# What is a Referral Program?

A Referral Program - compared to an Affiliate Program - is a simpler way for happy customers to share your products with their friends and family. [How is it different to an Affiliate Program?](https://docs.bixgrow.com/bixgrow-intro/what-is-bixgrow#what-are-the-differences-between-the-affiliate-and-referral-programs) The structure is quick to set up, and no marketing experience or payment methods are required. 

One can be found in **Extra functions** > **Others**.

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