# Payout Account

## How to Set Up Payouts (Affiliate Account)

### Step 1: Register for a PayNow Account

1. Go to [PayNow Registration](https://dashboard.paynow.gg/auth/register).
2. Click **Register Now** to create your account.
3. When asked **"What do you plan to sell?"**, select the type of items you sell.
4. Click **Continue** and complete the sign-up process.

### Step 2: First-Time Login Setup

1. After your first login, you will be prompted to **choose how to proceed**.
2. Select **Setup Payouts** (instead of "Create a Store" or "Join a Store").
3. Click **Continue** to confirm your selection.

### Step 3: Setup Payouts (Tipalti Onboarding)

Before you can receive payouts, you must complete the **payout setup process**.

1. Navigate to **Payouts** in the sidebar.
2. Click **Setup Payouts** in the top-right corner.
3. You will be redirected to a **Tipalti form** where you need to:
   * Enter your **personal or business details** (name, address, contact info).
   * Select a **payout method** (Local Bank Transfer, Wires, PayPal, etc.).
   * Provide any required **tax information**.
4. Click **Next** after filling out each section.
5. Once all steps are completed, your payout method will be reviewed.
6. After approval, you will be eligible to **withdraw funds**.

💡 **Note:** If you see a warning stating, "You are not eligible to receive payouts," check your **payout onboarding status** in the Payouts section.

### Step 4: Accessing Your Payout Balance

1. Once your account setup is complete, go to the **Payouts** section in your dashboard.
2. Since this is a Payouts-only setup:
   * You **do not** need to create or join a store.
   * You can receive settlements from affiliate links and platforms.

### Step 5: Managing Your Payouts

1. In your dashboard, navigate to the **Payouts** section.
2. Here, you can:
   * View incoming payments.
   * Withdraw funds to your preferred payment method.

### Step 6: Receiving Payments

1. Share your **PayNow Payout ID** with platforms that support PayNow payouts.
2. Ensure that your payout settings are correctly configured on the affiliate platform.
3. Once payments are sent, they will appear in your Payout balance.

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**Payout Fees:**\
The screenshot below shows Tipalti’s payout fees at the time this article was written. Keep in mind that fees may vary by country, so it’s best to review them when setting up your payout method. We do not earn anything from these payout fees. We also don’t recommend using payouts for foreign exchange, as Tipalti’s FX rates are relatively unfavorable, as illustrated below.\
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![](/files/cVp5lVgzWaMMGa8hxBaH)

### FAQs

#### Do I need a store for an Affiliate Payouts?

No, selecting **"Set up PayNow Payouts"** allows you to receive settlements without creating a store.

#### What platforms support PayNow payouts?

This depends on the affiliate network or service you're using. Check with them if PayNow is a supported payout method.

#### Can I switch to a Store account later?

Yes, you can upgrade your account to a store anytime from the dashboard.

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