MineStrator
If you run a game server, manage a Discord community or create gaming content, you probably already recommend hosting solutions to the people around you. The affiliate program turns those recommendations into real income: a commission on every sale you generate, with no fees and no commitment.
The idea is simple. You share a unique link or code, and every new MyBox order placed thanks to you earns you a percentage of the sale. The more sales you generate, the higher your commission rate climbs, up to 25%.
This guide breaks down how the program works, the commission tiers, the payment conditions and the steps to sign up and start earning money.
What is the affiliate program?
The affiliate program is a free scheme that pays you for every customer you bring in. You receive a unique link and code, you share them, and you earn a commission on every order placed thanks to you.
Unlike a one-off referral between friends, affiliation is a structured, long-term system: a tracking link, commission tiers and a press kit. You monitor your performance in real time from a dedicated dashboard that logs your clicks, your sales and your earnings. The program suits an individual just as well as a content creator or an established community network.
💬 Good to know: you don't need to be a customer to become an affiliate. The program is open to everyone, free of charge.
Affiliation in practice
Everything runs on a single tracking link. When a visitor clicks your link, or enters your code at checkout, and then subscribes to an offer, the sale is automatically attributed to you and the matching commission is credited to your affiliate account.
Attribution relies on a one-hour cookie: the visitor has to complete their payment within the 60 minutes following their visit to your link. If they clicked several affiliate links, the last one used is the one that counts. Your link therefore works best when it lands at the moment someone is already looking for hosting.
Everything is centralized in a real-time dashboard: number of clicks, confirmed sales, current commission rate and available balance. You manage your earnings without chasing anyone or keeping manual records.
Your unique link and code
As soon as you sign up, you get two sharing tools: a tracking link to share as is, and a code to pass along for those who prefer to enter it at checkout. Both lead to the same result: the sale is counted as yours.
Your code has a second benefit: it gives 10% off the first purchase of whoever uses it. You are not just recommending a host, your community gains something too.
⚠️ Warning: self-referral is not allowed. Using your own link or code for your own orders does not generate any commission.
Real-time tracking
The dashboard updates your statistics continuously. You immediately see which actions convert, which lets you fine-tune your recommendations and focus your efforts where they pay off the most.
How much does the affiliate program pay?
Your commission depends on the number of sales you generate over the last 30 days. The program works in tiers: the more customers you bring in, the higher your percentage, from 5% on your first sales up to 25% at the top tier. Your rank is recalculated every day on that rolling window, and when you move up a tier, the new rate applies to subsequent sales, with no retroactive effect on previous ones.
Tier | Sales generated (last 30 days) | Commission |
|---|---|---|
🥉 Bronze | 0 to 9 | 5% |
🥈 Silver | 10 to 19 | 10% |
🥇 Gold | 20 to 29 | 15% |
💜 Platinum | 30 to 39 | 20% |
💎 Diamond | 40 and up | 25% |
🤝 Partner | By application | 25% |
Commission is calculated on the pre-tax amount of the first validated payment, after any discount codes have been applied. As an example, at the Silver tier (10%), every new MyBox order pays you 10% of its pre-tax amount, and the rate climbs as your sales add up. The exact amount depends on the offers subscribed thanks to you and on your tier. One limit to keep in mind: the balance pending payout is capped at €2,000, beyond which new commissions are no longer credited. Requesting payouts regularly is enough to stay well clear of that cap.
📝 Note: tiers are calculated over a rolling 30-day window, not the calendar month, and your rank is recalculated every day. A steady flow of sales keeps you on the highest rates.
Which orders earn a commission?
Commission only applies to new MyBox Standard and Perf orders placed through your link or code. It is paid once, on the customer's first order, and not on their renewals or upgrades. MyBox Pro, web hosting and the goodies shop are not eligible.
Moving from a free MyBox Free plan to a paid one also counts as a first order. Conversely, a refunded payment, whether a withdrawal of the order or a bank dispute, cancels the matching commission, even if it has already been credited to your balance.
Good to know: the affiliate code is itself a promo code. As a result, it cannot be combined with another discount code on the same order.
The Partner status
The Partner status is not a tier you reach on the sales counter: it is a full partnership. MineStrator partners, whether content creators, game servers or community managers, automatically get the maximum rate of 25% on their affiliate link.
It is granted by application through the become a partner page. Each request is reviewed by the MineStrator teams, who look for innovative projects that stay active over time and can rally a genuinely engaged community.
Who the affiliate program is for
Anyone can join the program, for free and without being a customer. All you need is a MineStrator account, free as well, and to activate the program from your client area to get your link and start recommending.
Some profiles are particularly well placed to make the most of it:
Server administrators: you recommend to your players the hosting you already use every day.
Discord community creators: your audience often wants to set up their own server, so your link arrives at the right moment.
Gaming streamers and video creators: a link in your description or channel panel works for you around the clock.
Tutorial and website authors: an installation guide is the perfect place to slip in a helpful recommendation.
If you are still unsure about the value of managed hosting versus a home-grown setup, our comparison of self-hosting vs renting a game server gives concrete arguments to reuse in your recommendations.
How commissions are paid
Two payout methods are available, and you request a withdrawal whenever you want. You can collect your earnings as real money via PayPal from €50 of accumulated commissions, or convert them into MineStrator credits from €1. Valid requests are processed within 30 business days, the time needed to check that no refund affects your balance. MineStrator charges no fees, only any PayPal fees remain at your expense.
Credits are used to pay for your own servers. The very low €1 threshold makes them attractive for anyone who wants to fund their hosting: even the smallest commission can be reinvested right away. At each withdrawal, you freely choose between the two methods depending on your needs at the time.
One habit worth keeping: request your payouts regularly. A commission left sitting on your balance expires after 12 months, with a notification sent 30 days before the deadline.
💡 Tip: if you already host your servers, converting your commissions into credits from €1 lets you reduce, or even cancel out, the cost of your own MyBox.
How do you sign up for the affiliate program?
Signing up takes a few minutes and requires no technical prerequisites.
Go to the affiliate program page.
Activate the program from your client area, it's free and instant.
Pick your own affiliate code and grab your tracking link.
Share them with your audience and track your earnings in real time.
Maximizing your commissions: best practices
A few best practices make a real difference to your earnings:
Recommend at the right moment: a link shared when someone is actually looking for hosting converts far better than a link posted at random.
Give context: a tutorial or a comparison converts better than a bare link. A guide like how to create a Minecraft server is an ideal place to position your recommendation.
Target the right audiences: help your readers pick the right game for their server and size their server RAM correctly, then point them to the offer that fits.
Use the press kit: once your code is created, a marketing kit (logos, banners and assets) is available in your affiliate area for polished, credible recommendations.
Make your link last: a channel description, a pinned Discord message or a tutorial page keep generating sales long after publication.
Bet on consistency: since tiers are calculated over a rolling 30-day window, a steady flow of sales keeps you on the highest rates.
Display the required disclosure: on any sponsored content, regulations require you to clearly state "affiliate link", "partnership" or "#ad". This applies on YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, Instagram, X and Discord.
Stay away from coupon sites: sharing your code on discount-aggregation platforms is prohibited by the program. The code is then regenerated and the old one blacklisted.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MineStrator affiliate program free?
Yes, signing up is 100% free and open to everyone, with no requirement to be a customer. You activate the program from your client area, you get your unique link and you earn a 5 to 25% commission on every sale you generate.
How much can you earn with the affiliate program?
Your commission ranges from 5% to 25% depending on the number of sales you generate over the last 30 days. You start at 5% at the Bronze tier and reach 25% from 40 sales within that window, at the Diamond tier. Official partners get 25% as soon as they join the network. One limit to know about: the balance pending payout is capped at €2,000.
Which orders qualify for a commission?
Only new MyBox Standard and Perf orders placed through your link or code are paid out, along with the move from a MyBox Free plan to a paid one. The commission is paid once, on the customer's first order, not on their renewals or upgrades. MyBox Pro, web hosting and the goodies shop do not count, the affiliate code cannot be combined with another promo code, and a refunded payment cancels the commission.
Do you need to be a MineStrator customer to become an affiliate?
No. The program is open to everyone, customer or not. All you need is a free MineStrator account and to activate the program from your client area to get your tracking link and code.
How are commissions paid out?
Two options exist: a withdrawal as real money via PayPal from €50 of accumulated earnings, or a conversion into MineStrator credits from €1. Credits let you fund your own servers. Valid requests are processed within 30 business days, with no fees charged by MineStrator.
How do I track my sales and earnings?
A real-time dashboard logs your clicks, your confirmed sales, your current commission tier and your balance. Everything is automatic, with no manual tracking on your part.
How long does my affiliate link stay active?
Attribution relies on a one-hour cookie: the visitor has to complete their payment within the 60 minutes following their visit to your link. If they clicked several affiliate links, the last one used is the one that counts. Your link is therefore most effective where someone is actively looking for hosting.
Conclusion
The affiliate program is a simple way to monetize an audience or a community already focused on gaming. Free, open to all and with no commitment, it rewards every sale you generate with a commission that climbs up to 25%, payable in real money or credits. No upfront investment is required: you only earn a commission when you actually generate a sale, with no risk on your side.
Whether you run a server, manage a Discord or create content, you can sign up in a few minutes on the affiliate program page and start sharing your link today.
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