The Glide Experts program is a dedicated program for freelancers and agencies who are building solutions for their clients on Glide. It provides exclusive benefits intended to help Experts grow their businesses and reach new levels professionally.
How to Join
You can join the Experts Program by going to your profile > account settings > and then clicking “Join the Experts Program”.
Once you have joined the Experts Program and completed your PartnerStack setup, any of your clients’ teams you join will automatically be included in your revenue share.
Experts Program Levels
The Experts Program has two ranks:
Glide Community Experts
This is the first level of the program and given automatically when you join.
Glide Certified Experts
Experts with a higher level of experience and a solid client base can become Certified Experts and access further benefits. To become a Certified Expert, you must:
Be a member of three paid teams and pass the highest available level of Glide Certification (currently Level 3)
OR
Pass the highest available level of Glide Certification (currently Level 3) and purchase an Agency Plan
Experts Program Benefits by Level
Benefit | Glide Community Expert | Glide Certified Expert |
|---|---|---|
Revenue Share | 20% for 12 months | 20% for 24 months |
Community Access | Glide Forum | Experts Only Slack |
Experts Hub | Available | Available |
Early Product Access | Public Previews | Private Previews |
Agency Plan | ❌ | |
Marketing Opportunities | ❌ | Experts Spotlight |
Badge | ❌ | Certified Expert Badge |
Experts Directory | ❌ | Profile Listing Eligibility |
Account Manager | ❌ | Direct Account Manager |
Creators Program | ❌ | Eligible to Join |
Revenue Sharing
Glide Experts can earn revenue sharing when clients join Glide and upgrade to a paid plan using a special link and also automatically when you join their existing team.
Join PartnerStack to access revenue sharing
Once you join the Experts program, you will be directed to PartnerStack. If you do not already have an account you will need to sign in and complete your profile. Once completed you will have access to your referral link and can provide that URL to your clients. Every client that signs up using your link will appear in your PartnerStack dashboard.
Glide Certification & Levels
Glide offers multiple levels of certifications that Experts can pass. You can use it to elevate your craft, obtain certification badges, and showcase your skills.
Experts Program Resources
Experts Hub
The Experts Hub is where you can see all your clients in one place, access pending payouts from PartnerStack, and get important announcements from Glide.
Product Previews & Alphas
When Glide launches new products such as SQL, Glide AI, and Open API, Experts are the first in line to try our new products.
Experts Spotlight
We love to feature our Experts on our social channels and highlight what you are doing for your clients on Glide.
Certified Expert Badge
The community forum is always buzzing with activity. Once you reach the Glide Certified Expert rank, make sure you join the Certified Group to display your fancy badge!
Experts Slack
You can join the private Slack channel just for Experts when you reach the Glide Certified Experts rank. You will receive an email with the invitation link, and it will also be linked in your profile in the Experts Hub.
Glide Community
The community forum is always buzzing with activity. Once you reach the Glide Certified Expert rank, make sure you join the Certified Group so your new badge is displayed in the forum.
Experts Directory
The Experts Directory is a database that potential clients can use to find freelancers or agencies to help them build tools on Glide. You are eligible to create a profile and become searchable when you achieve the Glide Certified Expert rank.
Agency Plan
Certified experts are eligible to purchase the Agency plan.
Account Manager
Certified experts get a direct account manager that offers guidance for maximizing revenue sharing with Glide, making the most of Glide resources and incentives, and provisioning client plans.
Glide Creators Program
Being a Glide Certified Expert grants eligibility to join other Experts focused on growing their business through social media. Expect early access to marketing materials around feature launches to maximize your reach and grow your audience.