This article explains what the auto-validation period (AVP) is, why it matters and how to review or update it.
What is auto-validation
The auto-validation period (AVP) is the amount of time after a transaction is tracked before it’s automatically approved if you haven’t already validated it.
For example, if your AVP is 30 days, a transaction tracked on 1 September will be auto-approved on 1 October unless you approve or decline it before then.
Your maximum AVP depends on your platform plan or contractual agreement:
Awin Access: Up to 67 days.
Awin Accelerate and Advanced: The maximum period depends on your sector and contract.
Why the AVP is important
A AVP helps your program run smoothly:
Fair and predictable partner payments: Auto-validation ensures partners receive commission for transactions, even if you haven’t manually approved them.
Streamlined approvals: As long as you’ve declined any incorrect transactions, the rest will be automatically approved in line with your AVP.
Aligned with your returns process: Your onboarding team sets your AVP to mirror your brand’s returns window, giving you time to decline transactions linked to returns or refunds.
Checking your auto-validation period
In the platform go to Account > Profile > Overview.
In the Summary section on the left, you’ll see your program’s current AVP.
Changing your auto-validation period
It’s not possible to disable the AVP. However, if you want to amend the set period, please reach out to the support team. You can get in touch with our support team by filling out the contact form.
Note
You may be required to sign a contractual addendum before the update can be made.
Activate email notifications
You can turn on reminder emails that notify you two days before auto-validation is due. These reminders help you review, amend or decline transactions before they are auto-approved.
To enable the reminders:
Go to Account Settings > Tracking Settings.
Open the Attribution & Reporting tab.
Tick Email Notifications.
Click Save.
FAQ
How long should my auto-validation period be?
We recommend setting your AVP to match your cooling-off or returns period, plus an extra seven days to give you time to validate transactions. For example, if your returns period is 30 days, we suggest an AVP of 37 days.
Where can I see which transactions will auto-validate next?
Go to Commission > Validate > Validate Pending Transactions. The page is sorted by the oldest transaction date, so the transactions at the top will auto-validate next.
Can I see when the next auto-validation will happen?
Yes. Your dashboard shows the number of days remaining until the next auto-validation. This appears on the left hand side of the page.