> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://telr-docs.cashfree.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Get Started as Affiliate Partner Visit the [Cashfree Payments website](https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/) and signup for our affiliate program. After you complete the signup process, you will get access to the Affiliate Partner Dashboard. You can add merchants, keep a check on your commissions, get a snapshot of your business with Cashfree, and more within the Affiliate Partner Dashboard. ## Signup for the affiliate program To become an Affiliate Partner, you must first create an Affiliate Partner account with Telr. 1. Go to the [Cashfree Affiliate Partner website](https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/) and click **Become A Partner**. 2. In the **Become a Partner** window, enter your business email and create a password for your account or signup using your Gmail account. 3. In the **Create Partner Account** window, enter your brand name and valid mobile number. Telr will verify the mobile number by sending an OTP. 4. [Login](https://www.cashfree.com/affiliate-program/) to the Affiliate Partner Dashboard using the same credentials. ## Activate affiliate account After signing up, you must complete the KYC process to activate your affiliate account. We’ll verify your submitted details and enable your account for commission payouts. **Note:** Commission earnings are activated only after KYC verification. Complete the KYC process at the earliest. ### To activate your account: 1. Login to the [Affiliate Partner](https://partner.cashfree.com/auth/login) dashboard using your credentials. 2. On the **Summary** page, go to the **Complete your KYC** banner and select **Complete Now**. 3. In the KYC form: * Fill in your business details. * Fill in your business verification details. * Fill in your bank account details. 4. Select **Submit**. Telr will review your submission. While your KYC is under review, you can begin referring merchants. The review process typically takes fewer than **3 business days**. * You will be notified via **email** and **WhatsApp** once the review is complete. You can also track the status on your **Partner Dashboard**. * If any discrepancies are found, they will be displayed on your dashboard. Please correct and resubmit the details. * Once your KYC is approved, you will be eligible to withdraw any earned commissions. **Note**: Offer Telr product suite to your clients. You can refer merchants using your Dashboard. Once referred, you can assist them with their KYC and Payment Integration. Learn how to [refer new merchants](/partners/affiliates/refer-merchants) using your Affiliate Partner Dashboard. ## Partner activation checklist The following documents are required for KYC verification, based on your business type: | **Business Type** | **Requirement** | **Details / Accepted Documents** | | -------------------------------- | ----------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Individual (unregistered)** | Business identity proof | Personal PAN | | | Business owner identity proof | Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Owner’s bank account | | **Sole proprietorship** | Business identity proof | Personal PAN | | | Business registration proof | GSTIN or one of:
• Municipal certificate
• Shop establishment certificate
• Udyog Aadhaar | | | Business owner identity proof | Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Business bank account | | **Private or public limited** | Business identity proof | Company PAN | | | Business registration proof | CIN or GSTIN | | | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Business bank account | | **Partnership** | Business identity proof | Company PAN | | | Business registration proof | Registered partnership deed | | | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Business bank account | | **LLP** | Business identity proof | Company PAN | | | Business registration proof | LLPIN or GSTIN | | | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Business bank account | | **Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)** | Business identity proof | Company PAN | | | Business registration proof | Registered HUF deed | | | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Business bank account | | **Others** | Business identity proof | Company PAN | | | Business registration proof | Registered business proof or GSTIN | | | Business owner identity proof | PAN and Aadhaar (of owner) | | | Business bank account proof | Business bank account |