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How to Request Your Affiliate Payout

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Written by Brandon Austin
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How to Request Your Affiliate Payout

Learn how to request your affiliate commission payments through the Heritage Web Affiliate Portal.

Quick Answer

To request a payout, log into affiliate.heritageweb.com, navigate to Payments โ†’ Request Payout, verify your available balance meets the minimum threshold ($50 for PayPal/ACH, $500 for wire), and click "Request Payout." Payments are processed on the 1st of each month and typically arrive within 3-5 business days. Remember, payouts are NOT automaticโ€”you must manually request each payment.

Before You Request

Check Your Eligibility

Minimum Requirements

  • 2 Successful Referrals: Lifetime requirement (one-time achievement)

  • Minimum Balance:

    • PayPal: $50 available

    • ACH: $50 available

    • Wire Transfer: $500 available

  • 60-Day Clear: Commissions must be past review period

  • Valid Payment Method: Configured in portal

Understanding Your Balance

Three Balance Types:

  • Pending: Under 60-day review (cannot withdraw)

  • Available: Cleared and ready for payout

  • Total: Pending + Available combined

Where to Check:

  1. Log into affiliate.heritageweb.com

  2. Dashboard shows balance summary

  3. Or go to Payments โ†’ Balance Details

Step-by-Step Payout Request

Step 1: Log Into Affiliate Portal

  • Visit affiliate.heritageweb.com

  • Use your Affiliate Portal credentials (not Heritage Web login)

  • If forgotten, use "Forgot Password" link

Step 2: Navigate to Payments

  • Click "Payments" in main menu

  • Select "Request Payout" from dropdown

  • Or use quick link on dashboard if available

Step 3: Review Payout Details

Information Displayed:

  • Available balance amount

  • Selected payment method

  • Processing fee (if wire transfer)

  • Net amount you'll receive

  • Next payment date (1st of month)

Step 4: Verify Payment Method

  • Confirm correct payment method shown

  • Check email/account details are current

  • Update if necessary before requesting

  • Changes apply to future payouts only

Step 5: Meet Minimum Threshold

If Below Minimum:

  • Cannot proceed with request

  • Options displayed:

    • Continue earning to reach minimum

    • Switch to lower threshold method

    • Wait for more commissions

If Above Minimum:

  • Green checkmark appears

  • "Request Payout" button active

  • Can proceed with request

Step 6: Submit Request

  1. Click "Request Payout" button

  2. Confirm amount in pop-up

  3. Click "Confirm Request"

  4. See success message

  5. Receive confirmation email

Step 7: Confirmation

Immediate Confirmation Shows:

  • Request ID number

  • Amount requested

  • Expected payment date

  • Payment method

  • Status: "Pending Processing"

Email Confirmation Contains:

  • Same details as above

  • Processing timeline

  • What to expect next

  • Support contact info

After Your Request

Processing Timeline

Request Cutoff

  • Submit Before: Last day of month

  • Processed On: 1st of next month

  • Example: Request May 28 โ†’ Paid June 1

Payment Delivery

Method

Processing Time

When You'll Receive

PayPal

Instant-24 hours

June 1-2

ACH

3-5 business days

June 4-6

Wire

3-7 business days

June 4-8

Tracking Your Request

In Portal

  1. Go to Payments โ†’ Payout History

  2. See all requests with status:

    • Pending Processing

    • Processing

    • Completed

    • Failed (rare)

Status Updates

  • Pending Processing: Awaiting monthly batch

  • Processing: Payment being sent (on 1st)

  • Completed: Payment sent successfully

  • Failed: Issue requiring attention

Payment Notifications

When Payment Sent

Email Includes:

  • Payment confirmation

  • Transaction ID

  • Amount sent

  • Payment method used

  • Expected arrival time

When Payment Received

PayPal: Sends separate receipt ACH: Check bank account Wire: Bank notification

Common Issues & Solutions

Request Button Disabled

Possible Causes:

  • Below minimum threshold

  • No available balance (all pending)

  • Payment method not configured

  • Haven't reached 2 referrals yet

Solutions:

  • Wait for pending to clear (60 days)

  • Configure payment method first

  • Earn more to reach minimum

  • Check lifetime referral count

Request Not Processing

If Status Stuck on "Pending":

  • Verify current date (before 1st?)

  • Check for system notifications

  • Contact support if overdue

  • Confirm no account issues

Payment Not Received

Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Check Timeline: Has enough time passed?

  2. Verify Details: Payment method correct?

  3. Check Email: Any failure notifications?

  4. Bank/PayPal: Check correct account

  5. Contact Support: If beyond expected timeline

Request Failed

Common Reasons:

  • Invalid payment details

  • Account verification issues

  • Insufficient available balance

  • Technical problems

Resolution:

  1. Check notification email for details

  2. Update payment information

  3. Resubmit request

Multiple Requests

Can You Have Multiple Pending?

  • No: One request at a time

  • Wait Until: Current request completes

  • Then: Submit next request

  • Monthly Cycle: Most request monthly

Partial Payouts

  • Not Available: Must request full available balance

  • Cannot: Select specific amount

  • Cannot: Leave some available

  • All or Nothing: Full balance only

Frequency Recommendations

  • Monthly: If consistently above minimum

  • Quarterly: For smaller earners

  • Don't Wait: Too long (365-day expiration)

  • Regular Schedule: Set calendar reminder

Special Situations

First Payout

Additional Requirements:

  • May need identity verification

  • Tax information (US affiliates)

  • Extra processing time possible

  • Watch for additional emails

Large Payouts ($5,000+)

May Require:

  • Additional verification

  • Manual review

  • Extended processing

  • Direct communication

International Payouts

Considerations:

  • Wire transfer usually required

  • Higher minimum ($500)

  • Longer processing time

  • Currency conversion handled by bank

  • Additional fees possible

Year-End Payouts

December Requests:

  • Process January 1

  • Tax year considerations

  • May want to delay/accelerate

  • Consult tax advisor

Best Practices

Payout Schedule

Recommended Approach:

  1. Set monthly reminder for 25th

  2. Check available balance

  3. Request if above minimum

  4. Don't accumulate unnecessarily

  5. Track in spreadsheet

Record Keeping

Document Everything:

  • Screenshot confirmations

  • Save email receipts

  • Download payout history

  • Track for taxes

  • Note request dates

Avoiding Problems

  • Keep payment method current

  • Request before expiration warnings

  • Don't wait for large accumulation

  • Respond to any portal messages

  • Monitor email regularly

FAQs

Can I cancel a payout request? Only before the 1st of the month processing. Contact support immediately if needed.

Why can't I request a specific amount? The system pays out your full available balance to simplify processing and reduce errors.

What if the 1st falls on a weekend? Payments still process on the 1st, but bank processing may add 1-2 days for arrival.

Can someone else request payout for me? No. Only the account owner can request payouts for security reasons.

How many times can I request per month? Once. After processing on the 1st, you can request again for the next month's batch.

What if I miss the month-end deadline? Your request will process on the 1st of the following month (additional 30-day wait).

Next Steps

  1. Log into your Affiliate Portal now

  2. Check your available balance

  3. Verify payment method is configured

  4. Request payout if eligible

  5. Set monthly reminder for future

Related Articles

  • Payment Schedule & Minimum Threshold

  • Payment Methods: PayPal, ACH, and Wire Transfer Options

  • Understanding Commission Expiration and Claiming Your Earnings

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