This article will cover the following:
Supported Payment Methods
| Method | Processing Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PayPal | 1–2 business days after processing | Affiliates who need fast payment and are comfortable with PayPal fees |
| Wire Transfer / ACH | 3–5 business days (domestic); 5–7 for international | Higher-volume affiliates who need reliable bank-to-bank transfers |
| Check | 7–10 business days for delivery | Affiliates who prefer a paper trail or don't have digital payment options |
| Payoneer / Other | Varies by provider | International affiliates in regions with limited banking infrastructure |
Not all payment methods are available on every network. The methods listed in your Account > Payment Settings page are the ones your network has enabled.
Setting Up Your Payment Method
Double-check all payment details before saving. Payments sent to incorrect bank account information can take weeks to recover, and some networks require a written request to reissue a payment.
Minimum Payment Thresholds Explained
A minimum payment threshold is the lowest balance you must accumulate before a payment is issued. If your earnings for a billing cycle fall below this amount, your balance carries forward to the next period and is added to future earnings.
Example: if your threshold is $100 and you earned $75 this month, no payment is sent. Your $75 carries forward. Next month, if you earn another $60, your total of $135 meets the threshold and a payment is issued.
| Payment Method | Typical Threshold Range |
|---|---|
| PayPal | $50 |
| Wire Transfer | $100–$500 (varies by network) |
| Check | $50–$100 |
If you consistently fall short of the minimum threshold, contact your affiliate manager. Some networks will lower the threshold for established partners with predictable, lower-volume traffic.
Billing Cycle Options
Your billing cycle determines how often CAKE generates an invoice covering your activity. Your network sets the available options; you select the one that fits your cash flow needs.
| Cycle | Invoice Generated | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | Every 7 days on a set day (e.g. every Friday) | The previous 7 days of activity |
| Bi-weekly | Every 2 weeks, on the 1st and 15th | The previous 14 days of activity |
| Monthly | Last day of the month or 1st of the following month | The entire previous calendar month |
| On demand | When you request it (subject to minimum threshold) | All activity since your last payment |
Common Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| My payment is late. What should I do? | First check that your invoice status is Approved in Billing > Invoices. If it is, and the payment hasn't arrived after the processing window, contact your affiliate manager with your invoice number and the expected payment method. |
| Can I have payments sent to two different accounts? | Most networks support only one active payment method at a time. Contact your affiliate manager for options if you need split payments. |
| My bank returned the payment. What happens now? | Contact your affiliate manager immediately. Update your payment details and request a reissue. Most networks will reprocess returned payments once correct details are confirmed. |
| Can I change my billing cycle? | Yes — contact your affiliate manager and request the change. Most networks will apply the new cycle starting from the next billing period. |
If you have any questions, please reach out to your dedicated CAKE Client Success Manager/Account Manager or contact the CAKE Support Team at support@getCAKE.com.