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:
Add the Tracking Script
<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>
Add Stripe Payment Links Support (If Using)
<!-- 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>
Connect Your Stripe Account
Test Your Integration
// 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?
How are membership sign-ups tracked?
Can I track subscription renewals?
What tracking parameters does AffiliateBase support?
Do affiliates get their own dashboard?
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Ready to Launch Your Circle Affiliate Program?
Get started with AffiliateBase today and start growing your Circle community through affiliate marketing.