Circle Affiliate Program: Complete Integration Guide | AffiliateBase

Circle is a popular community platform that helps creators build engaged communities and monetize through memberships. If you're using Circle to host your community and want to grow your membership base through affiliate marketing, AffiliateBase provides seamless integration.

This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about setting up an affiliate program with Circle, from adding the tracking script to tracking membership sign-ups through Stripe webhooks.

Whether you're running a paid community, offering tiered memberships, or selling access to exclusive content, an affiliate program can help you acquire new members while rewarding your partners for successful referrals.

Follow these steps to integrate AffiliateBase with Circle:

1

Add the Tracking Script

Add the AffiliateBase tracking script to your Circle community. Go to your Circle admin, then **Settings > Custom Code** and paste this script. Using jsDelivr CDN ensures fast global delivery and automatic updates. No hosting required.
html
<script>(function(w,r){w._abq=w._abq||[];w[r]=w[r]||function(){(w[r].q=w[r].q||[]).push(arguments)}})(window,'affiliatebase');</script>
<script async src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/affiliatebase-tracking@1/src/index.js" data-org-id='YOUR_ORG_ID'></script>
2

Add Stripe Payment Links Support (If Using)

If you use Stripe Payment Links or Buy Buttons on your community landing page, add this script to automatically pass the referral ID.
html
<!-- Add to your site alongside the tracking script -->
<script>
  document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {
    setTimeout(function() {
      const referralId = window.affiliatebase_referral || '';
      if (!referralId) return;

      // Update Stripe Payment Links
      document.querySelectorAll('a[href^="https://buy.stripe.com/"]').forEach(link => {
        const url = new URL(link.href);
        if (!url.searchParams.has('client_reference_id')) {
          url.searchParams.set('client_reference_id', referralId);
          link.href = url.toString();
        }
      });

      // Update Stripe Pricing Tables
      document.querySelectorAll('stripe-pricing-table').forEach(table => {
        table.setAttribute('client-reference-id', referralId);
      });

      // Update Stripe Buy Buttons
      document.querySelectorAll('stripe-buy-button').forEach(button => {
        button.setAttribute('client-reference-id', referralId);
      });
    }, 1500);
  });
</script>
3

Connect Your Stripe Account

Pass the referral ID as client_reference_id to Stripe for accurate conversion tracking. In your AffiliateBase dashboard, go to **Settings > Integrations > Stripe** and connect your Stripe account. This enables automatic conversion tracking via Stripe webhooks.
4

Test Your Integration

Visit your Circle community landing page with a test affiliate link and verify tracking is working.
javascript
// Visit your site with a test affiliate link:
// https://yourcommunity.circle.so?via=test123

// Open browser console and check:
console.log(window.affiliatebase_referral); // Should show "test123"

Why Use AffiliateBase with Circle?

AffiliateBase is the perfect solution for Circle community owners who want powerful affiliate tracking without complexity.

Simple Script Installation

Add a single script tag to your Circle community. No complex webhook configuration required.

Stripe Integration

Automatic conversion tracking through Stripe webhooks. Every membership payment is attributed correctly.

Subscription Lifecycle Tracking

Tracks subscription renewals, upgrades, and downgrades. Affiliates receive commissions for recurring revenue.

Multiple Membership Tiers

Support for different commission rates based on membership tier or plan.

Affiliate Dashboard

Give your affiliates a professional dashboard to track their performance and generate links.

Real-Time Tracking

Track conversions in real-time as members join or upgrade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does AffiliateBase work with Circle?
Yes! AffiliateBase integrates with Circle via a simple tracking script and Stripe webhooks. It automatically tracks membership sign-ups and subscription purchases.
How are membership sign-ups tracked?
AffiliateBase captures the referral ID when a visitor arrives via an affiliate link. When they purchase through Stripe, the conversion is automatically attributed.
Can I track subscription renewals?
Yes! AffiliateBase tracks subscription renewals through Stripe webhooks. Affiliates receive commissions for renewals.
What tracking parameters does AffiliateBase support?
AffiliateBase automatically detects ?via=, ?ref=, ?affiliate=, and ?a= URL parameters.
Do affiliates get their own dashboard?
Yes! Affiliates get access to a professional dashboard where they can view conversions, commissions, and generate affiliate links.

Ready to Launch Your Circle Affiliate Program?

Get started with AffiliateBase today and start growing your Circle community through affiliate marketing.