Referral System
Learn how to use the referral system to earn credits and grow your network
Overview
The LikeDo referral system allows you to earn credits by inviting friends and colleagues to use the platform. Both you and your referred friends receive rewards when they sign up and verify their email.
How It Works
Referral Rewards
When you invite someone:
- You receive 50 credits when they sign up and verify their email
- Your friend receives 25 credits as a welcome bonus
- Credits are valid for 365 days
- No limit on total referrals (max 20 invitations per day)
Credit System
Credits can be used for:
- Creating short links
- Generating QR codes
- Using temporary email services
- Uploading files
- Accessing premium features
Getting Your Referral Link
Step 1: Access the Referral Dashboard
Navigate to Dashboard → Referral or click on your profile menu and select "Invite Friends".
Step 2: Copy Your Unique Referral Link
You'll see your personalized referral link:
https://like.do/ref/YOUR_CODEClick the Copy button to copy it to your clipboard.
Step 3: Share Your Link
Share your referral link through:
- Email: Send directly from the dashboard
- Social Media: One-click sharing to Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook
- Messaging Apps: WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack
- Direct Link: Copy and paste anywhere
Tracking Your Referrals
Referral Dashboard
Your referral dashboard shows:
Overview Stats:
- Total invitations sent
- Successful sign-ups
- Verified referrals (qualified for rewards)
- Total credits earned
- Pending rewards
Referral History: View all your referrals with details:
- Date invited
- Sign-up status
- Verification status
- Credits awarded
Referral Status
Pending: Invitation sent, waiting for sign-up Signed Up: User created account, awaiting email verification Verified: User verified email, rewards distributed Expired: Invitation link expired (after 30 days)
Qualification Requirements
For a referral to qualify and trigger rewards:
- Email Verification Required: Your friend must verify their email address
- Unique Email: Each email can only be used once
- Valid Account: Account must show genuine activity (not spam or bot)
- Daily Limit: Maximum 20 invitations per day to prevent abuse
Best Practices for Successful Referrals
1. Personalize Your Invitation
Instead of just sharing a link, explain why you use LikeDo:
Example:
Hey! I've been using LikeDo for managing my short links and
temporary emails. It's saved me tons of time. Sign up with my
link and we both get free credits:
https://like.do/ref/YOUR_CODE2. Target the Right Audience
Share with people who would actually benefit:
- Developers and tech professionals
- Digital marketers
- Content creators
- Small business owners
- Freelancers and agencies
3. Explain the Value
Highlight specific features:
- "Create branded short links with custom domains"
- "Set up temporary emails in seconds"
- "Track click analytics in real-time"
- "Generate QR codes for marketing campaigns"
4. Use Multiple Channels
Don't rely on just one method:
- Email your professional network
- Share on LinkedIn/Twitter
- Mention in Slack/Discord communities
- Include in your email signature
- Add to your portfolio or personal website
Advanced Referral Strategies
For Power Users
Strategy 1: Content Marketing
Write blog posts or create videos about LikeDo and include your referral link.
Example:
- Tutorial: "How I manage 50+ client links with LikeDo"
- Review: "Best link management tool for developers"
- Comparison: "LikeDo vs. other link shorteners"
Strategy 2: Community Engagement
Participate in relevant online communities and help others:
- Answer questions on Reddit, Stack Overflow
- Contribute to Discord/Slack groups
- Share tips on social media
When someone asks for link management solutions, genuinely recommend LikeDo with your referral link.
Strategy 3: Team Onboarding
If you work in an agency or team:
- Introduce LikeDo during team meetings
- Create internal documentation
- Set up shared custom domains
- Invite all team members with your referral link
Leaderboard and Achievements
Top Referrers can earn special recognition:
- Featured on the referral leaderboard
- Exclusive badges and titles
- Bonus credit rewards
- Early access to new features
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I refer myself?
No. Self-referrals are not allowed and will be flagged as invalid.
Is there a limit to how many people I can refer?
You can refer unlimited people in total, but there's a daily limit of 20 invitations to prevent spam.
When do I receive my credits?
Credits are awarded automatically within 24 hours after your referral verifies their email.
Do credits expire?
Yes, referral credits expire after 365 days from the date they're awarded. For paid plan users, credits last 3650 days (10 years).
Can I withdraw credits as cash?
No, credits can only be used within the LikeDo platform for services and features.
What happens if my referral cancels their account?
If a referred user deletes their account within 30 days, the referral credits may be revoked.
Can I see who signed up with my link?
For privacy reasons, you can only see the total number of referrals and their status (pending, verified, etc.), not personal details.
My friend signed up but I didn't receive credits. Why?
Possible reasons:
- They haven't verified their email yet (check status in dashboard)
- They signed up with a different link
- Their account was flagged as spam/bot
- The referral is still being processed (allow 24 hours)
Contact support if the issue persists after 24 hours.
Anti-Fraud Policy
To maintain program integrity, we monitor for:
- Self-referrals
- Bot-generated sign-ups
- Fake email addresses
- Coordinated abuse
Accounts engaging in fraudulent referral activity will:
- Have rewards revoked
- Face account suspension
- Be banned from the referral program
Referral Terms & Conditions
By participating in the referral program, you agree to:
- Only share referral links with genuine contacts
- Not use spam or unsolicited methods
- Comply with all platform terms of service
- Not create fake accounts for referrals
LikeDo reserves the right to:
- Modify referral rewards at any time
- Suspend or terminate the program
- Revoke rewards for policy violations
- Investigate suspicious referral activity
Support
Need help with referrals?
- Check your referral dashboard for detailed stats
- Review this guide for troubleshooting
- Contact support at support@like.do
- Join our community Discord for tips
Start Referring Today
Ready to earn credits and help others discover LikeDo?
- Get your unique referral link from the dashboard
- Share it with your network
- Watch your credits grow!
Every successful referral helps you and helps grow the LikeDo community.
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