Affiliate Disclosure (Money)
Detailed affiliate disclosure for the money pages section. How referral codes and sign-up links are labelled and tracked.
Affiliate Disclosure
Where IPL Fantasy Pro links to a fantasy app or payment provider, the link may be an affiliate link. If you sign up or transact, we may receive a commission. Commission never influences editorial picks, reviews or rankings — all of which are produced independently by our editorial team.
- Affiliate links are marked rel="sponsored" where the platform supports it.
- Editorial scoring models are not shared with affiliate partners.
- Sponsored placements, if any, are flagged at the top of the article.
- Full disclosure available on our site-wide Affiliate Disclosure page.
How affiliate commissions are calculated — a worked example
To make our commission structure transparent, here is a worked example using a hypothetical operator.
Imagine IPL Fantasy Pro refers 1,000 sign-ups in a month. Of those, 300 complete first deposit (30% conversion rate — typical for the industry). The operator pays ₹200 per first-time depositor. Total commission: 300 × ₹200 = ₹60,000.
From that ₹60,000, we pay hosting (₹5,000), CDN (₹2,000), the editorial team salary pool (₹40,000), and incidentals (₹3,000). Surplus: ₹10,000 — reinvested into expanded coverage.
If the operator's product quality declines and conversion drops to 20% (200 depositors), our commission drops to ₹40,000. We continue covering the operator but flag the quality concern in our review.
This example is illustrative. Actual commission rates and conversions vary by operator and by season. We publish annual aggregate data in our transparency report (available on request).
How affiliate links work on IPL Fantasy Pro
When you click a 'Download App' or 'Sign Up' button on IPL Fantasy Pro, our system routes the click through a tracking URL. If you complete sign-up and deposit within the attribution window (typically 30 days), the operator credits us a commission.
The commission is paid by the operator — not by you. You pay the same entry fees whether you sign up through us or directly. Our editorial coverage is independent of commission rates; we cover apps that pay lower commissions equally when they deliver value to readers.
Attribution windows vary by operator (typically 30 days). If you click our link and sign up within 30 days, we receive credit for the sign-up. After 30 days, the operator may attribute the sign-up to a different source. Some operators also use 'last-click attribution' — meaning if you click our link first and then a competitor's link before signing up, the competitor gets the credit. Always be deliberate about which affiliate link you use to sign up.
How we label affiliate content
Every button on IPL Fantasy Pro that routes to an operator is labelled in one of three ways:
- 'Get Bonus' or 'Sign Up' — these are tracked affiliate links that earn us a commission.
- 'Read Guide' — these are internal links to our editorial content (no commission).
- 'Visit Operator' — these are direct outbound links to the operator's homepage (no commission).
We do not hide affiliate relationships. Every outbound link to an operator from our money pages is a tracked affiliate link. We also publish this disclosure page so readers can verify our practices at any time. Buttons on editorial pages (guides, news, blog posts) that lead to operators are always affiliate links. We mark them visually distinct from internal links so you can identify them at a glance.
Commission rates by operator
Commission rates vary by operator and by the volume of sign-ups we drive. We do not publish exact rates because they are commercially confidential, but the typical range is ₹100–₹500 per first-time depositor for the major Indian operators.
We do not receive any commission on user losses, withdrawal activity, or ongoing contest play. Our commission is paid once, on first deposit.
Some operators also offer performance bonuses for high-volume affiliates. These are paid by the operator and do not affect the user experience or our editorial coverage. Tiered commission structures (where higher sign-up volumes unlock higher per-sign-up rates) are common. We do not alter our editorial coverage to chase higher tiers — the editorial team is operationally separate from the affiliate team.
Typical commission range by operator
| Operator | Indicative commission | Attribution window |
|---|---|---|
| Dream11 | ₹200–₹500 | 30 days |
| MPL | ₹150–₹400 | 30 days |
| My11Circle | ₹100–₹300 | 45 days |
| PlayerzPot | ₹100–₹250 | 30 days |
Editorial independence — what it means for our coverage
Our editorial team writes reviews, rankings, and recommendations based on data and reader value — not commission rates. We have rejected operators who pay high commissions but deliver poor user experience.
If an operator's product quality declines (e.g., withdrawal delays, app crashes, customer-service issues), we update our reviews accordingly. Operators cannot pay to be ranked higher or to remove negative reviews.
Our editorial team and affiliate team are operationally separate. Editors do not know which operators pay the highest commissions, and affiliate managers do not influence editorial rankings. We also publish a quarterly 'editorial integrity' report summarising any conflicts of interest, removed reviews, or editorial disagreements that occurred during the quarter. The report is available on request.
Conflicts of interest — none disclosed
No member of the IPL Fantasy Pro editorial team holds a financial interest in any fantasy cricket operator. No team member is a paid consultant or brand ambassador for any operator we cover.
If this ever changes, we will publish the disclosure on the relevant page within 30 days. We also do not accept gifts, hospitality, or paid travel from operators. Our correspondents travel to IPL venues on their own expense or on editorial budgets.
Family members of editorial staff are not permitted to hold paid positions with any fantasy cricket operator. This includes advisory, consulting, brand ambassador, or equity-holder roles.
How we use the revenue
Affiliate revenue funds our editorial team — writers, researchers, fact-checkers, and developers. It pays for hosting, CDN, app-store fees, and the live-score infrastructure.
Any surplus at the end of the fiscal year is reinvested into expanded coverage (more match predictions, more verified data) or held as a buffer for the following year. We do not pay dividends or distribute surplus to third parties.
We publish an annual transparency report summarising our revenue sources, expenses, and reinvestments. The report is available on request to [email protected]. Surplus handling also includes a reserve fund for legal defence in case of regulatory changes. Fantasy cricket regulation in India is evolving, and we maintain a buffer to cover potential legal review.
How affiliate commissions are calculated — a worked example
To make our commission structure transparent, here is a worked example using a hypothetical operator.
Imagine IPL Fantasy Pro refers 1,000 sign-ups in a month. Of those, 300 complete first deposit (30% conversion rate — typical for the industry). The operator pays ₹200 per first-time depositor. Total commission: 300 × ₹200 = ₹60,000.
From that ₹60,000, we pay hosting (₹5,000), CDN (₹2,000), the editorial team salary pool (₹40,000), and incidentals (₹3,000). Surplus: ₹10,000 — reinvested into expanded coverage.
If the operator's product quality declines and conversion drops to 20% (200 depositors), our commission drops to ₹40,000. We continue covering the operator but flag the quality concern in our review. This example is illustrative. Actual commission rates and conversions vary by operator and by season.
State-specific disclosures
Fantasy cricket contests for cash are restricted in certain Indian states. If you are a resident of an excluded state, our affiliate links will still route you to the operator — but the operator itself will block paid contest entry. We do not earn commission on accounts that never deposit.
Our responsible play guide publishes the current state eligibility list. We do not target advertising or affiliate links to users in excluded states. Our geo-targeting excludes those states from paid promotions, though organic editorial content remains available.
If you are a resident of an excluded state and you sign up via our link, the operator will block your account at the deposit step. We will not earn commission, and your account may be closed by the operator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you earn commission from fantasy apps?
Yes, when users sign up through our tracked links and complete a first deposit. The commission is paid by the operator, not by you.
Does your commission affect your editorial coverage?
No. Our rankings and reviews are based on data and reader value, not commission rates.
Are you affiliated with any operator?
No member of our editorial team holds a financial interest in any operator we cover.
What happens to the revenue?
It funds our editorial team, hosting, infrastructure, and live-score data. Surplus is reinvested.
How do I know which links are affiliate links?
All buttons labelled 'Get Bonus', 'Sign Up', or 'Download' on our money pages are tracked affiliate links.
Do you publish an annual transparency report?
Yes. Email [email protected] to request the latest copy.
Can I opt out of affiliate tracking?
Yes. Use a private browser window or click the operator's homepage directly to bypass our tracking URL.
Editorial and affiliate — how we keep them separate
Our editorial and affiliate teams are operationally separate. The editorial team is led by the editor-in-chief; the affiliate team is led by the head of partnerships. Neither team has authority over the other's decisions.
Editors do not know which operators pay the highest commissions. The affiliate team does not influence editorial rankings. We do not have any cross-functional meetings that discuss both editorial and affiliate matters in the same room.
We also publish a quarterly 'editorial integrity' report that summarises any conflicts of interest, removed reviews, or editorial disagreements. The report is available on request to [email protected].
If you ever see evidence that our editorial coverage is influenced by affiliate commissions, please report it. We take such reports seriously and investigate every claim within 48 hours.
Quarterly affiliate disclosure — sample format
Below is a sample of how we publish our quarterly affiliate disclosure. The actual data is updated quarterly and is available on request to [email protected].
| Operator | Sign-ups driven | Deposits | Commission earned | Editorial mentions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dream11 | 2,400 | 720 | ₹1,80,000 | 18 articles |
| MPL | 1,800 | 540 | ₹1,35,000 | 14 articles |
| My11Circle | 900 | 270 | ₹54,000 | 9 articles |
| PlayerzPot | 600 | 180 | ₹36,000 | 6 articles |
Editorial mentions are independent of commission earned. We cover operators that pay low commissions equally to operators that pay high commissions, as long as the user value is high.
We also publish a list of operators we have stopped covering and why. Operators are removed from coverage if their product quality declines materially or if they fail to meet our editorial standards.
How to verify our disclosure
We invite readers to verify our disclosure. If you ever see content on our site that appears to be influenced by affiliate commissions in a way that contradicts this disclosure, please report it.
Report methods: email [email protected] with the article URL and your concern. We respond to every report within 5 business days.
We also accept anonymous tips via a dedicated mailbox. The address is published in our annual transparency report (available on request).
If we confirm a violation of this disclosure, we publish a correction note at the top of the affected article within 24 hours and update the editorial integrity report.
Our commitment is to editorial independence. The disclosure is not just a regulatory requirement — it is the foundation of reader trust.
Affiliate disclosure — FAQ for operators
If you are an operator interested in our affiliate program, we have a separate FAQ document. Email [email protected] to request the operator FAQ.
Common operator questions include: commission structure, payment terms, attribution windows, and editorial coverage boundaries.
We are selective about the operators we partner with. Operators must hold a valid Indian fantasy-sports licence, demonstrate consistent product quality, and agree to our editorial-independence terms.
If your operator meets these criteria and you are interested in partnership, contact us. We respond to partnership enquiries within 5 business days.
Additional disclosures applicable to all IPL Fantasy Pro readers
IPL Fantasy Pro maintains commercial relationships with a small number of fantasy sports operators. As of the publication date of this disclosure, we have affiliate agreements with 6 Indian operators. The full list of partners is maintained in our partner directory and is updated within 48 hours of any change.
Editorial coverage of any partner is subject to the same standards as coverage of non-partners. The Compliance Officer maintains a wall between the commercial team (which negotiates affiliate terms) and the editorial desk (which decides what to cover and how). No editorial staff member is informed of which operators are commercial partners, and no commercial team member is informed of upcoming editorial coverage.
When IPL Fantasy Pro publishes a review or comparison that includes a partner, we add a "Partner" tag to the relevant card or section. Partner tags are not endorsements; they are simply a transparency marker so readers know the commercial relationship exists. Our ranking methodology is published in full and is the same for partners and non-partners alike. Where a partner has paid for premium placement (sponsored cards, dedicated comparison slots), we mark the placement with "Sponsored" in addition to the partner tag.
Reader trust is our most valuable asset. The single most important thing this publication does is publish honest, useful content. If you ever see content that feels commercially compromised, please write to the Editor-in-Chief at [email protected]. Reader complaints are reviewed weekly and are taken seriously regardless of the source of revenue involved.
Frequently asked questions (extended)
Q: How does IPL Fantasy Pro verify the information in this page? A: Every claim is verified against at least 2 independent sources. We document the verification date in the page metadata; pages are re-verified at least every 90 days. Reader corrections are welcomed at [email protected] and are published within 24 hours.
Q: How do I report an error or suggest a correction? A: Email [email protected] with the page URL and the specific claim you believe is incorrect. Include any source material that supports your correction. We respond within 24 hours on weekdays and publish verified corrections immediately.
Q: Is this page free to access? A: Yes, this page and all 200+ pages on IPL Fantasy Pro are free to access. We do not have a paywall. Our revenue model is affiliate commissions and display advertising, both of which are clearly disclosed.
Q: Can I republish this content? A: Yes, with attribution to IPL Fantasy Pro and a link back to the original page. For bulk republishing (e.g., in a book or course), please contact us at [email protected] for licensing terms.
Q: How is this content different from operator marketing? A: Operator marketing is designed to drive signups and deposits. Our content is designed to help readers make informed decisions. We do not promote operators we do not believe in, and we publish negative reviews when warranted. Our rankings are based on data, not affiliate rates.
Q: Can I trust the player projections in this article? A: Our projections include explicit confidence intervals (typically 90%). The projections are not guarantees; they are statistical estimates based on historical data. A player projected at 35 points (90% CI: 22-48) is expected to score 35 points on average, with 90% of outcomes falling between 22 and 48 points.
Q: How often is this page updated? A: Major content is re-verified every 90 days. Breaking news (injuries, rule changes, new operator launches) triggers immediate updates. The most recent update date is in the page footer and metadata.
Q: What if I disagree with a recommendation in this page? A: Healthy disagreement is part of fantasy cricket. Email us at [email protected] with your reasoning. We may publish your counter-argument as a "reader perspective" if it adds value to the discussion.
Q: Does IPL Fantasy Pro have a mobile app? A: No - we are a web-only publication. The site is mobile-optimized and works on all modern devices. We do not plan to release a native mobile app.
Q: How do I contact the editorial team? A: For editorial questions: [email protected]. For corrections: [email protected]. For privacy/data: [email protected]. For advertising/partnership: [email protected]. Response time is 24 hours on weekdays.