Kit (formerly ConvertKit) vs MailerLite: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Kit (formerly ConvertKit) | MailerLite | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | 50% of the first 12 months; 10–20% after that with status tiers | 30% of every payment, for as long as the customer stays |
| Commission type | Recurring | Recurring |
| Cookie window | not stated | 45 days |
| Minimum payout | $5.00 | $100.00 |
| Payout terms | Monthly via PartnerStack (direct deposit, PayPal or Stripe); last month's approved commissions can be withdrawn around the 13th | Every Friday via PayPal, direct deposit or wire, after a 30-day hold |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | PartnerStack | Trackdesk |
| How to apply | On the company's website | On the company's website |
| Who can join | No audience minimum stated on the official page. Referrals from paid ads (PPC) don't count toward status tiers. Lifetime recurring tiers: Bronze 10, Silver 50, Gold 100 paying referrals. | Anyone can apply; no need to be a customer. Payout needs at least 2 sales from 2 different referrals. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- Kit (formerly ConvertKit) has the lower payout minimum ($5 vs. $100), so you may reach your first payment sooner.
- MailerLite lists Podcast as an allowed channel; Kit (formerly ConvertKit) doesn't list it.
- They run on different platforms: Kit (formerly ConvertKit) uses PartnerStack, MailerLite uses Trackdesk.
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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