Refgrow
For Developer Tools

The Affiliate Platform Developers Actually Like

Add a referral program to your developer tool that feels native. API-first, embeddable, with documentation your team will appreciate.

Why Refgrow for Developer Tools

API-First Approach

Full REST API for managing affiliates, tracking conversions, and triggering payouts. Build custom integrations the way you want.

Embeddable Widget

A clean, minimal widget that embeds right in your dev tool dashboard. One script tag. Fully themeable. Dark mode by default.

Developer-Friendly Docs

Comprehensive API documentation, integration guides, and code examples. Your engineering team can integrate in minutes, not days.

MCP Server Support

Integrate with Model Context Protocol servers for AI-native developer tools. Track referrals across CLI tools, IDE extensions, and API products.

Webhook-Based Tracking

Server-side conversion tracking via Stripe, Paddle, and Polar webhooks. No client-side JavaScript dependency for attribution.

Zero Transaction Fees

Flat pricing from $29/mo. No percentage of your revenue. Ideal for dev tools with high-volume, low-price plans.

How it works

Go from zero to a fully functional referral program in minutes.

1

Connect your billing provider

Link Stripe, Paddle, or Polar in one click. Webhooks are auto-configured to track payments, subscriptions, and upgrades from your dev tool.

2

Embed or integrate via API

Add the widget with a single script tag, or use the REST API to build a fully custom affiliate experience inside your developer dashboard.

3

Invite developer advocates and launch

Set your commission structure, invite power users, content creators, and developer advocates to join your affiliate program.

Features Built for Dev Tool Companies

Trusted by 800+ SaaS companies worldwide.

REST API

Programmatic access to affiliates, conversions, and payouts via authenticated API.

Webhook Events

Server-side tracking via Stripe/Paddle webhooks for reliable conversion attribution.

Per-Product Rates

Set different commissions for CLI tools, API plans, and enterprise licenses.

Dark Mode Widget

A widget that looks native in developer dashboards with full dark mode support.

Automated Payouts

Automatic PayPal and Wise payouts when affiliate earnings reach your threshold.

Fraud Prevention

Built-in detection for self-referrals, duplicate accounts, and suspicious patterns.

Multi-Currency

Track commissions in any currency your dev tool accepts payments in.

Custom Branding

Match your product brand with customizable colors, text, and widget layout.

Trusted by 800+ SaaS companies

Zero transaction fees

Flat pricing, no revenue share

5-minute setup

One script tag, done

20+ languages

Global-ready widget

Multi-provider

Stripe, Paddle, Polar, and more

Ready to grow your developer tool with referrals?

Start your 14-day free trial. No credit card required. API docs included.

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