Riverside vs StreamYard: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Riverside | StreamYard | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | Up to 20% per subscription (page also says up to $85+ per sale) | 25% of each subscription, recurring while they stay subscribed |
| Commission type | Percent per sale | Recurring |
| Cookie window | not stated | not stated |
| Minimum payout | not stated | $100.00 |
| Payout terms | Monthly | Typically paid once a month, starting after your first $100 is earned. Payment method not stated. |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Not stated |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial mediaTikTok | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | PartnerStack | not stated |
| How to apply | Through an affiliate network | On the company's website |
| Who can join | For creators, educators, agencies and anyone with an audience. Sign-up takes about 3 minutes. | Apply through the partners portal; eligibility not stated. Separate $25 credit referral program for users. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 24, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- StreamYard pays recurring commissions while the customer keeps paying (check its terms for how long). Riverside pays percent per sale.
- Riverside states no audience or traffic minimum (beginner-friendly). StreamYard may expect an established site or audience; see its eligibility notes.
- Riverside lists TikTok as an allowed channel; StreamYard doesn't list it.
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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