How do affiliate links work?

I have noticed from referring a few customers here via the themeforest affiliate links that commissions are not given when commissions are due. What is the point of promoting a flawed program and are there any plans to improve this?

Have you read the Affiliate Program rules?

Here’s one that might apply in your case:

If you have visited one of the Envato Marketplaces before and then click a referral link, it doesn’t count

I see. Already dropped any recommendations or promotions for all envato sites.