> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Refer Others and Earn Rewards
> Get your referral link and earn up to $20 in cash rewards each time someone you invite becomes a paid subscriber.
**Love Descript?** Now you can share it with others and get rewarded when they subscribe.
Paid Descript users can invite others to try Descript and earn up to \$20 cash per referral when their referral signs up and becomes a paying subscriber.
## How the referral program works
1. **Get your referral link:** Click **Earn up to \$20** in the top-right corner of your Drive view to get your unique referral link.
2. **Share your link:** Send your link to friends or colleagues who have never created a Descript account before.
3. **They sign up and subscribe:** Your referral must click the **Sign Up** button on your referral page to receive their discount and ensure you get credit for the renewal.
4. **You earn cash:** Once they become a paid subscriber, you'll earn up to **\$20 cash.**
## How you earn cash
You'll earn a cash reward as your referral makes payments on their subscription. When your referral subscribes to a paid plan, you’ll earn **30%** of their payments, up to **\$20 total per referral.**
**Reward details:**
* Rewards are available within **7 days** of your referral’s first successful payment.
* Payments are sent via **PayPal** or **Venmo** (US only).
* You can refer unlimited people — you’ll earn up to \$20 for each one who subscribes.
**Example payout schedule for a monthly Creator subscription**
* **Month 1:** Referral pays $17.50 → You earn $5.25
* **Month 2:** Referral pays $17.50 → You earn $5.25 (running total: \$10.50)
* **Month 3:** Referral pays $35 → You earn $9.50 (final total: \$20)
All payouts are handled securely by Cello, our referral partner. Choose between PayPal or Venmo (US only). Add your payment details by clicking **Earn \$20** in the top-right corner of your Drive view, then selecting the Rewards tab.
## FAQs
### Who can I refer?
You can refer brand-new users only — people who have never created a Descript account before. Referrals from existing or past users won’t qualify.
### Can I refer more than one person?
Absolutely! You can refer as many new users as you’d like. You’ll earn up to **\$20** for every friend who subscribes through your link.
### When will I receive my reward?
You’ll receive your reward within **7 days** of your referral’s first successful payment. You’ll get an email notification and an in-app message once your reward is ready.
### What if my referral already has a Descript account?
Even if someone has never subscribed to a paid plan, if they already have a free Descript account, they won’t count as a referral. The person must be completely new to Descript — no existing account of any kind.
### What if my referral subscribes to a different plan?
If your referral subscribes to a monthly Business plan, they’ll receive a $17.50/month discount for 2 months (the same dollar amount as 50% off Creator). You'll still earn 30% of what they pay, up to the $20 cap.
If they subscribe to an annual Creator or Business plan, they’ll get a one-time discount of $17.50. You’ll receive the full $20 reward in your first payment.
### What happens if my referral cancels their subscription?
You earn rewards as your referral makes payments. If they cancel, you stop earning additional rewards for future months.
### Can affiliates join too?
If you’re part of [Descript’s affiliate program](/connect-with-us/affiliates), you’ll need to choose either the referral program or the affiliate program for each link you share — rewards can’t be combined.
### How do I track my referrals?
Log into your Descript account and click **Earn \$20** in the top navigation bar. From there, you can see who you’ve referred and check the status of your rewards.
If you think you’re missing a reward, please wait **7 business days** after your referral becomes a paid subscriber. After that, contact support with your referral’s **name and email**.
### What countries are supported?
**PayPal** cash rewards are available to users in the following countries:
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States, and more.
**Venmo** payouts are available for users in the **United States**.
### Referral program guidelines
To keep the referral program fair for everyone, please follow these rules:
* **No fraud or spam.** Don’t use fake accounts, bots, or misleading tactics to generate referrals. Don’t post or send your referral link in unsolicited messages, comments, or mass emails.
* **No paid ads.** Don’t promote your referral link through paid advertising (like Google Ads, PPC, or social media ads) unless you’ve received written permission from Cello.
* **No brand bidding.** Don’t bid on Cello’s or Descript’s brand names, trademarks, or domain names in any advertising campaign.
* **Be honest.** Don’t make false claims, impersonate Cello or Descript, or pressure anyone to sign up.
* **No self-referrals.** Don’t use multiple accounts or refer yourself.
* **Be transparent.** Don’t claim an official partnership or endorsement with Cello or Descript unless one exists.
* **Don’t post on deal or coupon sites**. Referral links can’t be shared on public deal-sharing or coupon platforms where they may look like a general discount or promotion.
Violating these rules may result in losing eligibility for referral rewards. Read Cello’s [terms of service](https://cello.so/terms-of-service/).
### Need help?
If you have questions about your reward or referral status, [get in touch with our Support team](/connect-with-us/get-help).