What is the Deriv turnover commission plan for digital options?

The Deriv turnover commission plan is a performance-based compensation model designed for partners who prioritise consistent, volume-driven income over high-risk reward structures. Unlike traditional revenue-share models that rely on the revenue generated by the client, the turnover model pays you based on the trading volume your clients generate.

For global partners, this is a strategic pivot. It aligns your success directly with your client’s activity—meaning you earn every time they trade, regardless of the trade's outcome. Whether your referred clients are trading digital options, multipliers, or accumulators, your commission is calculated on the mathematical probability or fee structure of their positions, creating a predictable revenue stream for active partners.

Gabriel Guzman, Business Development Executive at Deriv, explains: "The Deriv Partner Program offers a revolutionary approach to affiliate marketing in the trading industry. Unlike traditional programs that force you to choose between different commission types or products, we provide ONE unified system where every partner receives ALL earning opportunities from day one.”

Key takeaways

• Volume-Based earnings: You earn commissions based on the total stake or probability of trades, not on client losses.
• Up to 1.5% on options: Digital options trades earn between 0% and 1.5% commission based on payout probability; lower probability trades (higher risk for clients) pay the highest rates.
• 40% on fee-based products: Trades on Multipliers, Accumulators, Vanillas, and Turbos earn you 40% of the platform fee.
• Consistency over volatility: This model is ideal for partners with active, high-frequency trading clients, offering smoother cash flow compared to CPA or Revenue Share.
• Transparent payouts: Commissions are calculated daily and paid monthly (starting the 15th), with real-time tracking via the Deriv partner dashboard.

How does the Deriv turnover commission plan for digital options benefit partners?

The turnover commission plan for digital options allows partners to earn from the total trading volume generated by their referred clients. When a client registers and trades digital options or selects advanced products via your unique link, they can contribute to your earnings every time they trade.

Eligible products include:

• Digital Options
• Deriv Accumulators
• Deriv Multipliers
• Vanillas and Turbos

Gabriel Guzman, Business Development Executive at Deriv, highlights: "You are rewarded each time your client completes a trade—the larger their overall trading activity, the greater your earning potential. Deriv ensures full transparency in commission structure, enabling you to potentially optimise your promotional strategies and target specific user behaviour."

Essential terms to understand Deriv’s turnover commission structure 

To master the turnover commission plan, you must understand the specific financial entities that drive your earnings.

1. Digital options: Fixed-time derivative contracts where clients predict market direction. Commissions here are dynamic, based on "Payout Probability."

2. Payout probability: The mathematical likelihood of a trade being profitable, calculated as (Stake ÷ Payout) × 100. This is the primary metric Deriv uses to determine your commission rate for options. As Investopedia explains, understanding probability distributions is crucial for making informed trading decisions.

3. Stake amount: The capital your client invests in a single trade. In a turnover model, higher client stakes equal higher baseline volume for your commissions.

4. Multipliers: Leveraged products that amplify market movements. Partners earn 40% of the platform fee rather than percentage-based commissions on trading volume. Check out our blog on how Multipliers work. 

5. Trading volume (Turnover): The total monetary value of all executed trades. This is the "North Star" metric for this specific partner plan.

Comparison: Turnover vs. Revenue Share

Understanding the difference between these two affiliate marketing commission models is critical for selecting the right strategy for your traffic.

Strategic Insight: If you run a trading academy or a signal group where you teach clients how to trade responsibly (and thus stay active longer), the Turnover Plan is often superior. It creates a "Win-Win" where you are incentivised to keep your clients active and trading, rather than hoping they lose their deposit.

Digital options commissions rates: complete structure breakdown 

For Digital Options, the commission is based on the payout probability of the client’s contracts. Our digital options commission rates are specifically designed to reward partners based on success probability, with higher commissions for lower-probability trades.

Note: Trades with extremely high probability (95%+) generate minimal platform revenue, hence the 0% commission rate. This encourages partners to focus on standard trading strategies rather than arbitrage bots.

Commission structure for other products

For fee-based products, the calculation simplifies to a fee-share model:

• For Multipliers, Accumulators, Vanillas, and Turbos, you earn 40% of the fee charged to the client.

Example: If a client is charged USD 5 for a Multipliers trade, you earn USD 2 in commission.

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How to calculate trading commissions for digital options? 

Understanding how to calculate trading commissions is essential for maximising your earnings potential. Here's the step-by-step process:

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Commission = Stake amount x Turnover commission (%)

If a client trades Digital Options with a stake of USD 10 and receives a payout of USD 15:

• Payout probability

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Based on the probability chart, this falls under the 0.5% commission rate

• Commission calculation

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Total commission earned: USD 0.05

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How are commissions calculated for Multipliers?

Commission = Client fee x 40%

Client trades multipliers with a stake of USD137 with a multiplier of 100. The client is charged USD 5 for this trade (client fee).

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Total commission earned: USD 2

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How are commission calculated for Vanillas, Turbos, or Accumulators?

Commission = Client fee x 40%

How to optimise your potential earnings under the turnover model 

To optimise your earnings under the turnover model:

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1. Focus on education: Teach clients about payout probability calculations to help them make informed trading decisions. This builds trust and increases long-term trading activity.
2. Diversify product promotion: Encourage clients to try Accumulators. These low-barrier products encourage long streaks of small trades—perfect for building volume without blowing up client accounts.
3. Monitor churn: Turnover requires retention. If clients burn out quickly, your volume dies. Focus on money management education. A client who trades small amounts for 6 months is worth 10x more than a client who goes "all in" once and quits.
4. Leverage our educational resources: Use Deriv's comprehensive trading guides to support client development. Better-educated clients typically maintain higher trading volumes over time.

How and when do you receive your commissions? 

• Payment cycle: Payouts occur monthly, starting from the 15th of every month.
• Withdrawal methods:
  
  • Deriv FIAT Account: Fastest method. Withdraw to Skrill, Neteller, or Bank Transfer.
  • Cryptocurrency: Minimum payout $500. Ideal for partners preferring anonymity or decentralized assets (Bitcoin, USDT, etc).
  • Neteller: Low minimum payout of $10.
• Transparency: The Deriv partner dashboard provides a granular view of every impression, click, registration, and trade. Use this data to identify which of your marketing channels is bringing in the "High Volume" whales versus the low-value leads.

FAQs

How does Deriv's turnover commission plan compare to other brokers' partner programmes?

Unlike fixed CPA or unclear revenue-sharing models, Deriv offers transparent percentage-based commissions on actual trading volume with real-time dashboard tracking. You have the potential to earn more as your clients trade more, aligning incentives and fostering long-term partnerships.

Why do high-probability trades (95%+) earn no commission?

High-probability digital options typically offer minimal payouts and generate less platform revenue. The 95% threshold ensures sustainable programme economics while encouraging strategic client education rather than promoting unrealistic "easy win" trades.

Can I earn from the same client trading both digital options and multipliers?

Yes. Digital options use probability-based rates (up to 1.5%), while multipliers earn 40% of platform fees. This allows diversified earning strategies from single client relationships, maximising your income potential.

How quickly can I access my commission earnings after the monthly payout?

Deriv account withdrawals are processed fastest with flexible minimums. NETeller requires $10 minimum with 1-3 business day processing. Cryptocurrency requires $500 minimum but offers additional privacy, typically processing within 24-48 hours.

What happens if a client's trading patterns change over time?

Your commissions adjust automatically based on their actual trading activity and probability selections. The turnover model rewards ongoing client engagement rather than just initial deposits, making it ideal for building sustainable income opportunities.

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