> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.vapinetwork.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.vapinetwork.ai/for-vendors/partner-program.md).

# Partner program

vAPI onboards each provider at the highest level its service supports. Under every route, you control your payout address and payment settles from the buyer to you. vAPI does not custody buyer funds.

1. **Native x402** (preferred). You already serve x402 from your origin. vAPI verifies the endpoint, response, and payment metadata, then lists you. vAPI stays outside the request path.
2. **Provider-deployed adapter** (default for keyed APIs). You deploy an open-source x402 adapter in front of your API. You keep your upstream key, your origin, and your payout address. Same checks as native.
3. **Hosted shim** (specified, not built). For providers that cannot deploy an adapter. It requires a separately reviewed rollout before it exists.
4. **Not listed.** A provider that fits none of the routes does not appear.

Payout verification is wallet-signed (standard) or origin-attested (partners only, recorded as an operator attestation). Partner status is an operator-approved promotion of a verified listing, never automatic.

**Integration levels:** verified Call listing → dedicated MCP tool (none live in the current beta) → named product integration.<br>

**Contact:** <hello@vapinetwork.ai>


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