IG vs Octa Broker: Which Partnership Program is Better?

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Partnership analysis
Key Advantages	High CPA PayoutsPartners can earn up to $2,045 CPA for each qualified client referred to the platform. Extensive Market AccessIG provides access to over 17,000 tradable markets, offering significant diversity for client portfolios. Strong Regulatory FrameworkThe broker holds licenses from numerous top-tier regulators worldwide, including the FCA, ASIC, BaFin, and CFTC.	High CPA PotentialPartners can earn up to $2,000 per new active client under the CPA model. Extensive Platform OptionsSupports MT4, MT5, cTrader, and a proprietary OctaTrader platform, catering to diverse trader preferences. Crypto-Friendly InfrastructureOffers cryptocurrency deposits and withdrawals, alongside 30 digital currency pairs for weekend trading.
Considerations	Geographical RestrictionsIG does not accept clients from certain jurisdictions, including the United States and Belgium, for its CFD products. Strict Compliance RequirementsAffiliates must adhere to rigorous content monitoring and regulatory guidelines to maintain their partnership. No Deep LinkingThe affiliate program does not support deep linking, which may limit specific promotional strategies.	Geographical RestrictionsExplicitly does not accept clients from the United States and the Philippines. Offshore OnboardingGlobal clients are onboarded through the St. Lucia entity, which may not suit partners requiring strict tier-1 regulatory environments for all referrals. High Leverage RisksOffers leverage up to 1:1000, which requires careful risk management for referred clients.
Entity & registration
Registered entity	United Kingdom	Cyprus
Headquarters	United Kingdom	Cyprus
Offshore entity	Bermuda	St. Lucia
Regulatory licences
Regulatory Status	Highly Regulated	Standard Regulated
Regulatory licences	FCABAFINASICFINMAMASFMA NZJFSACFTC NFAFSCADFSABMA	CYSEC
Key affiliate snapshot
Payout Frequency	Not Disclosed	Monthly
Tracking Method	Cookie	Not Disclosed
Withdrawal Methods	Wire transferPayPalFPSOther	VisaSkrillNetellerFasaPay Crypto
Sub-IB Tiers	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Last verified	Aug 2, 2026	Aug 2, 2026
Commission Structure
RevShare (% of spread/commission)	Up to 30%	Not Disclosed
CPA Model	Up to $2045	Up to $2000
Hybrid Model	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Tracking & Integrations
Attribution model	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Cross-device tracking	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Affiliate cookie duration	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Tech Stack Readiness	Impact	Not Disclosed
Marketing & Creatives
Landing pages	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Banners	Available	Not Disclosed
Educational materials	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Promo codes	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Widgets	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
IB Support
Dedicated account manager	Available	Available
Sub-IB tracking tools	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Custom partner conditions	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Client Trading Conditions
Trading Platforms	MT4MT5WebTraderTradingView	MT4MT5cTrader
Tradable markets & scope	BondsCommoditiesCrypto CfdsEtfForexIndicesStocks≈ 17000 instruments	CommoditiesCrypto CfdsForexIndicesStocks
Min Deposit (FTD)	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Max Leverage	Not Disclosed	1:1000
Execution model	Not Disclosed	HYBRID
Avg EURUSD Spread	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Spread type	Not Disclosed	Variable
ECN commission (per lot)	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Bonus campaigns	Available	Available
Swap-Free / Islamic Accounts	Not Disclosed	Available
Crypto deposits (traders)	Not Disclosed	Available
Reduced-KYC onboarding	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Investment Programs
PAMM / MAM System	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed
Compliance & Geo
Restricted Countries	United StatesBelgium	United StatesPhilippines
US Clients Acceptance	Not Disclosed	Not accepted

IG vs Octa Broker: Which Forex Affiliate & IB Program is Better?