# Referrals & Affiliates (/docs/risex/rewards/Referrals-Affiliates-Program)

## Referral Program

Every RISEx trader can create a referral link and earn points from the people they bring to the exchange. There is no volume requirement and no cap, anyone can start referring right away.

### Get your referral link

1. Open the **Referral** tab in the RISEx UI.
2. Set your own custom link (pick your own slug).
3. Share it. Anyone who joins RISEx through your link is credited to you as a referral.

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### What you earn

You earn **10% of the points** generated by everyone who trades through your link, on top of the points you earn from your own trading (see the [Points](/docs/risex/rewards/points) page).

Referral points are not credited in real time. They are included in the regular weekly points distribution, every **Tuesday at 14:00 UTC**, along with the rest of the Points program.

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## Affiliate Program

The affiliate program is a separate, higher tier for RISEx community members who are actively engaged with the exchange. On top of the standard 10% referral points, affiliates also earn **boosts and a fee rebate**.

It is a private program that requires a direct invite from the RISEx team. If you would like to join, [apply through the affiliate application form](https://dear-twist-ac1.notion.site/fd9fef6c702840ed96f65433fabda5bc) or reach out to the team directly.

> A standard referral link earns you the 10% points share. Affiliate status adds boosts and a fee rebate on top, so KOLs and highly active community members should still apply for the affiliate program.