Bluehost vs DreamHost: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Bluehost | DreamHost | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | $65 per qualified sale | Varies by plan, up to $1,000 per approved referral (e.g. $50 for a 1-year starter hosting plan) |
| Commission type | Flat per sale | Flat per sale |
| Cookie window | 30 days | not stated |
| Minimum payout | not stated | $0.00 |
| Payout terms | Processed 45–70 days after the sale (PayPal or direct deposit) | Monthly by bank transfer after a 97-day holding period; no minimum |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTube | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | impact.com | TUNE |
| How to apply | Through an affiliate network | On the company's website |
| Who can join | Anyone with a blog or website can apply; no need to be a customer. May be declined for low traffic. No SEM without approval; FTC disclosure required. | Anyone can join; no DreamHost account needed. Referral must not cancel during the holding period. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 24, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- DreamHost lists Newsletter, Social media as allowed channels; Bluehost doesn't list them.
- They run on different platforms: Bluehost uses impact.com, DreamHost uses TUNE.
How to choose
- Start with the product your audience would actually use. A fit with your audience matters more than the commission rate.
- Check that the program allows the place you post, and read its rules on paid ads and coupons.
- You can often join both. Many affiliates promote competing tools and explain who each one suits.
Who pays: each company sets and pays its own commissions and can change its terms at any time. Green Gator Affiliator does not pay, hold or guarantee any earnings. Confirm current terms on each official page before you apply. New to this? Read affiliate marketing basics.
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