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MLFG Affiliate Partner Programme

Help your clients get online.

Join a partner programme built for consultants, advisers and service businesses that work with startups and small businesses.

Refer people who need a website or online store, earn 10% commission on eligible purchases, access ready-made promotional material and get a free business listing in the MLFG Partner Directory.

10%

Standard commission on eligible order value

30 days

Standard referral tracking window

Free

Partner Directory listing for approved partners

More than an affiliate link

A useful service relationship for the businesses you already support

Choose the starting point that feels closest to where you are now. We’ll guide you from there.

Earn from suitable referrals

Receive 10% commission on eligible purchases correctly attributed to your partner account.

Give clients another route

Recommend MLFG when someone needs a website or online store and would benefit from guided setup and support.

Promote your own business too

Approved partners can create a free listing in the MLFG Partner Directory, subject to review.

Use links and QR codes

Share your standard referral URL, create tracked links to relevant MLFG pages or download your referral QR code.

Use approved campaign material

Access square graphics, story graphics, horizontal designs, partner badges and other promotional resources.

Leave the website conversation to us

Once a suitable client is introduced, MLFG can discuss the project, available options and next steps directly with them.
New partner benefit

Get your business listed in the MLFG Partner Directory

Approved partners can apply for one free public business listing.

The directory is intended to help startups and small businesses discover independent providers who offer services that may support their business.

  • Business name and profile image or logo
  • Your name and short introduction
  • Services you provide
  • How you help startups and small businesses
  • Business location and areas served
  • Website and optional contact details
  • Optional social media profiles
  • Your own public listing page
Example listing

Our Partners

Who the programme is for

Do your clients sometimes ask who can help with their website?

You may be a good fit if you regularly work with people starting, running or growing a small business.
Startup Consultants
Business Advisers
Business Coaches
Accountants
Bookkeepers
Business Mentors
Marketing Consultants
Branding Specialists
Social Media Consultants
CIC & Charity Advisers
Funding Consultants
Product Sourcing Specialists
Training Providers
Community Organisations
Possible client referrals

The businesses you refer do not all need to look the same

MLFG works with people at different stages, from a hobbyist testing an idea to an established small business that needs a stronger online presence.

Startups

Founders preparing their first business website or online store.

Hobbyists

People beginning to turn a skill, interest or product idea into a business.

Artists & Makers

Creators who want a place to present and sell their work online.

Small Businesses

Existing businesses that need a new website or online selling route.

Single Product

Businesses launching around one main product or focused offer.

Multi-product

Businesses selling a larger range across categories or collections.

Print On Demand

Creators selling products produced after a customer places an order.

Dropshipping

Businesses selling products that are fulfilled directly by a supplier.

How it works

A simple referral process

You introduce the opportunity. MLFG handles the website conversation from there.

Apply to join

Create your partner account and submit your application. MLFG reviews applications before approval.

Get your partner tools

Once approved, access your personal referral link, QR code, promotional materials and Partner Directory listing tools.

Recommend MLFG when the need appears

Share your referral link or introduce someone directly when they need a website or online store.

MLFG speaks with the client

We discuss their business, what they need and the available MLFG service options.

Track your referral

Visit your partner account to review tracked visits, referrals, unpaid commission and completed payouts.

Receive eligible commission

Approved commission is normally paid monthly once your account balance exceeds £20.

Your partner account

Everything you need to manage your referrals

Approved partners receive access to the MLFG Affiliate Portal.
  • Personal affiliate referral link
  • Link generator for MLFG pages
  • Downloadable referral QR code
  • Social sharing options
  • Promotional materials
  • Partner badges
  • Referral records
  • Visit tracking
  • Commission information
  • Payout records
  • Partner Directory listing management
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Your role stays simple

You do not need to become the website expert

Your part is recognising when someone may benefit from MLFG and making the introduction.
  • We review the client enquiry
  • We discuss the business and website requirements
  • We explain the relevant MLFG options
  • We confirm what information the client needs to provide
  • We handle the website or online store setup
  • We support the client through the launch process
  • We provide training and support connected with their MLFG service
Partner earnings

10%

Standard commission

Commission is calculated on eligible net order value received by MLFG under the Affiliate Terms and Conditions.

Clear tracking and monthly payouts

  • Standard 30-day referral tracking window
  • Last valid affiliate link will usually receive referral credit
  • Commission shown inside your partner account
  • Payments made in GBP
  • Approved balances paid monthly once they exceed £20
  • Balances below £20 carry into the next payment cycle

Refunds, cancellations, chargebacks, self-referrals, invalid referrals and non-compliant transactions do not qualify for commission. Full rules appear in the Affiliate Terms and Conditions.

Promotion made easier

Material ready for you to use

You do not need to design partner graphics from scratch.

Social graphics

Square, story and horizontal images for suitable social and digital promotion.

Partner badge

Approved badge graphics that can be used on your website or other suitable business material.

Referral links

Send people to the MLFG homepage or create tracked links to a relevant page.

QR code

Download your own referral QR code for printed material, events, workshops or presentations.

Monthly partner communication

Receive regular partner ideas, service examples and material that may help you recognise referral opportunities.

Partner support

Contact the MLFG team when you need help with a possible referral or your partner account.

Getting started

From application to active partner

Apply

Submit your details through the MLFG Partner Portal.

Review

MLFG reviews your application and may request further information.

Access

Approved partners receive access to referral tools and promotional material.

List your business

Create your free Partner Directory listing and submit it for approval.
Questions

Partner programme FAQ

Individuals, businesses and organisations may apply. The programme is particularly suited to consultants, advisers and service providers who work with startups and small businesses. Applications are subject to review.

The standard rate is 10% of eligible order value unless another rate appears in the Partner Portal or has been agreed by MLFG in writing.

The standard referral window is 30 days. The last valid affiliate link clicked before purchase will usually receive the referral credit.

Payments are normally made monthly in GBP once the approved affiliate balance exceeds £20. Lower balances carry into the next payment cycle.

Yes. Approved affiliate partners can submit one business listing without a directory listing fee. Listings are reviewed before publication and remain subject to programme and directory rules.

There is no minimum referral target. The programme is intended to be useful when a suitable client need comes up naturally.

Yes. Partners can use their tracked referral link and may have access to a direct referral or introduction route through the Partner Portal.

No. Self-referrals are not permitted under the Affiliate Terms and Conditions.

No. Partners must not create unauthorised discounts, vouchers, guarantees or special offers.

Where required by law, advertising rules or the platform being used, the commercial relationship must be disclosed clearly near the affiliate content or link.

Become an MLFG partner

Help businesses take their next step online

Apply for the Make Local for Global Affiliate Partner Programme, access your referral tools and add your business to the MLFG Partner Directory once approved.
Participation is subject to approval and the MLFG Affiliate Terms and Conditions. Directory listings are reviewed separately before publication. MLFG does not guarantee referrals, leads, commission, traffic or income.
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