Bluehost vs InMotion Hosting: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Bluehost | InMotion Hosting | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | $65 per qualified sale | Up to $200 per sale, tiered by product and sales volume |
| Commission type | Flat per sale | Flat per sale |
| Cookie window | 30 days | 90 days |
| Minimum payout | not stated | not stated |
| Payout terms | Processed 45–70 days after the sale (PayPal or direct deposit) | Monthly to your bank account |
| Minimum age | not stated | 18+ |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Not stated |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTube | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | impact.com | impact.com |
| How to apply | Through an affiliate network | Through an affiliate network |
| 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. | All applications subject to approval. No self-sign-ups or commissions on your own hosting accounts. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 24, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- InMotion Hosting has the longer cookie window (90 days vs. 30 days), so a purchase can count for you longer after the click.
- Bluehost states no audience or traffic minimum (beginner-friendly). InMotion Hosting may expect an established site or audience; see its eligibility notes.
- InMotion Hosting lists Newsletter, Social media as allowed channels; Bluehost doesn't list them.
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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