Compensation plan

Matrix MLM Plan

Fixed-width × depth structure (3×7, 5×5, custom). Forced matrix with auto-fill from upline ensures fair distribution and predictable payouts.

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3×7

most common matrix size used worldwide

How it works

How the Matrix plan works

A matrix plan limits the width of your frontline. In a 3×7 matrix, each member can sponsor exactly three direct downlines, and earns commissions seven levels deep.

If a sponsor brings in a fourth or fifth member, those recruits "spill" downward into open positions in their team — filling the matrix from top to bottom, left to right.

Once all positions in a matrix are filled, members can re-enter at the top of a new matrix and earn cycle bonuses, creating long-term residual income.

Bonus structure

Built-in bonus types

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

Forced-matrix spillover

Recruits beyond your frontline width drop into open slots under your team automatically.

Level commissions

Earn a configurable percentage of volume from each of the configured levels (typically 5 to 10).

Cycle / re-entry bonus

When a matrix completes, the member cycles back to the top — earning a bonus and starting a new line.

Matching bonus

Earn a percentage of the level commissions paid to your direct downlines.

Rank promotions

Unlock new ranks as your filled levels grow, opening deeper level payouts.

Auto-compression

Inactive positions are compressed automatically so commissions roll up to the next qualified upline.

Worked example

Example payout — 3×5 matrix

Level 1 (3 members × 8%) $24

Level 2 (9 members × 5%) $45

Level 3 (27 members × 4%) $108

Level 4 (81 members × 3%) $243

Level 5 (243 members × 2%) $486

Monthly residual $906

Assumes each member generates $100/mo in business volume.

Strengths

Predictable max width
Spillover rewards strong recruiters
Cycle bonuses create residual income
Easy to forecast payouts

Watch-outs

Limited width can slow active recruiters
Deeper levels may take longer to fill
More complex to explain than binary

Best for: Companies with digital products, subscriptions or memberships, where small recurring volume from many levels adds up to strong residual income.