tiered commissions?

Enter the expected blended commission rate for the volume tier you anticipate hitting. Re-run the model as you move between tiers.

Can I factor in lifetime value?

Yes—replace the average order value with your LTV or first-order LTV if you are comfortable allocating future gross margin to the acquisition cost.

Additional Information

  • Contribution margin should reflect variable costs such as product, fulfillment, payment processing, and customer support.
  • Return rate is applied to the average order value to represent refunds that claw back revenue without recovering commission.
  • Flat overrides stack on top of percentage commissions to capture CPA bonuses, tenancy fees, or tiered incentives.

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