Disclosure: This post contains an affiliate link to Wealthy Affiliate. If you sign up through it, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. If you've ever bought something because a reviewer you trusted recommended it, you've seen affiliate marketing work. Here's how it works and how to get started. What Is Affiliate Marketing? Affiliate marketing is a way of earning a commission by recommending other companies' products or services. When someone buys through your unique link, the company pays you a percentage or a flat fee. You don't make the product, handle shipping, or deal with customer support. The Four Players The merchant: the company that makes the product (a software company, a retailer, a course creator) The affiliate: you, the person recommending it The customer: the person who clicks and buys The network (sometimes): a platform like Amazon Associates or ShareASale that tracks sales and pays affiliates How It Works, Step by Step ...
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