No, you do not have to refer to earn. The system is designed to place members in a straight line based on the time they register for services and purchase their ad packages, no matter who refers them! However, our sponsors who refer are paid each time their referral purchases a new ad pack or recycles in our compensation matrix even if the sponsor has been passed by their referral! Also, if you are just a free member, you can still promote our services and earn the sponsor bonus only!