how to create an account on clickbank
To create a ClickBank account (free for affiliates; sellers pay a one-time activation fee after product approval), follow these step-by-step instructions based on the official process as of late 2025:
- Prepare your browser: Use an up-to-date browser (like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge) with cookies and JavaScript enabled.
- Start the signup:
- Go to the official ClickBank signup page: https://accounts.clickbank.com/signup/ (or visit https://www.clickbank.com/ and click the “Sign Up” or “Create Account” link).
- Alternatively, start from the login page at https://accounts.clickbank.com/login.htm and click the option to create a new account.
- Enter basic information:
- Provide your country, first name, last name, phone number, email address, and create a strong password (must include at least two lowercase letters, two uppercase letters, two numbers, and two special characters; no spaces; max 32 characters).
- Click “Continue” or “Join ClickBank!” after agreeing to the terms and conditions (review the Client Contract).
- Complete your client profile:
- Fill in required details, including your full address (use an accurate street address matching your payee information), payee name (person or business receiving payments), and tax ID (SSN for individuals in the US or EIN for businesses; required for tax reporting like 1099 forms if earnings exceed $600 USD).
- Save the information. Accuracy here is critical to avoid delays.
- Accept terms and create an account nickname:
- Read and accept the suppression list and additional terms.
- Create an “account nickname” (this is your unique identifier, visible to others; choose carefully as it can’t be changed easily).
- Select your account type/role: Affiliate (to promote products), Vendor/Seller (to sell products), Combination (both), or other options like Custom/Test.
- Click “Sign Up” or “Create Account.”
- Note: If you’re a seller, there’s a one-time activation charge ($49.95 for the first account, $29.95 for additional) once your product is approved.
- Set up payment information:
- Log in to your new primary account.
- Go to the Accounts tab, select your nickname, then Account Settings.
- Add and verify your payment details (e.g., bank info for direct deposit, Payoneer, etc.), set payment threshold and frequency.
- Confirm your email address via the verification link sent to your inbox (open it in the same browser).
Once complete, you can access the ClickBank Marketplace to browse/promote products (as an affiliate) or submit products (as a seller). The process is the same starting point whether you’re signing up as an affiliate or vendor.
For the most accurate and up-to-date details, refer directly to ClickBank’s support article: https://support.clickbank.com/hc/en-us/articles/10535078-how-do-i-sign-up-for-a-clickbank-account. If you encounter issues, contact their support.