Deriv Master Partner programme: the complete guide to multi-tier partner commissions

Deriv’s Master Partner Programme is a multi-tier affiliate programme that can allow partners to earn commissions from two distinct sources: their direct client referrals and the trading activity generated by partners they recruit (sub-partners). By leveraging this model, you can transform a standard affiliate marketing business into a scalable, self-replicating network.

Quick summary

• Dual income streams: Potentially earn standard commissions from direct clients plus a 20% override on your sub-partners' earnings.
• Conflict-free model: The 20% network commission is paid by Deriv, not deducted from your sub-partners. They keep 100% of their earnings.
• Unlimited scale: There are no caps on the number of sub-partners you can recruit or the total commissions you can earn.
• Compound growth: Sub-partners can become Master Partners themselves, creating a thriving ecosystem of motivated earners.

What is the Deriv Master Partner programme?

In traditional affiliate marketing, your income is linear—it stops the moment you stop acquiring new clients. The Deriv Master Partner Programme introduces a multi-tier partner commission structure designed to break this ceiling.

"Most partner programmes only reward individual effort, creating income ceilings that limit growth potential," explains Tatenda Sithole, Business Development Manager at Deriv. "By enabling partners to build and benefit from networks, our Master Partner Programme offers sustainable scaling opportunities that align with long-term business development rather than just client acquisition."

This programme is ideal for educators, influencers, and community leaders who want to mentor others. By teaching your sub-partners how to succeed, you automatically increase your own revenue through the network override.

How does the multi-tier partner commission structure work?

Understanding the flow of revenue is critical for planning your business strategy. Deriv separates your income into two streams to ensure transparency.

Stream 1: Direct client commissions

These are the standard commissions earned from the trading volume of clients you personally refer to Deriv. These work exactly like regular partner commissions based on your clients' CFDs, digital options, and other product usage.

Stream 2: Network commissions

Master partners earn 20% of the total commissions generated by their sub-partners. When sub-partners promote Deriv and their clients trade, the sub-partners earn their full commissions—and the master partner receives an additional 20% of those commissions. This creates an earning opportunity that grows with your network's success.

"The extra 20% network commission is an additional payment that Deriv pays over and above the commissions earned from clients' trading activities. This 20% is funded directly by Deriv as a separate commission," notes Tatenda Sithole, Business Development Manager. "This fosters teamwork and mutual growth within the partner network rather than competition."

For example, as a Master Partner, you recruit 5 sub-partners. Each of your sub-partners refers 10 active clients. Your earnings include:

1. Direct commissions from your personal client referrals
2. If sub-partners are trading, commissions from your sub-partners' own trading activities
3. 20% of all commissions generated by your 5 sub-partners. The commissions your sub-partners earn come from the trading activities of their clients

This "conflict-free" payment structure allows you to recruit openly without your sub-partners feeling taxed on their success.

Example scenario: how do we calculate your potential ROI?

To visualise the potential of this passive income for partners, let’s look at a practical calculation.

The setup:

• You refer active traders who generate $2,000 in commission for you this month.
• You recruit 5 Sub-Partners.
  
  • Sub-Partner A generates $1,000.
  • Sub-Partner B generates $500.
  • Sub-Partner C is new and generates $0.
  • Sub-Partner D generates $2,500.
  • Sub-Partner E generates $100.

The calculation:

1. Total Sub-Partner Volume: $1,000 + $500 + $0 + $2,500 + $100 = $4,100.
2. Your Network Override: 20% of $4,100 = $820.
3. Your Direct Earnings: $2,000.

Total Monthly Payout: $2,000 (Direct) + $820 (Network) = $2,820.

In this scenario, nearly 30% of your income came from the network, requiring no direct client acquisition on your part for that specific month. As your sub-partners grow, this percentage often increases, providing a buffer against months where your personal referrals might be lower.

Why choose a multi-tier model over single-tier programmes?

When evaluating two-tier vs single-tier partner programmes, the primary advantage is risk mitigation and scalability.

1. The "safety net" effect: In a single-tier model, if you stop working (e.g., take a holiday or fall ill), your income drops. In a multi-tier model, your active sub-partners continue to generate revenue, providing a true passive income safety net.

2. Operational leverage: You have only 24 hours in a day. By recruiting 10 sub-partners who each work 5 hours a day, you effectively leverage 50 hours of marketing manpower daily. This leverage is the key to scaling from a freelancer to a business owner.

3. No cap on width or depth: Unlike matrix schemes that limit you to 3 or 5 recruits, Deriv allows unlimited width. You can have 50, 500, or 5,000 sub-partners linked directly to your Master account.

Ideal master partner profiles

Building a sustainable network means finding partners whose strengths complement yours. These profiles tend to thrive:

1. Trading educators: Course creators, YouTube educators, and Telegram group leaders who already teach technical analysis or trading fundamentals. 

• Why them: Their existing teaching skills make them effective at onboarding clients and training their own sub-partners—and their audience already trusts their recommendations.

2. Regional partners: Partners with strong local presence in markets you may not personally reach. 

• Why them: They bring language fluency, cultural understanding, and established community trust that's difficult to build from outside. Geographic diversity also strengthens your network against regional market fluctuations.

3. Technical specialists: Developers who create Expert Advisors (EAs), trading bots, or analytical tools. 

• Why them: Their technical expertise attracts a specific trader demographic, and their systematic approach often translates to consistent, long-term client relationships.

Why Deriv's Master Partner Programme builds stronger networks

Deriv's Master Partner Programme creates stronger networks because it eliminates the main problem with traditional structures: competition between network levels.

• Separate payment structure: Deriv pays the 20% network commission separately rather than deducting it from sub-partners' earnings. Everyone keeps their full commissions.
• Aligned incentives: Your success depends on helping sub-partners succeed. More sub-partner earnings can mean higher network commissions for you.
• Sustainable Growth: Collaboration replaces competition, creating genuine mentorship relationships and long-term network stability.

Step-by-step guide to joining Deriv’s Master Partner Programme

Follow this workflow to activate your Master status and access your Master Partner link.

Step 1: Become a Deriv partner

Navigate to the Deriv partners page and select "Sign up." If you are already a partner, skip to Step 2. All partners on the Dynamic Works platform are automatically eligible for Master status.

Step 2: Access your partner dashboard

Log in to your Deriv partner account from the partners section on the main site.​ This dashboard is your command center for tracking clicks, signups, and commissions.

Step 3: Locate your Master Partner link

• In your dashboard, click on the “My referral links” button. 

• Look for the link designated for referring partners 

Step 4: Start recruiting sub-partners

• Copy your Master Partner referral link and share it with potential partners through your website, social media, email, or direct messages.​

When a new partner signs up through this URL and gets approved, they are hard-coded to your account as a sub-partner.

Step 5: Monitor and optimise

Check your "Network Commission" report monthly. Identify who your top performers are and reach out to offer them extra support. Identify inactive partners and re-engage them.

Deriv's Master Partner Programme offers a powerful, scalable commission system with mutual benefits, ideal for those looking to grow beyond personal client acquisition to network-based commission growth.

FAQs

What's the difference between a regular Partner and a Master Partner?

Regular partners earn commissions from their direct client referrals. Master Partners earn from direct clients PLUS an additional 20% commission from all sub-partner activities. All Dynamic Works partners automatically qualify as Master Partners with no additional requirements.

How often are commissions paid to Master Partners?

Master Partner commissions follow the same monthly payout schedule as regular partner commissions, starting from the 15th of each month. You'll receive separate breakdowns showing direct client earnings and network commission earnings in your dashboard.

How can I earn 20% from sub-partners without reducing their commissions?

Deriv pays the 20% network commission separately from its own funds, not by deducting from sub-partner earnings. This means sub-partners receive their full 100% commission while you earn an additional 20% on top, creating a mutually beneficial structure that encourages collaboration.

Is there a limit to how many sub-partners I can recruit?

No, there are no limits on network size. You can recruit as many sub-partners as you can effectively support and manage. Each successful sub-partner can create an ongoing income opportunity through the 20% network commission.

Can my sub-partners become Master Partners and recruit their own networks?

Yes, sub-partners registered on Dynamic Works automatically qualify as Master Partners themselves. This creates deeper network structures and compound growth opportunities, as successful sub-partners can build their own teams while continuing to contribute to your network earnings.