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Do your friends or clients ever ask you, “How do I get my business online?” It feels great to help, but what if you could turn that advice into a legitimate source of income?<\/span><\/p>\n At 1-grid, we offer two distinct paths to help you\u00a0<\/span>monetise your digital expertise.<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Whether\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0looking for a simple side\u00a0hustle<\/span>\u00a0or you want to build a full-scale web hosting brand, there is a way for you to earn while helping others\u00a0establish\u00a0their digital presence.<\/span><\/p>\n This guide breaks down exactly how each\u00a0programme\u00a0works, helps you decide which path fits your goals, and provides a clear plan to start earning.<\/span><\/p>\n The\u00a0<\/span>1-grid Affiliate\u00a0Programme<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is designed for simplicity. Think of it as a “thank-you” fee: when you refer someone to us,\u00a0and they make a purchase, we pay you a commission.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0an ideal way to generate passive income by sharing products you already use and trust.<\/span><\/p>\n Our system uses a unique\u00a0affiliate link\u00a0to track your referrals. Once you sign up,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0receive a dedicated web address that belongs only to you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When a user clicks that link and\u00a0purchases\u00a0a hosting plan, our system automatically attributes the sale to your account. This ensures you get credit for every referral without any manual effort or follow-up\u00a0required\u00a0on your part.<\/span><\/p>\n Imagine a lifestyle blogger\u00a0writing\u00a0an article on starting a side hustle. When they explain the need for a website, they include their personal 1-grid affiliate link. If a reader clicks and signs up, the blogger earns a commission.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0a natural way to add value to your content while creating a consistent income stream.<\/span><\/p>\n The most successful affiliates\u00a0don’t\u00a0just post links randomly; they share them where they provide genuine value. People appreciate authentic recommendations that solve a specific problem.<\/span><\/p>\n For those who want to move beyond recommendations and build their own brand, the\u00a0<\/span>Reseller\u00a0Programme<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is the perfect fit. With reseller hosting, you buy a large amount of hosting resources from us at wholesale prices, then create and sell smaller, individual packages to your own customers.<\/span><\/p>\n Essentially, we provide the “building,” and you “rent out the apartments” under your own terms.<\/span><\/p>\n The real power behind this model is\u00a0<\/span>white-labelling<\/span><\/a>. This means you can sell our reliable hosting services entirely under your own company name. To your clients,\u00a0you\u00a0are the hosting provider. You set your own branding, your own pricing, and your own service levels.<\/span><\/p>\n This approach is perfect for freelance web designers or digital agencies. Instead of finishing a client\u2019s website and sending them elsewhere for hosting, you can offer it as part of your complete service package.\u00a0This not only makes your business look more professional but also creates recurring revenue and predictable income you earn every month as long as your clients stay online.<\/span><\/p>\n As a reseller, you act as the first point of contact for your clients. While you handle basic\u00a0support,\u00a0like password resets or cPanel guidance,\u00a01-grid manages all the complicated server maintenance and technical heavy lifting in the background.<\/span><\/p>\n Imagine your reseller package from 1-grid costs you\u00a0R300 per month\u00a0and allows you to host 10 accounts. If you sell each of those accounts to your clients for\u00a0R80 per month, your total revenue is\u00a0R800. After subtracting your R300 cost,\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0left with\u00a0R500 in profit\u00a0every single month. As you scale and add more clients, that profit grows exponentially.<\/span><\/p>\n Deciding between these two paths comes down to one question: Do you want to recommend a service or build a business?<\/span><\/p>\n Choose the Affiliate\u00a0Programme\u00a0if:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0You want a hands-off side income, you prefer to avoid customer support, or you are a content creator\/influencer looking for passive revenue.<\/span><\/p>\n Choose the Reseller\u00a0Programme\u00a0if:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0You want to build your own brand, you want to set your own profit margins, or you are a web developer\/agency looking to offer a\u00a0<\/span>one-stop-shop<\/span>\u00a0for your clients.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Whether you choose the simplicity of the affiliate route or the scalability of the reseller model, 1-grid provides the tools you need to succeed.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To start earning from referrals: Visit the\u00a0<\/span>1-grid Affiliate Page<\/span><\/a>, sign up for free, and grab your link.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe Affiliate\u00a0Programme: Earn by Recommending 1-grid<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How It Works: The Power of the Link<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
Example in Action:<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n
Where to Share Your Link Effectively<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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The Reseller\u00a0Programme: Start Your Own Web Hosting Business<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
The Advantage of White-Labelling<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
Is Reseller Hosting Profitable?<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
The Earning Potential:<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n
Affiliate vs. Reseller: Which Path is Right for You?<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n
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\n Feature<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Affiliate\u00a0Programme<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Reseller\u00a0Programme<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Effort Level<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Low (Set and forget)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Moderate (Business management)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Income Type<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Ongoing\u00a0commission<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Recurring monthly profit<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Branding<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Promoting 1-grid<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Promoting Your Own Brand<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Best For<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Bloggers, Influencers, Referrers<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n Designers, Developers, Agencies<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Your Next Step: Start Earning Today<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n