User-Submitted Referral Code/Link Requests & Updates

scotty on 08/04/2014 - 10:16
Last edited 16/01/2022 - 11:25 by 5 other users
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Original Post

This morning we pushed out a new user-submitted referral changes. This is an update to the previous attempt in 2012. Problem with the previous one is that it's difficult to add new stores that support referral benefits, and the feature ended up only supporting GreenManGaming and not being used much by our users here. What happened afterwards were wiki pages created for each online shop. Yes it's an interesting use of the wiki pages, but

  • Not a good idea to let any member to be able to edit everyone's code.
  • Free-form might not be the most ideal format, and hard to police everyone to edit in the same format.
  • The list is ordered rather than randomised.

What we have done now is having a single place for you to put in all your referral codes. Go to your Settings page and click on the referrals tab. You should be presented with a list of "stores" that we currently have referral support. For the comprehensive list of stores / products supported, please go to the referral wiki page.

New ones should be easily added as well if the method of referral is via a referral link (i.e. unique URL per referrer). Feel free to submit new ones in the comments. I need

  • The URL format for the referral link
  • Instructions to get the referral link
  • Benefit for the referrers and referees.

Another reminder that Affiliate Links and Referral Links are different and we do not allow affiliate links here on OzBargain.

Once a referral system has been set up for that domain, for every deal posted to that domain, a grey box will appear below the content and above the Share buttons containing a randomised referral link AND OP's referral link (if OP has submitted one for that domain and the deal has hit the front page vote minimum - updated 9/5/16). The benefits for the referrers and referees are also shown so people know what they (and you) are getting. For example this Amaysim offer I submitted. In this case including your own referral link and link to wiki becomes redundant.

Yes this is still in beta and needs improvement. Some potential issues / possible improvements:

  • Since you do not really need to put referral link in your content, you can submit deals with your link in the referral box without the deal being marked as "referral post". This might lead to abuse of people posting excessive deals from the stores offering referral. I shall look at ways to prevent it. I don't want to mark them as referral post at the moment because previously submitter can pick and choose whether to include his/her referral link. Now it's always included. 9/5/16 Update: Your deal must hit the front page vote minimum (currently 30) to show. This was previously 5, before being changed to the front page vote minimum.

  • Referral-code / coupon-code type referrals are not yet supported. For example Budget Direct, Rabobank, etc. We can potentially generate a popup containing the code when people click on "OP" or "random".

  • A good idea to let people pick and choose? For example some people might not want to use OP's referral link, not a random one either but from a list of friends.

So here it is. Give it a try guys! I will start removing some of the wiki pages later today. Meanwhile, please leave feedback in the comments.

If your comment is automatically unpublished due to the referral link, do not worry, moderators can still see it and will republish it before replying.

Site Discussion

Comments

        • Moderatorneil on 24/03/2016 - 17:26

          I just finished the sentence with:

          *We will trial as suggested by many in this thread is to move the threshold for showing the OP link from 5 to 20 for the automated referral box (aka front page) this week.

          and changed to

          *We will trial as suggested by many in this thread is to move the threshold for showing the OP link from 5 to 20 for the automated referral box (aka front page) to be implemented this week.

          after a number of agitated comments. There is no set time.

        • King Tightarse on 24/03/2016 - 17:30
          +1

          @neil:
          What do you mean "agitated comments"? No one was "agitated", people just want a good solution and said a longer trial would be better when it read like it would run for a week.
          Anyway, the way it is now is clear.

        • pointless martyr on 24/03/2016 - 18:07

          @neil: ok, so a trial starts this week for at least one week? That's correct?

        • Moderatorneil on 24/03/2016 - 18:24

          @pointless comment:

          NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. Forget I mentioned anything about a week. It's obviously confusing people.

          It's implemented. The End.

        • King Tightarse on 24/03/2016 - 18:24
          +1

          @pointless comment:
          "There is no set time." (Ongoing trial)
          @Neil hahaha we are with you now its OK :)

        • pointless martyr on 24/03/2016 - 20:01

          @neil: ok, so its implemented, until the end.

          Of time?

        • spackbace on 24/03/2016 - 20:04

          @pointless comment:

          I think you should dedicate this song to neil :P

  • King Tightarse on 24/03/2016 - 17:52

    Looks like those changes have already been pushed out! Random referrals only showing if less than 20 positive votes now.
    That was quick!

  • TimOfEastBNE on 29/03/2016 - 12:13

    Couldn't find it in here, but would we add Lyft referrals? I have just been to the US and the Lyft referral gives new riders $5 off each ride for their first 10 rides. I used someone else's code and this was brilliant in San Francisco, most rides there costing me less than US$7! Would love to share this with others. Lyft is looking at entering Aus market "soon" apparently.

    • Moderatorhamza23 on 04/04/2016 - 02:47

      We can look at it again when Lyft is available in Aus, we don't have any deals posted for Lyft now so the referral system won't be any benefit.

      Thanks

  • miarn on 04/04/2016 - 16:54

    I noticed today that for Belong (ISP) referrals, it says "Referee will receive $20 off 1st payment, $0 activation and $1 modem." However, the referrer also receives $20 off their next bill, which should probably be added to the text.

  • scotty on 09/04/2016 - 17:47

    Just an update. Amaysim has brought back its referral program. Everyone should put their referral info back in.

    • neil on 10/04/2016 - 00:04

      The referral links are missing the /r/ in the URL between amaysi.ms and the code.

      • scotty on 10/04/2016 - 07:40

        Interestingly mine doesn't have /r/ — still working out the new scheme and it certainly redirects to a different URL.

        • neil on 10/04/2016 - 10:09

          Clicking through the random, some work and some link to http://amaysi.ms/index.html which looks like the Amp landing page. Confusing.

        • zzyss on 11/04/2016 - 09:59

          I personalised my link, and the personalised link doesn't have /r/. The original randomly generated one did.

        • scotty on 11/04/2016 - 10:02

          @zzyss: Yeah mine is a personalised one. In fact I have 2 Amaysim accounts. Personalise one, and now it shows up on both accounts.

          Edit: alright. It appears that the referral link is bound to email address rather than account.

  • Leleron on 13/04/2016 - 21:30

    Could we have a link set up for Koala Mattress? they have a $75 off referral program going on. Referrer gets $50. Cheers

  • hashtagbargain on 13/04/2016 - 22:36

    Hi Scotty,

    I'm keen to get the AMEX platinum edge referral system going.

    The URL format for the referral link - amexrefer.com.au/PEV2/donvtvg
    Instructions to get the referral link - was sent one by post. New users have to use referral link to apply for a card within 30 May 2016 and spend $550 within 2 months of card membership.
    Benefit for the referrers and referees - NO annual card fee for the first year, saving $195

    Advantages of this card:
    Limited offer: Enjoy no annual fee for the first year ($195 p.a. thereafter) when you apply by 30 May 2016 and are approved as a new Card Member1
    Receive 5,000 Membership Rewards Bonus Points2 when you apply by 30 May 2016, are approved and spend $550 on your Card within the first 2 months of Card Membership. This offer excludes existing Card Members or previous Card Members who have held any American Express Card in the last 12 months2
    See more of Australia with a Complimentary domestic return flight every year3 to selected destinations
    0% p.a. on balance transfers for the first 12 months4 — A one-off credit plan establishment fee of 1% applies to any balances transferred. Learn more about balance transfers and see how much you could save with our Balance Transfer Calculator
    Complimentary enrolment in the Membership Rewards Ascent program5 saving you $80 per year
    When you pay for travel on your Card you will receive Complimentary domestic and international Travel Insurance6

    With the Platinum Edge Credit Card, you receive complimentary enrolment in the Membership Rewards Ascent program5

    Earn 3 Membership Rewards points5 per dollar spent at major supermarkets
    Earn 2 Membership Rewards points5 per dollar spent at major petrol stations
    Earn 1 Membership Rewards point5 per dollar spent on all other purchases excluding utilities, insurance (except those issued by American Express), telecommunication providers and government bodies in Australia where you earn 0.5 Membership Rewards points5 per dollar spent
    Redeem your points for flights with any of our 9 leading airline partner programs 7 or online for Gift Cards8 or even credit on your account9
    Book any travel and pay with your points instantly online at Webjet10
    Earn points faster by getting a Supplementary Card for family members at no additional cost11
    Turn your points into an experience with Ticketmaster. Simply book at www.ticketmaster.com.au and select ‘Membership Rewards’ as your payment option12
    Connect to a world of special benefits at Amex Connect
    Travel
    Not only will you receive a complimentary domestic return flight every year3 to selected destinations but you'll also enjoy extensive protection for you and your family when you pay for travel on your Card.

    Overseas Medical Emergency Expenses Cover up to $2,500,0006Personal Liability Cover up to $1,000,0006Baggage, Money and Documentation Cover up to $10,0006Travel Cancellation Cover up to $10,0006 Travel Inconvenience Cover6 may even cover you for flight delays, missed connections or luggage delays
    World-class service
    American Express offers unique and effective tools and services to save you time and help you stay on top of your finances.

    With our Online Fraud Protection Guarantee13 you won't be held responsible for any unauthorised charges online as long as you notify us immediately upon discovery of the fraudulent transactions
    With Buyer’s Advantage, you can extend your manufacturer’s warranty by up to 12 months on items. You’re covered for up to $10,000 per year and $10,000 per claim, with no excess6
    If an item should break or is stolen within 90 days, Purchase Protection will replace it. You’re covered for up to $20,000 per year and $2,500 per claim with a $50 excess per claim6
    If you have a change of heart and are refused a refund on an unused item within 90 days, Refund Protection will reimburse you. You’re covered for up to $2,000 per year and $500 per claim, with no excess6
    Global Card Support means you can enjoy account assistance any time of the day or night

    More info here: https://www.americanexpress.com/au/content/platinum-edge-cre…

    Benefit for referrer: 10000 amex points per referee capped at 20 referees per year.

    I'd also like to make a referral for Powershop:

    The URL format for the referral link - unfortunately, powershop doesnt have referral codes. I have to invite others manually by putting their email into the referral part of their website (https://secure.powershop.com.au/friends).
    Instructions to get the referral link - have to get referrer to email you the referral.
    Benefit for the referrers and referees. - $75 power credit for both referrer and referee.

    • spackbace on 13/04/2016 - 22:47
      +1

      I'm keen to get the AMEX platinum edge referral system going.

      Bit late (scroll down)

      I'd also like to make a referral for Powershop:

      Again, bit late

      All housed within the referral wiki

      • zzyss on 14/04/2016 - 09:06
        +1

        I suppose the Amex one begs the question of why it can't be automated, if there is a known, fixed URL format.

        • scotty on 14/04/2016 - 09:11
          +2

          Current system allows only one referral system per store / domain. For AmEx it has different referral URL per product — something that we plan to develop "in the near future".

      • hashtagbargain on 14/04/2016 - 13:06

        Thanks, I'd somehow missed it.

  • Amaris on 19/04/2016 - 16:58

    Hi
    Don't know if I'm doing it the right way but could you add vividwireless to the referral wiki?

    My referral is http://vw4g.co/59519 and the '59519' is the unique code. It can be got by logging in to the vividwireless account and going to the 'refer a friend' tab. https://online.vividwireless.com.au/account/referrals

    When the referral code is entered when activating the account both get a free month's usage.

    Thanks

    • scotty on 19/04/2016 - 17:39

      Thanks. It has been added. Vivid Wireless.

      • clix455 on 27/01/2017 - 13:31

        The Vivid Wireless referral code can be only used maximum 12 times. It turns out there are a lot of the randomized codes have reached the maximum of 12 redeemed referrals, it is a bit frustrating to fill out the whole long registration form, and found out the code cannot be used. As the code is random, is there a way to filter out those invalid ones, which has already been used up?

        • scotty on 27/01/2017 - 13:38
          +1

          Unfortunately there's no way for us to verify how many times the code has been used (or rather, costly to verify). I am setting the code to expire after 90 days so older code will be automatically removed.

        • clix455 on 27/01/2017 - 13:39

          @scotty: Thank you for your reply. May want to take consideration of last update time when randomizing?

        • scotty on 27/01/2017 - 13:43

          @clix455: that wouldn't be random would it? :)

  • scotty on 22/04/2016 - 00:46

    I have just added Airbnb to the user referral system. I know that you are not supposed to publicise it according to their T&C, but hiding behind a randomised system is still better than putting everyone's code on wiki.

    I have tried to migrate all the code over from wiki. However please check whether the correct info has been copied over.

    • Holysmoke on 25/04/2016 - 18:21

      Are the links working? Usually when you click an Airbnb referral it will show you who sent the referral and the amount of the credit but when I click on the link from the referral system it just goes to the Airbnb homepage.

      • scotty on 25/04/2016 - 22:01

        Looks like Airbnb explicitly checks for OzBargain in HTTP referrer. My home dev site is fine but OzBargain live site is not. I just put in a temporary fix to suppress sending the referrer so Airbnb does not know that it's coming from OzBargain. However the solution does not currently work with Internet Explorer (but works fine with Edge).

        • zzyss on 26/04/2016 - 09:54

          LOL, it's Airbnb vs Ozbargain, like Netflix vs geoblocking.

        • Holysmoke on 26/04/2016 - 09:56

          Working now on Chrome too.

          Could this be happening with other referral links as well?

        • scotty on 26/04/2016 - 10:02

          @Holysmoke: which other site blocks OzB referral?

    • Dacs on 08/07/2016 - 07:26

      Airbnb referral's page says "When a friend travels on Airbnb, you both get $40 AUD in travel credit. When they welcome their first guest, you get $100 AUD in travel credit."

      Ozbargain's Airbnb page says "Referee gets $45 credit. Referrer gets $45 credit when referee travel, $83 when referee host.".

      Please update.

      • Moderatormoocher on 08/07/2016 - 09:20

        Thanks, will update now.

  • yeahyeah on 27/04/2016 - 20:42

    Maybe this is a stupid question, I know there's an AMEX referal wiki page but how do I edit?

    • Moderatorhamza23 on 27/04/2016 - 20:47

      If you are on an overseas IP address (including VPN) then the edit button won't appear. If this is an issue contact us via TWAM and we can bypass it for you.

      • yeahyeah on 27/04/2016 - 20:48

        thanks!

  • cdaddy on 20/05/2016 - 08:26

    Can we please get Vultr.com referral Scotty?

    • scotty on 20/05/2016 - 09:21

      Can you get a bit more information on their referral program? How to apply? What requirement? What benefit? Sorry I am not a Vultr.com customer so unable to find out.

      • cdaddy on 20/05/2016 - 09:25

        Refer Vultr.com and earn $10 per paid signup!

        • $10 earned for every new unique paid user you refer.

        • Referred users must be 30+ days old and use at least $10 in payments to be counted as verified sales.

        • Payouts are finalized and issued on the business day following the 1st and 15th of each month.

        The Ref link is like http://www.vultr.com/?ref=XXXXXXX

      • cdaddy on 20/05/2016 - 09:27

        Refer Vultr.com and earn $10 per paid signup!

        • $10 earned for every new unique paid user you refer.

        • Referred users must be 30+ days old and use at least $10 in payments to be counted as verified sales.

        • Payouts are finalized and issued on the business day following the 1st and 15th of each month.

        i posted an example ref link but it got done for spam

        • scotty on 20/05/2016 - 09:28

          No worries. I can see the example.

        • scotty on 20/05/2016 - 09:50
          +1

          It has been added. However it appears that there's no benefit for the referred — just $10 for the referrer. People should be signing up with link offer instead to get $50 bonus credit.

  • expertreader on 21/05/2016 - 08:34

    mods, could we please add x-mirage referral??

    • scotty on 21/05/2016 - 08:44

      X-Mirage deal site is just a white-labelled StackCommerce Site. You should have posted it with the StackSocial link instead, and we do have referral set up for StackSocial.

  • Normie on 29/05/2016 - 20:48

    Could we look at adding Klook, Klook lets you buy tickets at a discount for tourist attractions focusing on South East Asia. Such as Universal Studios in Singapore, Disney Land in Hong Kong plus many more attractions. I brought tickets for Universal Studios Singapore and received the tickets instantly. If you download the app you can access the tickets even without wifi, which I used at Universal Studios, they just scan the barcode at the gate, no need to even print out the tickets. Klook refer a friend gives AUD4.5 to every friend who joins Klook and you AUD4.5 when your friend completes the experience booked. Also earn credits for booking experiences and writing a short review. My Klook Link: https://www.klook.com/invite/8E7LF
    Direct Link: https://www.klook.com/

    • scotty on 29/05/2016 - 21:28

      We don't even have an existing Klook deal.

    • zzyss on 30/05/2016 - 09:01

      LOL maybe go post it over on OzBargain's sister site: cheapcheaplah.com

      • Normie on 30/05/2016 - 13:16

        Yeah might be better to post it on cheapcheaplah.com

      • gimli on 30/05/2016 - 15:23

        does ozbargain have any brothers.
        It has so many sisters.

        • zzyss on 30/05/2016 - 16:36

          LOL yeah so sexist.

          I think it's a relic of European languages where everything has to have a gender. Maybe it should be brothers - "le site internet" is the translation of Website in French, which means it's "masculine".

          Maybe that's overthinking it a bit :-P

  • zzymurgy on 02/06/2016 - 12:33
    -1
    Merged from Time to introduce VPN.SH referrals

    Looks like we could now earn referrals on vpn.sh:

    For each user which you get to sign up to our service, your affiliate account will be credited with £4. Once you've amassed £12 in your affiliate account (so the equivalent of 3 signups), you'll be able to have this transferred to your PayPal account!

    To register as an affiliate today, visit our affiliates page (https://www.vpn.sh/clients/affiliates.php). Once logged in, clicked "Activate Affiliate Account" and you'll receive your affiliate link. At the bottom of the page, there's a direct link to the order form which you can use if you wish to send friends directly to the checkout rather than to our website first.

    Can we have this added to referrals page please?

    • scotty on 02/06/2016 - 12:46
      +1

      What benefit does referee receive? In the case of VPN.SH, the referrer receives direct monetary incentive (PayPal fund) and are treated as affiliate links on OzBargain.

  • scotty on 09/06/2016 - 11:42
    +1

    CurrencyFair has been added, where both referrer and referred will receive €30 + a free transfer.

  • deaj on 09/06/2016 - 13:19

    How about Fiverr? They allow anyone signing up to get $5 ($5USD) free so you can get 1 gig for absolutely nothing, just for signing up - seems like a good deal to. The referrer only gets a $5 credit when the person who signed up spends $10 so it's not as great for referrers, but it's still a good deal for people signing up using a referral code.

    Here's my referral link: https://www.fiverr.com/s2/621a42d9dd
    Referral info page: http://support.fiverr.com/hc/en-us/articles/205654287-How-do…

    • scotty on 09/06/2016 - 13:26

      How is it a good deal when the referred gets nothing?

      • spackbace on 09/06/2016 - 13:42

        Looks more like spamming the referral link… maybe change that link to a more generic one?

      • deaj on 09/06/2016 - 23:26

        As I said, it's not such a good deal for the referrer (unless the person goes on to spend $10 on the service), but free $5USD for the person signing up is still free.

  • scotty on 20/06/2016 - 14:07
    +1

    Just added UberEATS to the list of referrals we support, as we have been getting quite a few referral spams lately. It's a tricky one as

    • Only in mobile apps
    • You can only get the code after the first order
    • Code does appear to expire after a while
    • Only available to Melbourne currently

    So for now you can put in your UberEATS coupon code in our referral system. However it will auto-expire after a month.

  • scotty on 21/06/2016 - 12:21
    +8

    Another update to the user-referral system this morning. We will stop sending referral links / code from users who have not logged into OzBargain for more than 3 months. Because,

    • Referral is a benefit for active OzBargain users.
    • It also prevents people from creating accounts on OzBargain just to leave their referral code.

    So if you have not accessed OzBargain as a logged in user for more than 3 months, your referral links / code will not be included in the random pool.

  • moocher on 24/06/2016 - 16:48
    +1

    Added Digital Concert Hall to referral system.

  • ozshaz on 28/06/2016 - 16:10

    Can you please add Touchvoicemail. I think its already on choicecheapies. Thank you !!

    • [Deactivated] on 28/06/2016 - 17:24

      I put together a wiki page for this deal. No point in having this system as it will be over in a day or two.

  • Domingo on 06/07/2016 - 12:24

    Could we get Deliveroo added?

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/256107

    edit: Haven't created an account yet so that I can be referred, so can't see the details on how to get a link from the site.

    • Moderatormoocher on 06/07/2016 - 12:33

      Yes, just added. :)

      • Domingo on 06/07/2016 - 12:51

        thanks!

  • Legsweeping on 26/07/2016 - 18:15

    Could you please add Foodora to the referral list.

    Example of a deal here https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/258911.

    Give $10 receive $10 for app orders.

  • PLANT on 27/07/2016 - 16:48

    Hi all,

    Sendle is one of the new kids on the block in competition for some of Australia Post’s parcel delivery market.
    Current referral promotion

    The current promotion requires your friend to register by 31st July and send parcels until 31st August. Here are the numbers:

    You both earn 100 Velocity Points when your friend signs up and sends one or more parcels
    You both earn 1,000 Velocity Points when your friend signs up and sends five or more parcels
    You both earn 10,000 Velocity Points when your friend signs up and sends 100 or more parcels

    This is my referral link:

    https://www.sendle.com/partners/velo...paign=RFV24527

    • Moderatorhamza23 on 27/07/2016 - 23:42

      Hi PLANT,

      For that one you can use the referral wiki here.

      From this deal we decided not to add it to the referral system as it ends at the end of this month.

  • [Deactivated] on 03/08/2016 - 15:43

    Could you add TrackR to the referral system.
    Example Referral Link https://thetrackr.com/?ref_code=oUFiF
    Benefit for referees: Free TrackR with any Purchase.
    Benefit for referrers: Free TrackR (no purchase required)

    Sign up for referral link

  • Neoika on 05/08/2016 - 20:11

    After several testings,ING DIRECT working Referral link has changed to

    https://www.campaigns.ingdirect.com.au/refer?code=ABC123

    Please help change in the system so that all OzBargain members can benefit from it.

  • Neoika on 05/08/2016 - 20:12

    MOD please review the comment above,thanks!

  • Holysmoke on 29/08/2016 - 16:23

    Can Vaniday.com.au be added to the system?
    Referral for a $25 credit is in the form of: https://referral.vaniday.com.au/491D87E3

  • Dboc1987 on 31/08/2016 - 13:04

    Scotty, I think there is a problem with the links to winedirect.com.au the correct referral link is not coming through and people aren't getting the benefit. I think it may be a coding issue with the individual link random referral generator

    • scotty on 31/08/2016 - 13:47

      Wait. Are you an associate with winedirect, or Just a referrer?

    • scotty on 31/08/2016 - 13:49

      Anyway. It should be fixed now.

      • Dboc1987 on 31/08/2016 - 14:21

        Sorry, yes, I work for the company. Thanks for your help!

      • Dboc1987 on 31/08/2016 - 14:37

        @scotty still seems to be broken. Can you please pm me a direct email so I can explain for you?

    • Gav on 13/09/2016 - 20:21

      Is winedirect still not listed because of this?

      • scotty on 13/09/2016 - 22:13
        +1

        Yes there are some issues integrating winedirect's referral system so it's turned off at the moment.

    • scotty on 25/02/2017 - 10:45

      We now support multiple parameters for referral and have turned it on for winedirect.

      • Dboc1987 on 27/02/2017 - 10:42

        You the man Scotty, looks to be working now, greatly appreciated. I'll let you know if there stem any issues from our end

  • Neoika on 13/09/2016 - 07:33

    Cashrewards introduces Refer a Friend system now.

    • scotty on 13/09/2016 - 07:42
      +1

      Added :)

  • Dacs on 24/09/2016 - 13:08

    Ratesetter's referral promotion has finished. Their referral page says "Sorry! We don't currently have any Welcome Bonus offers available. Make sure to check back regularly for new bonus offers or promotions"

    • scotty on 24/09/2016 - 13:47

      Thanks. RateSetters referral program disabled for now

  • [Deactivated] on 24/09/2016 - 17:23
    +1

    Are you allowed to have a refferal link as your profiles website? Just looking at the user who posted the comment above (Dacs) has an Airbnb refferal as his website.

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