Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend for Shopify App Store
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend is the #146 ranked affiliate program app on Shopify, with a free plan available, as of Sep 5, 2026.
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend is a Shopify App Store app by Valar Digital, launched May 2026.
AppRanks data: Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend ranks #146 in Affiliate program on Shopify App Store, placing it in the top 52% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
Generated from live marketplace data — refreshed daily
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend is a newly-listed Shopify app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Affiliate program category on Shopify App Store, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. no published reviews yet means feature claims are unverified by the wider merchant base. Without a published review base, the only fit-signal available is the developer's own documentation plus the marketplace's listing-quality audit (linked below). The free tier lets you trial the entry feature set without committing a payment method. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical Shopify App Store listing.
Pros
- +Free tier available — no card required to evaluate
- +Published by Valar Digital — established developer track record
Cons
- −No public reviews yet — fit and reliability are unverified
Looking to switch from Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend?
See Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend's alternatives ranked by audit score, rating, and review velocity.
About Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend
How Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend works
Referral Gem adds a word-of-mouth programme to your Shopify store in minutes. After every purchase, customers get a unique share link they can send via WhatsApp, SMS, or copy. When a friend orders using that link, Shopify discount codes are issued automatically - no manual work.
Screenshots






Key features
- Automatic referral links after every purchase — WhatsApp, SMS, and copy
- Shopify discount codes issued instantly when a referred order is placed
- Fraud detection blocks self-referrals, duplicate IPs, and velocity abuse
Standardized capabilities
Normalized capabilities detected for this app, comparable across the marketplace.
- Affiliate Link ManagementCreate and manage affiliate links to track referrals and commissions.
- All Growth Plan FeaturesEnjoy all features available in the Growth Plan.
- AI AnalyticsUtilize AI-driven analytics tools for actionable insights and reporting.
- Branded Returns PortalCreate a customized portal for managing product returns.
- Checkout ProcessStreamline the checkout process to enhance customer experience and reduce cart abandonment.
- Checkout TrackingMonitor the checkout process to identify drop-off points.
- CSV Import/ExportImport and export data using CSV files for easy management and integration.
- Custom Branding SolutionsImplement custom branding strategies to enhance your market presence.
- Custom DashboardsCreate interactive dashboards tailored to your analytics needs.
- Custom Domain SetupConfigure custom domains for your store to enhance branding.
- Custom Form BuilderDesign and create tailored forms to meet specific business needs.
- Custom Links and DiscountsCreate personalized links for discounts and promotions.
- Custom Registration FormsCreate tailored registration forms to capture user information effectively.
- Percentage and Volume DiscountsApply percentage and volume discounts to incentivize purchases.
- 3-Day Free TrialOffer a 3-day free trial for customers to experience your product risk-free.
- Klaviyo IntegrationConnect with Klaviyo for powerful email marketing automation.
- Page CreationBuild and design new pages for your online store easily.
- Priority SupportReceive prioritized assistance to resolve issues faster.
- Royalties ManagementManage and track royalties for content creators and partners.
- Fraud DetectionIdentify and mitigate fraudulent activities in transactions.
Pricing plans
FREE
|
Growth19/month 14-day free trial
|
Most popular Pro49/month 14-day free trial
|
Category rankings
As of Sep 5, 2026- Affiliate program#146of 284Top 52%
See 90-day rank history for each category
Track daily rank changes, category shifts, and position volatility.
Keyword rankings
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend ranks for 2 keywords across Shopify App Store. Here are the top 2:
- Rank #198
- Rank #198
Competitors & alternatives
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked affiliate program apps on Shopify:
Frequently asked questions
What is Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend?
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend is an app for Shopify. It is published on Shopify App Store and tracked by AppRanks, and it has been listed on the marketplace since 2026. It is listed under the Affiliate program category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by Valar Digital.
Is Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend free?
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend offers a free plan that merchants can install on Shopify without entering payment details. Paid tiers Growth, Pro unlock additional features for teams that outgrow the free plan. Each paid plan includes a 14-day free trial trial so merchants can validate fit before committing. Pricing details on this page are mirrored from the live Shopify listing and refresh on each scrape cycle.
Who uses Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend?
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend is actively installed across Shopify stores tracked by AppRanks. Its review base is still building, which usually maps to early-stage merchants and stores piloting a new workflow. It is part of the Affiliate program category on Shopify.
Where does Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend rank on Shopify?
Referral Gem ‑ Refer a Friend currently sits at position #146 in the Affiliate program category on Shopify. That places it in the top 51% of 284 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.