The Xero partner program stands out for affiliates seeking a trusted, scalable cloud accounting solution. It’s free to join with no ongoing costs, and new partners receive a free Xero subscription to run their practice plus access to Xero HQ for client management. With over 250,000 accountants and bookkeepers and more than 4.2 million Xero subscribers, the ecosystem offers credibility and strong referral potential. The program also features tiered status levels—partner, bronze, silver, gold, and platinum—that unlock growing benefits.

From an affiliate perspective, the program emphasizes accessibility and growth. It is free to join, with no ongoing costs, and partners gain free software, training, promotional materials, and dedicated support. New partners benefit from client subscription discounts and can move up the status ladder to unlock more tools. To join, a practice must have at least one registered accountant and at least one staff member who completes the Xero advisor certification within 30 days. The program also provides Xero HQ to manage client portfolios and promote services.

Key promotional points for affiliates: free Xero subscription for new partners, free Xero HQ access, promotional materials and dedicated support, partner subscription discounts (for example, usually $29 → $5.80 per month, $50 → $10 per month, $75 → $15 per month), opportunities to attract new clients via the Xero advisor directory, and the chance to earn free CPE credits through training.

Best suited for accounting and bookkeeping blogs, YouTubers, email marketers, software reviewers, and small business sites. The ideal audience includes accounting practices, bookkeepers, and small business owners seeking cloud-based accounting, streamlined workflows, and reliable software for growth.