How To Set Up and Automate Affiliate Payouts Using PayPal in Tekmatix

Managing affiliate commissions is a core part of running a successful affiliate program—and Tekmatix now makes it easier than ever with PayPal Auto Payouts. This automation lets you pay affiliates directly from your dashboard, saving you hours of manual work and reducing payout errors.

In this article, we’ll show you step-by-step how to set up PayPal Auto Payouts and walk you through the payment process. We'll also share a realistic use case to help you apply this in your business.

Why This Matters

Manually tracking and sending affiliate payments can be time-consuming and prone to delays or mistakes. With Tekmatix’s PayPal Auto Payouts, you can:

• Pay affiliates in bulk or individually with a few clicks
  

• Save time by automating monthly or campaign-based payouts
  

• Maintain transparency with real-time status updates for each transaction
  

• Provide a smoother experience for your affiliates

What You Need Before You Start

To use PayPal Auto Payouts in Tekmatix, you’ll need:

• A PayPal Business Account
  

• Payouts API enabled on your PayPal account
  

• The Client ID and Secret Key from PayPal

Step-by-Step Guide to Set Up PayPal Auto Payouts

Step 1: Enable Payouts in PayPal

1. Visit the PayPal Developers Dashboard and log in.
   

2. Click My Account from the top-right menu.
   

3. Scroll to the Permissions section and confirm that “Payouts” is enabled under “Live”.

   • If it’s not, click Enable and follow PayPal’s steps (you may need to contact their support).
     

Step 2: Create a PayPal App

1. In the left menu, go to Apps & Credentials.
   

2. Click the Live tab.
   

3. Click Create App.
   

4. Name the app (e.g., “Tekmatix Payouts”) and click Create App.
   

5. Copy your Client ID and Secret Key—you’ll need them in the next step.
   

Step 3: Connect PayPal to Tekmatix

1. In your Tekmatix dashboard, go to Payments > Integrations.
   

2. Scroll to PayPal and click Manage.
   

3. Paste your Client ID and Secret Key.
   

4. Save your settings.
   

How to Use PayPal for Affiliate Payouts

Once your account is connected, you can start paying affiliates directly.

Step 1: Go to the Payouts Page

Navigate to Affiliate Manager > Payouts in Tekmatix.

Step 2: View Approved Payouts

Click the Approved for Payout tab. You’ll see all pending affiliate commissions ready for payout.

Step 3: Select Payouts

• Check the boxes beside the affiliates you want to pay.
  

• You can pay individuals or bulk-pay all selected affiliates.

Step 4: Click Pay

Click the Pay button (or the blue icon beside an affiliate's name) to initiate the payout.

Step 5: Confirm and Send

Review the summary, then click Pay Now. The payouts will process through PayPal.

⏳ Status Note: Payments may briefly show as “Pending.” Refresh the page after a few minutes to check the final status.

✅ Both you and your affiliates will receive confirmation emails once the payout is successful.

Don’t Forget: Add Affiliate PayPal Emails

Affiliates need to have a valid PayPal email linked to their profile in order to receive automated payouts. Make sure they’ve added it before processing any payments.

Sample Scenario: Using Auto Payouts After a Launch

Let’s say you just wrapped up a 7-day product launch, and 12 affiliates helped promote your course using their unique referral links. On the 1st of the following month, all commissions are calculated.

You head to Affiliate Manager > Payouts, filter by “Approved for Payout,” and check off all 12 affiliates. With one click of the Pay button, all commissions are sent through PayPal—and the affiliates are notified automatically.

That’s hours saved and zero spreadsheets.

Final Tip: Configure Which Payout Methods Affiliates Can Use

Want to control how your affiliates are paid?

1. Go to Affiliate Manager > Settings.
   

2. Click Affiliate Portal Settings > Configure Payout Methods.
   

3. Choose to enable or disable PayPal, bank transfers, or other options.
   

   

   Related Article: How to set up and link payout methods for affiliates in Tekmatix

Summary Checklist

Task

Status

✅ Have a PayPal Business Account

✔️

✅ Enable Payouts in PayPal Developer Portal

✔️

✅ Create App and Get API Credentials

✔️

✅ Connect PayPal in Tekmatix

✔️

✅ Ensure affiliates have PayPal emails added

✔️

✅ Approve and pay affiliate commissions

✔️

Ready to Save Time and Build Affiliate Trust?

By setting up PayPal Auto Payouts in Tekmatix, you’ll streamline your affiliate program and give your partners the confidence that their commissions are being handled smoothly and professionally.

Let us know if you'd like help setting it up!