In this guide, you will learn how to earn hosting credits by referring customers through the Cloudways Referral Program — helping you lower your hosting bills.
Cloudways also offers a separate Affiliate Program for those who prefer to earn commissions instead of hosting credits.
Important:
You must have an upgraded Cloudways account to join this referral program. If you do not have one, sign up on Cloudways and upgrade your account first.
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How to Refer a Customer to Cloudways?
The Cloudways Referral Program makes it easy to invite others and earn rewards. In just a few quick steps, you can generate your referral link, share it with your network, and start earning hosting credits toward your Cloudways account.
Earn Hosting Credits by Referring Cloudways
Invite others to try Cloudways and earn rewards!
Invite others to Cloudways and earn rewards. When someone signs up through your referral link, they’ll get $25 in hosting credit, and once they upgrade and pay two invoices, you’ll receive $50 in hosting credit added to your own account.
You can earn unlimited hosting credits — share your referral link with friends, clients, and professional contacts to save more on your Cloudways invoices.
Important:
If your referral cancels their account, it will not count as a valid referral, and no hosting credits will be issued.
Invite a Customer in Three Easy Steps
Follow these simple steps to find your unique referral link and start inviting new customers.
Step #1 — Navigate to the Referral Section:
Log in to the Cloudways Platform.
Click Refer & Get $50 on the top menu bar to access your referral options.
Important:
If you do not see this feature, please contact our support team via Live Chat—available 24/7—or email us at [email protected].
Step #2 — Copy Your Referral Link or Share It Directly:
Once the dialogue box containing your Unique Referral Link opens, you can:
Copy your unique referral link using the copy button and share it anywhere (email, chat, website, etc.).
Share directly on social media using the available icons (Facebook, Twitter, and more) — no need to copy and paste manually.
Important:
If the referral does not meet the required conditions, it will not count as a valid referral, and no hosting credits will be issued for that particular referee.
Step #3 — Check the Referral Hosting Credits You Have Received:
You can view the hosting credits you’ve earned from referrals by following these steps:
Navigate to the My Account section on the Cloudways Platform.
Click on Funds to see the referral credits that have been added to your account.
Referral Reward Conditions
You will receive $50 in hosting credit once the user you referred meets all of the following conditions:
Spends at least $30 on Cloudways products and services
Pays a minimum of two invoices with Cloudways
The referred user will also receive $25 in hosting credit when they sign up — these credits become usable once they upgrade their account.
Who Should I Share My Referral Link With?
The Cloudways Referral Program works best when your link is shared in thoughtful, relevant contexts. Here are some great ways to maximize your rewards:
Agencies: If you host client websites on Cloudways, use your referral link when setting up new client accounts — save on your own hosting costs while onboarding clients to a trusted platform.
Freelancers: Whether managing one site or many, using your referral link for client accounts helps you earn credits and lower out-of-pocket hosting expenses.
Closed Communities: Share your link in trusted groups where members are actively seeking reliable hosting solutions — helping others while building your reputation as a resource.
Team & Colleagues: Encourage coworkers and team members who handle hosting setups to use your referral link — an easy way to generate rewards while keeping everything within the Cloudways ecosystem.
Friends & Network: Recommend Cloudways to friends or contacts starting blogs, launching side projects, or switching from outdated hosting providers.
Best Practices
Keep it personal: Share your link through one-on-one conversations, emails, or targeted posts — not mass posts or public blasts.
Avoid spammy channels: Do not post your referral link on public forums, coupon sites, or in an automated/spammy way — this may result in account blacklisting.
Start Earning with the Cloudways Referral Program
You now know how to take full advantage of the Cloudways Referral Program, a great way to earn hosting credits and save on your invoices.
If you would prefer to earn cash commissions instead of hosting credits, consider joining the Cloudways Affiliate Program to start earning today.
FAQs
I’ve signed up on Cloudways, but my account is still in trial — can I generate a referral link?
No. The referral program is only available to customers with upgraded Cloudways accounts.
I don’t have a Cloudways account yet — can I refer someone and get a discount on my first month?
No. You must have an upgraded Cloudways account to participate in the referral program.
When are hosting credits paid out?
Hosting credits are automatically added to your Cloudways account once the referred user pays at least two invoices and spends a minimum of $30 on Cloudways services.
How can I contact support if I have questions?
You can reach us anytime via 24/7 Live Chat or by emailing our Referral support team at [email protected].
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