Compensation plan

Binary MLM Plan

Two-leg downline structure with pair-matching commissions, spillover and weak-leg bonus — the most popular MLM plan worldwide.

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60%+

of new MLM startups choose binary

How it works

How the Binary plan works

Each member sponsors two direct downlines — a left leg and a right leg. New recruits beyond the first two automatically "spill over" into deeper levels, helping your downline grow even faster.

Commissions are paid based on the volume of the weaker leg (the leg with less business volume), encouraging members to build both legs evenly.

Each pair of matched left + right volume generates a pair-matching bonus, with optional capping rules and weekly carry-forward of unused volume.

Bonus structure

Built-in bonus types

WP MLM Soft ships with these binary plan bonuses out of the box. Each one is fully configurable in the admin.

Pair-matching bonus

Earn a fixed amount or percentage every time business volume in your left and right legs forms a balanced pair.

Spillover bonus

Sponsored beyond two? New recruits drop into the next open position, helping your team build under you.

Weak-leg / carry-forward

Unused volume on the stronger leg carries forward to future cycles, never lost.

Capping & flush rules

Configurable daily, weekly and monthly caps to keep payouts sustainable and compliant.

Rank advancement

Members unlock higher commission rates and pool shares as they hit volume and team-size milestones.

Pool / leadership bonus

Top performers share a percentage of company-wide volume distributed weekly or monthly.

Worked example

Example payout

Left leg volume $10,000

Right leg volume $7,500

Weak-leg volume $7,500

Pair-matching rate 10%

Total commission $750

Strong-leg surplus of $2,500 carries forward to next cycle.

Strengths

Simple to explain to new recruits
Spillover gives strong network effect
Encourages team-building on both legs
Predictable commission math

Watch-outs

Imbalanced legs can leave volume unpaid
Capping required to control payout
Less leverage than wider plans for top earners

Best for: Health, wellness, beauty and lifestyle brands launching their first MLM, or any company that wants the simplest possible recruiting story.