# Get ready to launch your program

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#### Create a program

Set the foundation of your affiliate program by defining its core settings:

* Commission rules: Default commission rate and any special rules
* Customer discount: Optional discount customers receive through affiliate coupons

This is where you decide how affiliates earn and what benefits customers get.

👉[ Learn more about how to create a program. ](https://docs.bixgrow.com/~/revisions/pxWXR0mii4aOCQvmM13y/affiliate-program/create-a-program)

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#### Add your brand identity

Customize the affiliate experience to match your store’s look and feel:

* Upload your logo
* Set your brand colors
* Add customized text or messaging

This branding appears in your affiliate portal and emails.

👉 [Learn more about branding.](https://docs.bixgrow.com/~/revisions/pxWXR0mii4aOCQvmM13y/bixgrow-intro/merchant-onboarding/broken-reference)
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#### Add payment method

Choose how you will pay commissions to your affiliates. Available options include:

* In-app methods: PayPal, Store credit
* External methods: Bank transfers and other manual payout types

This ensures you’re ready to send payouts as soon as affiliates start earning.

👉[ Learn more about payouts.](https://docs.bixgrow.com/~/revisions/pxWXR0mii4aOCQvmM13y/payouts)
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#### Design portal pages

Create the pages where affiliates sign up and learn about your program:

* [Sign-up Page](https://docs.bixgrow.com/~/revisions/pxWXR0mii4aOCQvmM13y/bixgrow-intro/merchant-onboarding/broken-reference) – Let affiliates apply to join your program
* Landing Page – Showcase program benefits, rewards, and requirements
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#### Review email automation

BixGrow sends helpful automated emails on your behalf. Review and update key messages like:

* Welcome email
* Application pending/approved
* Rewards and discount notifications

This ensures that your communication aligns with your brand voice.
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### Next steps

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><i class="fa-2">:2:</i></td><td><h4><strong>Test your setup</strong></h4></td><td>Confirm everything works correctly by testing affiliate sign-up, and commission tracking before going live.</td><td><a href="test-your-setup">test-your-setup</a></td></tr><tr><td><i class="fa-3">:3:</i></td><td><h4><strong>Promote your affiliate program</strong></h4></td><td>Attract quality affiliates by sharing your program across your store, customer touchpoints, and marketing channels.</td><td><a href="promote-your-affiliate-program">promote-your-affiliate-program</a></td></tr></tbody></table>
