BigCommerce Partner Program
Last updated Aug 2026
- Program typeAgency/Solution Partner, Technology Partner, Affiliate
- Commission / rewardAgencies and referral partners earn revenue share on merchant subscriptions they refer; affiliates earn a bounty per qualified paying signup. Structure is recurring for solution partners and one-time for the affiliate track.
- Partner tiersSolution partners advance through named tiers (e.g. Registered up to Elite) with rising rev-share and co-marketing benefits based on referred and influenced revenue.
- Best forDesign/dev agencies, systems integrators, and complementary SaaS apps serving mid-market and enterprise online retailers.
- Deal registrationYes (partner portal deal registration)
- Partner portalYes (partner portal)
What is the BigCommerce partner program?
BigCommerce runs one of the more mature partner ecosystems in the vertical, split into agency/solution partners, technology (app) partners, and a separate affiliate program.
It is a strong fit for partners targeting larger merchants because BigCommerce competes upmarket against Shopify Plus and Adobe Commerce.
How the program works
Solution partners register referred merchants and earn ongoing revenue share once the merchant is paying, while technology partners build integrations listed in the app marketplace. Affiliates promote via tracked links and earn a per-signup bounty.
Requirements to join
Solution and technology partners typically need demonstrated e-commerce experience or a working integration; the affiliate track is open to content and review sites.
How partners win with BigCommerce
Partners win by bundling BigCommerce with design, migration, and app services for merchants who have outgrown entry-level platforms, capturing recurring rev-share plus implementation fees.
What to watch out for
Rev-share and tier benefits vary by track and region, and the affiliate bounty differs materially from the agency revenue-share model, so confirm which program you are enrolling in.
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Deal registration
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Through-channel marketing
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How to join
Apply through the BigCommerce partner page, choose the agency, technology, or affiliate track, and complete onboarding and portal enablement.
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Frequently asked questions
Does BigCommerce have a partner program?
Yes — a Agency/Solution Partner, Technology Partner, Affiliate program.
How does the BigCommerce partner program pay?
Agencies and referral partners earn revenue share on merchant subscriptions they refer; affiliates earn a bounty per qualified paying signup. Structure is recurring for solution partners and one-time for the affiliate track.
How do I join the BigCommerce partner program?
Apply through the BigCommerce partner page, choose the agency, technology, or affiliate track, and complete onboarding and portal enablement.
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