Use the link before the quote
Start from the personalised referral link before entering details. If the quote journey starts elsewhere, the referral may not track cleanly.
£50
credit for a home customer switching through the link
£100
total shared home referral reward
£150
shared business referral reward
Direct
sign-up via the personalised link is required
~4 weeks
typical timing after supply starts and payment clears
Why this guide exists
Octo's no-missed-credit referral check
Most referral-code pages stop at the code. Octo's job is different: help you use the code in the right order, avoid comparison-site tracking issues, know when the credit should arrive, and understand what to do if the referral credit is not showing.
Check the awkward cases
Moving home, prepayment meters, recent Octopus customers and comparison-site sign-ups can all need extra care before relying on the £50 credit.
Know the rescue route
If the credit is missing, check the direct sign-up route, supply start, first Direct Debit and code lotus-book-642 before contacting Octopus.
Octo's switching checklist
How to use the Octopus Energy referral code
Octo's advice is simple: make the referral easy to track, then judge the quote on its merits. Start from the personalised link before entering your quote details so Octopus has the best chance of applying code lotus-book-642 automatically.
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Start with the referral link
Open the Octopus Energy referral link first so the quote journey starts with code lotus-book-642. This is the simplest way to keep the £50 credit connected to your switch.
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Enter your postcode and energy use
Use annual kWh figures from a recent bill where possible. Estimated low, medium or high usage can work, but real usage gives a cleaner comparison.
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Compare the tariff, not just the bonus
Look at unit rates, standing charges, payment method, exit fees, smart meter requirements and whether the tariff matches how your household uses energy.
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Switch directly if the quote works for you
Your supply should not be interrupted. Octopus and your old supplier handle the switch in the background.
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Wait for the referral credit
Octopus says the referral reward is paid once you are on supply and your first monthly Direct Debit has been successfully taken.
Important: Octopus terms say referral rewards are not available if you sign up through a third party such as a price comparison site. Start from the personalised referral link if the £50 credit matters to you.
Who can use it?
Who is eligible for the £50 Octopus credit?
The referral is intended for new Octopus customers who switch directly through a personalised referral link. Octopus can refuse the reward if the sign-up is not made through the link, if the customer uses a third party such as a price comparison site, or if the referral is claimed retrospectively outside the allowed route.
Quick answer
Use the referral link before starting the quote. If you already signed up directly with Octopus but forgot the code, contact Octopus quickly and ask whether they can add it.
Octo's winter warm-up checks
Before you switch: ways to lower your UK energy bill
Octo likes the referral bonus, but he likes a lower winter bill even more. The bigger win is reducing waste and choosing a tariff that fits your actual usage, so run these practical checks before and after switching supplier.
Use accurate meter readings
Submit opening and closing meter readings on time. A small reading error can make your old final bill or new opening balance harder to understand.
Check direct debit assumptions
Monthly payments are often based on yearly use divided by 12. If your usage changes, ask for the payment to be reviewed rather than letting credit or debt build up unnoticed.
Shift flexible electricity use
If you have a smart meter, EV, battery or heat pump, Octopus smart tariffs may reward moving usage away from expensive peak periods.
Reduce heat loss first
Draught-proof doors, close curtains after dusk, insulate loft hatches and avoid blocking radiators. Cheap fabric and seal fixes can beat buying more heat.
Control hot water
Insulate cylinders and pipes where relevant, avoid heating more water than you use, and check immersion heater timers if you have one.
Set heating zones
Heat the rooms you actually use and close doors to unused spaces. Thermostatic radiator valves can help avoid paying to warm empty bedrooms during the day.
Watch standby and phantom load
Turn off chargers, consoles, heated rails and older appliances at the wall when they are not needed. Small always-on loads add up across a month.
Know where help exists
If bills become unmanageable, speak to your supplier early. Ask about payment plans, hardship support, the Priority Services Register and government schemes you may qualify for.
Use local warmth carefully
For short, supervised warmth in one spot, small products can be cheaper than heating a whole room. If you use candles, keep them on a heatproof surface, away from fabrics and never leave them unattended.
Business and charity referrals
Domestic vs business Octopus referrals
Home referral
For a domestic switch, Octopus says the usual refer-a-friend credit is £50 for the new customer and £50 for the existing customer after the switch and first monthly Direct Debit complete.
Business referral
For an Octopus business referral, Octopus says the reward is £75 for the business and £75 for the referrer, making £150 shared in total.
Charity or community group
Octopus also runs separate referral options for charities, schools and community groups. Check the official Octopus page if that is the route you need.
Referral guides
More Octopus referral questions
Use these focused guides to remove the common doubts before switching: timing, eligibility, meter type and whether a direct sign-up is better than a comparison site.
Octopus refer a friend How the code and link work for a normal home switch.
Octopus business referral How the £75 business credit works.
When is Octopus referral paid? What to check if the referral credit is not showing.
Can I add a code later? Rescue steps if you forgot the referral link.
Referral with a prepayment meter Meter-type checks before switching.
Referral vs comparison site Why the direct sign-up route matters.
Tariff comparison
Which Octopus tariff might fit your household?
Do not choose a tariff from a referral page alone. Use this as a shortlist, then check the live quote and terms for your postcode, meter type and payment method.
| Household type | Tariff area to compare | What to check |
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| Simple home energy use | Flexible or fixed tariffs | Standing charge, unit rate, exit fees and whether you value price certainty. |
| Electric vehicle charging | Octopus Go or Intelligent Octopus | Car or charger compatibility, overnight rate window and daytime unit rate. |
| Solar panels or battery | Export and smart tariffs | Export rate, import rate, battery automation and any meter requirements. |
| Heat pump home | Cosy-style smart tariffs | Cheap windows, heating pattern and whether your home can pre-heat efficiently. |
| Flexible smart-meter users | Tracker or Agile-style tariffs | Price volatility, peak periods and whether you can shift usage without stress. |
FAQ
Octopus referral questions
What is the Octopus Energy referral code?
The code is lotus-book-642. The full referral link is https://share.octopus.energy/lotus-book-642.
Do I need to type the code in manually?
Usually no. Starting from the referral link should apply the code automatically. Keep a note of lotus-book-642 in case Octopus support asks for it.
When will I get the £50 credit?
Octopus says referral credit is paid once the new customer is on supply and the first monthly Direct Debit has been successfully taken. The timing is often around four weeks, but it can vary.
How long does Octopus referral credit take?
Octopus says the automated referral payment typically happens after the switch completes and the first monthly Direct Debit has cleared. It can take longer if the previous supplier delays the switch.
How does the £150 Octopus business referral bonus work?
Octopus says business referrals share £150: £75 credit for the business that switches and £75 credit for the person who referred them. Check the offer shown during the quote because referral terms can change.
Can I add an Octopus referral code after signing up?
If you forgot to use the referral link but signed up directly with Octopus, contact Octopus and ask whether they can add the referral code. Do this as soon as possible because retrospective claims are restricted in the terms.
Can I use a comparison site and still get the referral bonus?
Octopus terms say referral rewards are for customers who sign up directly online through the personalised referral link. If you sign up through a third party, the referral reward may not apply.
Can existing Octopus customers use a referral code?
Referral credit is for new switches. Octopus terms exclude some cases, including customers who have been with Octopus recently, so check the quote journey or ask Octopus before relying on the credit.
Can I use Octopus referral if I have a prepayment meter?
Meter type can affect the tariffs and payment options available. Start with the referral link, enter your real meter details, and use the quote result to confirm whether Octopus can support your setup.
Can I get Octopus referral credit when moving house?
Moving home can be more complicated if the property is already supplied by Octopus or if you are already an Octopus customer. Octo's safety check is to ask Octopus before relying on the referral credit, especially if the switch is not a normal new-customer move from another supplier.
What should I do if my Octopus referral credit is not showing?
Check whether you started through the personalised referral link, signed up directly, are on supply, and have had the first monthly Direct Debit taken. If those are all true, contact Octopus with referral code lotus-book-642 and the date you signed up.
Is there a limit to Octopus referrals?
Octopus warns against spam, paid ads, official-looking branding and commercial-style use of personal referral links. This page is an independent customer page sharing a personal referral link.
Is this an official Octopus Energy page?
No. This is an independent page from an Octopus Energy customer sharing a personal referral link. Octopus Energy owns its brand, tariffs, terms and official information.
What should I compare before switching?
Compare annual cost, unit rates, standing charges, tariff type, exit fees, smart meter requirements, payment method and whether your household can benefit from smart tariffs.
Ready to check your quote?
Take Octo's sensible route: start with code lotus-book-642, compare the live quote, and only switch if the tariff, rates and referral credit all work for you.