Referrals
Registered Exchange members who onboard KYC'd users with their Referral Code will earn 10% of the trading fees generated by that new user.
How do I refer someone to Backpack Exchange?
To invite a new user:
1. Locate Your Referral Code
On the web: Go to backpack.exchange/referrals.
On the mobile app: Navigate to your Exchange Account → Points Screen → Referrals tab.
Customization Tip: You must have $1,000,000 in lifetime trading volume to customize your code. Otherwise, a default code is assigned.
2. Share Your Code
share the code directly with a friend or community member.
3. Track Referral Activity
Once they sign up using your code and complete KYC, you’ll start earning referral rebates based on their trading fees.
How do I use a referral code?
1. Create a New Account
On desktop: Visit backpack.exchange/signup.
On mobile: Download the Backpack app, open it, and follow the prompts to create an account.
2. Enter the Referral Code
During signup, look for the “Add referral” field.
Input the code you received from your referrer.
3. Complete KYC
After verifying your identity, you’re all set. Your referrer will begin receiving rebates, and you’ll gain access to all of Backpack Exchange’s features.
Important Notes
Referral Rebate Claims: Available for up to 24 months after they become eligible.
Processing Time: If your rebate claim hasn’t processed within one day of claiming, reach out to [email protected]
VIP4/5 Fee Tier Exception: Referrals at the VIP4/5 tier do not pay rebates.
Weekly Updates: Referral rebates are populated weekly, and trading volume from referrals is not instantly claimable.
No Retroactive Adds: We cannot add referrals for users who have already completed KYC without using your code.
Important Update (Effective March 28, 2025)
Beginning on March 28, 2025, the default referral rate will adjust from 30% to 10%. If you have any questions regarding this update, please reach out to [email protected]
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