This article explains the key differences between the KAST Affiliate Program and the KAST Referral Program, including who each program is for, how rewards typically work, how to join, and where to track your rewards.
What Is The KAST Referral Program?
The KAST Referral Program is designed for everyday users who want a simple way to invite friends and earn rewards when those friends use KAST.
You don’t need to apply or meet special requirements. You share your referral link or referral code, and rewards are tracked in the KAST app when the referral meets the required conditions, such as using the correct link or code, completing verification, and reaching eligible spend or membership milestones.
What Is The KAST Affiliate Program?
The KAST Affiliate Program is designed for creators, influencers, and community builders who promote KAST to a larger audience. This program typically includes an application and approval process.
To join, visit the KAST Affiliate Program page.
| Category | Referral Program | Affiliate Program |
|---|---|---|
| Who It’s For | Everyday users sharing KAST with friends and family | Creators, influencers, community leaders, and partners promoting KAST at scale |
| How You Join | Available in-app (no application) | Application + approval required |
| Reward Style | Typically simpler, milestone-based rewards | Performance-based rewards, which may include spend milestone rewards, membership commission rewards, and ongoing card spend commissions, depending on setup and terms |
| Where You Track | In the KAST app | Affiliate Dashboard and Rewards History in the KAST app after approval |
How Do I Know Which Program Is Right For Me?
Use the Referral Program if you’re sharing KAST with a personal network and want the simplest setup.
Use the Affiliate Program if you’re actively creating content or running campaigns that can reach a broader audience, and you want more structured tracking, affiliate links, partner-style tools, and commission-based rewards.
Where Do I Track My Rewards?
- Referral Program rewards are tracked in the KAST app, for example in Rewards and/or referral-related screens.
- Affiliate Program performance is tracked in the Affiliate Dashboard at affiliate.kast.xyz/auth after approval. Affiliate commission history can also be viewed in Rewards History in the KAST app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pay to join either program?
No, both programs are free to join. The main difference is that the Affiliate Program requires an application and approval.
Which program pays more?
Affiliate rewards are typically designed for larger-scale promotion and may include more performance-based incentives, such as eligible spend milestone rewards, membership commission rewards, and ongoing card spend commissions. Referral rewards are simpler and meant for everyday sharing.
Where can I find my referral link?
You can find your referral link in the KAST app under the Refer section. From there, you can copy and share your unique link or code.
What happens if my affiliate application isn’t approved?
You can still use the Referral Program to invite others. Depending on the criteria, you may also be able to reapply later.
What should I do if I think I'm missing a reward?
First, check that the required action has been completed by your referral and that the correct referral link, referral code, or affiliate tracking link was used. If everything looks correct and the reward is still missing, contact KAST Concierge with details like the date, reward type, and any relevant screenshots.
Can I participate in both the Referral Program and the Affiliate Program at the same time?
No. Once you are registered and approved as an affiliate, your account follows the Affiliate Program reward structure. Standard referral rates no longer apply.
Can I switch from the Referral Program to the Affiliate Program later?
Yes. If you grow your audience and meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for the Affiliate Program at affiliates.kast.xyz. Once approved, your account transitions to the affiliate reward structure.
How do affiliates withdraw commissions?
Eligible affiliate commissions may be attributed to the affiliate’s Rewards balance in the KAST app when processed. To withdraw redeemable affiliate commissions, affiliates should contact their affiliate manager, confirm their available redeemable amount, and confirm how much they want to withdraw. Manual payout requests are reviewed and processed in batches, so withdrawals may not be completed immediately.