Welcome to the Firstrade Affiliate Program—your opportunity to monetize your finance-related website while helping others take control of their financial future. Whether you’re a blogger, influencer, educator, or finance enthusiast, join our growing network of partners today.
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Apply
Submit your application in minutes
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Share
Get your custom referral link and start promoting
How it works
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Earn
Get commissions for every qualified referral.
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Track
Monitor clicks, conversions, and payouts easily
Why Partner with Firstrade?
Promote a trusted online broker to your personal finance and investing audience and earn commissions while helping them trade smarter.
Competitive Commission Rates
Competitive Commission Rates
Competitive Commission Rates
Competitive Commission Rates
Competitive Commission Rates
Dedicated
Affiliate Support
Multilingual
Marketing Assets
Real-time
Performance Tracking
Join the Firstrade Affiliate Program
Earn commissions by referring customers to Firstrade, a trusted online brokerage for over 40 years. As an affiliate, you’ll receive easy-to-use tracking tools and promotional banners with unique links. There’s no cap on commissions — your earning potential is unlimited.
Built on 40+ Years of Excellence
Firstrade is a member of FINRA and SIPC and has been empowering investors since 1985 through secure, transparent, and innovative trading solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What platform do you use for your affiliate program?
We use Impact to manage tracking, reporting, and payments. If you already have an Impact account, you can search for “Firstrade” directly and apply. If not, you can sign up for free when submitting your application.
Is there a limit to the number of referrals I can make?
No. There is no cap on the number of qualified referrals you can generate.
How do I apply?
Click “Apply Now” fill out the short application form, and submit. Our team reviews applications based on factors like audience relevance, content quality, and brand alignment.
How can I track my performance?
Once approved, you will have access to an affiliate dashboard where you can track:
• Clicks
• Sign-ups
• Funded accounts
• Pending and approved commissions
Can I promote Firstrade in multiple languages?
Yes. Firstrade currently provides pre-approved creatives and disclosures in English and Chinese.
You are welcome to promote Firstrade in other languages as well, but all promotional content must be submitted to Firstrade for pre-approval before publishing, in order to comply with FINRA and SEC regulations.
Are there any promotion restrictions I should know about?
Yes. To protect our brand, we have clear guidelines on:
• Paid search and keyword bidding
• Content compliance with FINRA/SEC regulations
• Proper disclosure language (per FTC rules)
Please review our Affiliate Terms & Conditions and Affiliate Disclosure Guide before launching any campaign.
If you have any questions, you can email us at affiliate@firstrade.com. To find out more about Firstrade, click here.
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