Who This Is For / When to Use
Use second-tier commissions if you want to:
Reward affiliates for recruiting other affiliates
Pay parent affiliates for sales generated by their network
Build a multi-level affiliate incentive structure
Increase affiliate-driven growth through referrals
What Is a 2nd Tier Commission?
A 2nd Tier Commission allows a parent affiliate to earn a commission when an affiliate they referred makes a sale.
First-tier commission: Paid to the affiliate who made the sale
Second-tier commission: Paid to the parent affiliate who referred that affiliate
Both commissions are calculated independently.
Where Second-Tier Commissions Are Configured
Second-tier commissions are configured at the campaign level.
They apply only to:
Affiliates added to that campaign
Sales tracked under that campaign
How to Enable 2nd Tier Commission in a Campaign
Step 1: Open Affiliate Campaigns
Navigate to:
Marketing → Affiliate Manager → Campaigns
Create a new campaign or edit an existing one.
Step 2: Set the First-Tier Commission
In Campaign Details:
Select the Commission Type
Percentage
Flat amount
Enter the commission value
This commission is paid to the affiliate who makes the sale.
Step 3: Configure the 2nd Tier Commission
Scroll to 2nd Commission Type.
Select the commission type
Percentage
Flat amount
Enter the second-tier commission value
This commission is paid to the parent affiliate.
Step 4: Save the Campaign
Complete the remaining required campaign settings and click Create Campaign or Save.
Second-tier commissions are now active for this campaign.
How Parent Affiliates Are Determined
A parent affiliate is the affiliate who referred another affiliate
The relationship is automatically tracked by Kyrios
No manual linking is required
Parent-child affiliate relationships can be viewed inside the affiliate profile.
How Second-Tier Sales Appear
When a sale occurs:
The selling affiliate receives first-tier commission
The parent affiliate receives second-tier commission
Both commissions are logged separately
In payouts, second-tier commissions are clearly labeled.
Where to View 2nd Tier Commissions
Second-tier commissions appear in:
Affiliate profile → Affiliates tab
Payouts section with “2nd Tier” labeling
Campaign-level commission reporting
They follow the same payout approval flow as standard commissions.
Common Issues and Fixes
Second-Tier Commission Not Applied
Ensure the campaign has a 2nd Commission Type configured
Confirm the selling affiliate has a parent affiliate
Verify the sale belongs to the correct campaign
Parent Affiliate Not Receiving Commission
Parent affiliate must be active
Sale must be approved
Commission must not be denied or reversed
FAQ
What is the difference between first-tier and second-tier commission?
First-tier commissions go to the affiliate who made the sale.
Second-tier commissions go to the affiliate who referred that affiliate.
Can I use percentage and flat commissions together?
Yes. First-tier and second-tier commissions can use different commission types.
Do second-tier commissions affect the affiliate’s commission?
No. First-tier and second-tier commissions are calculated independently.
Are second-tier commissions included in payouts?
Yes. They appear in payouts and follow the same approval and payment process.
Can I add second-tier commissions to an existing campaign?
Yes. Edit the campaign and add a 2nd Commission Type, then save.
How many affiliate tiers does Kyrios support?
Kyrios currently supports two tiers: first-tier and second-tier.