> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.bixgrow.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.bixgrow.com/affiliate-program/special-commission-rules/advanced-commission-rules.md).
# Advance commission
Advanced commission rules allow you to add different rules for orders that meet specific conditions of Coupon, Customer, or Lifetime tracking. These rules will override the default commission.
### How to set up **Advanced commission rules**
Go to **Program** > **Edit** > **Find Advanced commission rule > Add rule**
### Condition types
#### 1. Coupon
Apply a different commission when orders use a specific coupon.\
Options include:
* **Affiliate coupon** – applies to all coupons assigned to affiliates in BixGrow
* **Any coupon** – applies to all coupon orders
* **Equal to** – applies to a specific coupon code
* **Contain** – applies to all coupons that contain certain words
> **Example 1:**
>
> You can set a 15% commission for orders using “SUMMER” coupons, while keeping the default rate at 10%.
> **Example 2:**
>
> I'm having a holiday sale in my store and don't want to pay commissions on orders that have `HOLIDAY` discounts applied. How do I set it up so that the app automatically cancels commissions in this case?
> In this example, if the order has a coupon whose name contains "HOLIDAY" applied, it will not be tracked nor given any commissions.
#### **2. Customer**
Differentiate commission rates for new or returning (old) customers.\
This helps you motivate affiliates to attract new shoppers.
**Example 1: Reward affiliates only for new customers**
**Goal**: Pay commission only when affiliates bring new customers.
**How to set up:**
Customer is **Old** → **disable tracking**
**Result**: Orders from old customers aren't tracked and earn no commission. Affiliates earn 10% default commission only when they refer new customers.
**Example 2: Pay a higher commission for new customers**
**Goal**: Encourage affiliates to bring in new customers.
**How to set up**
Customer is **New** → **20%.**
**Result**: New customers earn affiliates 20%. Old customers still earn the default 10%.
#### **3. Lifetime tracking**
Set a custom commission rate for orders placed by customers linked through [Lifetime commission](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MgF8JYyDG6E04QAIO9_/s/8I1FvDPwi1VP7QixsjAS/~/changes/306/affiliate-program/special-commission-rules/lifetime-commission#id-3.-lifetime-commission-amount).\
Ideal if you want to lower or increase payouts for repeat lifetime orders.
> **Example:**
>
> Affiliates get 8% for lifetime orders (the subsequent orders) instead of the default 10%.
{% hint style="info" %}
You must enable [Lifetime commission](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MgF8JYyDG6E04QAIO9_/s/8I1FvDPwi1VP7QixsjAS/~/changes/306/affiliate-program/special-commission-rules/lifetime-commission#id-3.-lifetime-commission-amount) to apply this different rate
{% endhint %}
#### 4. Recurring order tracking
Apply unique commission rates to recurring orders (e.g., subscription renewals).\
You can differentiate payouts for initial vs. repeat subscription purchases.
> Example:
>
> Give 10% for the first subscription order and 5% for renewals.
{% hint style="info" %}
You must enable [Recurring order tracking](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MgF8JYyDG6E04QAIO9_/s/8I1FvDPwi1VP7QixsjAS/~/changes/306/affiliate-program/special-commission-rules/recurring-order-tracking)[ ](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MgF8JYyDG6E04QAIO9_/s/8I1FvDPwi1VP7QixsjAS/~/changes/306/affiliate-program/special-commission-rules/lifetime-commission#id-3.-lifetime-commission-amount)to apply this different rate
{% endhint %}
[Learn more about the differences between Lifetime commission & Recurring commission!](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MgF8JYyDG6E04QAIO9_/s/8I1FvDPwi1VP7QixsjAS/~/changes/306/affiliate-program/special-commission-rules/lifetime-commission-vs-recurring-commission)
{% hint style="info" %}
If an order meets more than one rule's conditions, only the highest-priority rule is applied. You can change a rule's priority by dragging it to reorder the list.
{% endhint %}
