When you refer qualified, consent-based leads through Baton, you earn referral credits.
For every valid referral billed to another company in the Baton network, you receive 50% of that company’s bid amount as referral credit.
Example: If the receiving company’s bid is $80, you earn $40 in referral credit.
The remaining 50% supports Baton’s operations and network quality.
Credits can be used to cover referrals you receive, rolled forward to future months, or taken as a payout if your balance is positive.
🗓️ When Payouts Are Issued
Baton processes payouts monthly, within the first 10 business days of each new month.
Example: For referrals submitted and credited in August, payouts are processed by mid-September.
You’ll receive an email notification once your payout is sent.
🧮 How Your Payout Is Calculated
Your payout is based on your net referral credit balance:
Referral Credits Earned – Referral Charges = Net Payout
If positive → you’ll be paid the difference.
If negative → no payout is issued, and you’ll need to add funds to continue receiving referrals.
Default setting: Credits roll forward automatically to cover future referral charges so you can continue receiving exclusive, qualified referrals without interruption.
Example:
$1,500 earned from referrals you submitted
– $1,000 spent on referrals you received
Net payout = $500
🔄 Credit Reversals
If you receive a credit back for a referral you were charged for, the associated referral credit to the original referrer is also reversed. This ensures payouts are only issued for valid, billable referrals.
💸 How Payouts Are Sent
Baton uses Melio to send payouts via:
ACH (Direct Deposit)
Check
When you qualify for a payout, you’ll receive an email from Melio to confirm your payment method and enter your details securely.
📄 Required Documents
Before receiving any payout, you must submit a W-9 form for tax purposes.
Baton issues a 1099-MISC at year-end if you receive payouts during the calendar year.
Corporations may be exempt, but most non-corporate entities must submit the form.
Send completed W-9 forms to billing@batonleads.com.
✅ Staying Eligible for Payouts
To remain eligible for referral earnings:
Submit only qualified referrals with proper consent.
Ensure service type and ZIP code details are accurate.
Respond promptly to disputes or clarification requests.
Avoid violations of the Pledge to Protect (if applicable).
Questions About Your Payout?
📧 billing@batonleads.com
📞 801-669-8059