## Become a Forwardly Certified Partner for cash rewards & exclusive referral benefits

Help your clients automate business payments, and get rewarded for it. Partner with Forwardly to help your clients streamline accounts payable and receivable, reduce manual work, gain real-time financial visibility, speed up payments, and deliver smarter cash flow management. Get Forwardly Certified to earn extra cash rewards.

[Get started](https://www.forwardly.com/partners#join-as-Forwardly-partner)

### Earn rewards by referring businesses to Forwardly

| Features | Forwardly<br> Partner | Certified Partner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Maximum reward per referred business | $100 | $115 |
| Public product certification |  |  |
| Unique referral link |  |  |
| Specialized training |  |  |
| Marketing materials for promotion |  |  |
| Expanded co-marketing opportunities |  |  |
| Dedicated account support | Basic | Comprehensive |
| Public-facing partner badges |  |  |

[Start now](https://www.forwardly.com/partners#join-as-Forwardly-partner)

### Why refer Forwardly

#### Help clients get paid faster and pay smarter

Faster payments and automated AR mean less chasing invoices. AI-powered AP keeps bills moving with clean AI bill data extraction, smart approvals, and fewer late payments, without adding complexity.

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#### Reduce friction across every client relationship

Join the Forwardly Business Network to connect with verified businesses, simplifying invoicing and bill creation through a unique 4-way sync that securely connects with your client and vendors’ accounting systems for accurate transactional data and less manual entry

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#### Built-in trust and security for every transaction

Forwardly is built with bank-grade encryption, advanced fraud prevention, and full compliance with industry standards, so you can send and receive payments with total confidence.

## How Forwardly certification works

Step 1

Sign up as a Forwardly Partner.

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Step 2

Take the Forwardly certification exam or attend a Forwardly certification training session.

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Step 3

Pass the exam (multiple choice) to become a Forwardly Certified Partner.

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Step 4

Get a public badge and a credential link you can add to your LinkedIn profile, website, or email signature.

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Step 5

Earn an enhanced referral reward for each verified business referral.

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[Start now](https://www.forwardly.com/partners#join-as-Forwardly-partner)

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## Frequently asked questions

What is the Forwardly Partner Program and how does it work?

The Forwardly Partner Program rewards accountants, bookkeepers, financial advisors, and industry professionals who refer businesses to Forwardly. Partners earn cash rewards for each referred business that becomes active on the Forwardly platform and meets the required activity criteria. The program is free to join and is built to make it simple to recommend Forwardly to clients while earning rewards for successful referrals.

For more details, ⁠see our [support article.](https://support.forwardly.com/hc/en-us/articles/45511885061019)

How do I become a Forwardly Certified Partner?

Forwardly Partner Certification is a free credential that demonstrates your understanding of the Forwardly platform, ideal client profiles, and referral best practices. You can become certified by passing a 40-question multiple-choice certification exam or by attending a live certification webinar and completing the knowledge check questions during the session.

Learn more about the process in ⁠our [support article.](https://support.forwardly.com/hc/en-us/articles/45512006059547)

What additional rewards do Forwardly Certified Partners receive?

Forwardly Certified Partners unlock enhanced referral rewards in addition to receiving a Forwardly Certified Partner badge and a public credential link. Certification is not required to participate in the Partner Program, but it provides added recognition, credibility, and access to increased rewards for referred businesses.

How can I use my Forwardly Certification badge?

Once certified, you receive a badge image and a public credential link that can be shared on your website, email signature, marketing materials, and social profiles. You can also add the certification to your LinkedIn profile under Licenses & Certifications, allowing clients and prospects to easily verify your credential and see your expertise with Forwardly.

What's the difference between being a partner and an affiliate?

Both partners and affiliates earn through referrals, but how you refer is different. Partners earn by introducing Forwardly to their own US-based clients as part of ongoing advisory or accounting work. Affiliates earn by promoting Forwardly to a wider audience through content, communities, or online channels, with approval through our affiliate program.

Apply to the [Affiliate Program.](https://app.impact.com/campaign-promo-signup/Forwardly.brand)

Can I participate in both programs?

Yes. Many partners do. You can refer your clients through the Partner Program and apply to the Affiliate Program if you promote Forwardly to a broader audience.

## Join the Forwardly Partner Program and start earning today.

[Start now](https://www.forwardly.com/partners#join-as-Forwardly-partner)