Checked 29 Oct 2026
Awin 3.9Silver 45 pts
A global affiliate network of 9,500+ advertisers that absorbed ShareASale in 2025, uniting both into one platform. Publishers can join for free.
Good for Marketers
- Open worldwideWorldwide
- Pays via Bank transferHow you get paid
- Work from homeOnline, from anywhere
- Since
- 2000 26 yrs
Based in
- Berlin, Germany
- Web rank
- #10,826 worldwide
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Awin is an affiliate network where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are Free to join for publishers, commissions are paid by advertisers and you can withdraw via Bank transfer. Founded in 2000, Awin is based in Berlin, Germany. It is available worldwide.
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What people actually earn on Awin
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What changed
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1 update · latest Sep 12, 2026
What changed
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- Fees:
Small refundable joining deposit→ Free to join for publishers, commissions are paid by advertisers source ↗
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We have 7 of the 17 things we track for every platform. Fees, payouts, join rules, countries and real earnings count most.
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Our rating
Worked out from the facts on this page, the same way for every platform
Strong on fees and access. Weaker on getting paid.
- Fees5.0
- Getting paid2.3
- Access4.0
- Track record4.0
- Proof of earnings4.0
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Achievements
45 of 100 points from 6 of 14 achievements, Silver tier. Earned from verified facts, never paid for
Verified earningsA sourced figure for what people earn or are paid there+10
Why it matters You can judge the pay from a real number instead of the platform's own promises.
How we check We need a figure for what earners are paid, earn typically, or how many people earn, with a link to the filing, pay page or study it came from.
Awin GBP 1.2B for publishers (2025)
Every platform with this badge →Open worldwideAccepts people from almost every country+10
Why it matters Most earning platforms only take people from a handful of countries. This one lets almost anyone join.
How we check The platform's own terms or sign-up pages say it accepts people worldwide, with no more than eight countries left out.
Awin Worldwide
Every platform with this badge →Clear feesPublishes its cut as a percentage+5
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Awin 0%
Every platform with this badge →Low cutTakes 10% or less of what you earn+10
Why it matters More of every payment reaches you. Many marketplaces take 20% or more.
How we check The highest percentage the platform names in its published fees is 10% or less.
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Every platform with this badge →10 years runningFounded at least 10 years ago+5
Why it matters Platforms that have lasted a decade are less likely to vanish with your balance.
How we check Its founding year, checked against company records, is at least 10 years ago.
Awin Founded 2000
Every platform with this badge →20 years runningFounded at least 20 years ago+5
Why it matters Two decades of paying people is a strong track record.
How we check Its founding year, checked against company records, is at least 20 years ago.
Awin Founded 2000
Every platform with this badge →Free to joinNo fee to sign up5
Why it matters Paying to join is a red flag on many work sites. This one costs nothing to start.
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Every platform with this badge →Low payout barLets you cash out $10 or less5
Why it matters Small earnings are not left stuck in your account waiting for a high threshold.
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Every platform with this badge →Fast payoutsPays out instantly, daily or on demand5
Why it matters Money arrives when you need it, not weeks later.
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Every platform with this badge →Payment protectionHolds or guarantees payment before you work10
Why it matters Something stops you working for nothing, such as client money held before the work starts.
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Every platform with this badge →Loved appA mobile app rated 4.5 or higher5
Why it matters A well-rated app usually means smooth day-to-day work and fewer payout problems.
How we check The platform's app is rated 4.5 or higher on the Apple App Store or Google Play.
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Every platform with this badge →Top 10K websiteAmong the world's 10,000 most visited sites (Tranco)5
Why it matters Big platforms have more clients and buyers, and a lot to lose from treating earners badly.
How we check The site ranks in the world's 10,000 most visited on the Tranco list, a research-grade ranking.
Awin #10,826 worldwide
Every platform with this badge →Public companyListed on a stock exchange, with audited filings5
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Every platform with this badge →Fully documentedFees, payouts, countries and company details all verified15
Why it matters Everything you need to decide is verified here, not left as guesswork.
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Can I join Awin?
Age, countries, equipment and how sign-up works
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How Awin compares
Against similar platforms in our directory
- Awin takes no commission from what you earn — 4 of the 11 affiliate networks we track are free to earn on.
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Is Awin legit?
What we could verify about the company
Awin is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2000 (26 years)
- Headquartered in Berlin, Germany
- Among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #10,826)
Listing last updated October 2026 · how we verify platforms · Missing or out of date? Tell us
Awin in public records
Company filings, web traffic and app store data
- Website rank
- #10,826 worldwideAmong the top 100,000 sites (awin.com)
Sources: Tranco. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Awin timeline
Founding, funding, milestones and news
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Founded
Awin founded
Headquarters today: Berlin, Germany
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Milestone
GBP 1.2B for publishers
Awin says it generated 1.2 billion pounds for its publishers in its last financial year (the company says).
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Milestone
1M publishers
Awin lists 1 million publishers (partners) in its Awin in numbers section.
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Added to the FreelanceSites.net directory
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Awin
How much does Awin charge?
Awin fees: Free to join for publishers, commissions are paid by advertisers. It takes no commission, so apart from payment-processing or withdrawal costs you keep what you earn.
How do you get paid on Awin?
Awin pays out via Bank transfer.
Which countries is Awin available in?
Worldwide.
How much do people earn on Awin?
Awin says it generated 1.2 billion pounds for its publishers in its last financial year (the company says). Awin lists 1 million publishers (partners) in its Awin in numbers section. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is Awin legit?
Yes, Awin is a real, operating platform: operating since 2000 (26 years), headquartered in Berlin, Germany and among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #10,826). As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Awin alternatives?
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