What happened
impact.com tightens its overdue-payment policy
impact.com has reduced the overdue-payment threshold for brand accounts from 60 days to 40 days. The change took effect on 1 October 2026 and applies when impact.com platform fees or partner payments remain overdue.
Under the updated policy, brands that pass the 40-day threshold can have their accounts suspended while they resolve outstanding balances.
Why it matters
Why this matters for affiliates
Late advertiser funding is one of the most common causes of delayed affiliate payouts. Moving the suspension point forward by 20 days increases pressure on brands to settle overdue balances sooner.
This does not mean every affiliate will be paid within 40 days because locking periods, invoicing schedules and individual program terms still apply.
What affiliates should know
What affiliates should know
If you work with brands on impact.com, continue checking each program's locking and payout schedule rather than assuming a universal 40-day payout. The important change is that brands can face platform suspension sooner if they fail to fund overdue obligations.