Affiliate Programs
ConvertKit (now Kit) Review 2026
Creator-focused email platform with 30% recurring affiliate commissions
Last updated: January 15, 2026
What is ConvertKit (now Kit)?
Email marketing platform built for creators — bloggers, YouTubers, podcasters, and course creators. Rebranded from ConvertKit to Kit in 2024. Offers 30% recurring affiliate commissions.
Pros
- 12 years in business — popular creator tool
- Per-customer residual $7.50-50/mo (30% for 24mo)
- Free plan makes honest recommendations easy
- Growing beyond email (Kit rebrand 2024)
Cons
- 24-month limit (not lifetime recurring)
- Beehiiv, Ghost, Substack competition
- Creator-only niche
- Paid plans start $25+/mo
Rating Breakdown
Residual Income
4.0
Potential for ongoing passive income
Simplicity
4.0
Easy to understand and execute
Transparency
4.5
Clear about costs, requirements, and income
Community & Support
4.0
Quality of training and community
Value for Money
4.0
Worth the investment
Overall Rating
4.0
Frequently Asked Questions About ConvertKit (now Kit)
How much can you earn as a ConvertKit/Kit affiliate?
Kit pays 30% recurring commissions for 24 months. If you refer a customer paying $100/month, you earn $30/month for 2 years ($720 total per customer). Building a portfolio of referrals creates meaningful recurring income.
Why did ConvertKit rebrand to Kit?
ConvertKit rebranded to Kit in 2024 to better reflect its evolution beyond email marketing into a broader creator platform including digital product sales, landing pages, and more.
ConvertKit vs Beehiiv for affiliates?
Kit pays 30% recurring (24 months) while Beehiiv pays 50% recurring (12 months). Kit has a larger existing customer base; Beehiiv is growing faster. Both are legitimate affiliate opportunities for the creator niche.