Affiliate Marketing Setup
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affiliate foundation

Before you start creating content, make sure your setup is solid. Check off what you have — we'll guide you on anything missing.

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Your Website
Essential
Website / Blog Required
You need a website to host bridge pages, blog posts, and affiliate content.
💡 Don't have a website? WordPress + Hostinger is the cheapest reliable option — around $3/month. Get started at Hostinger →
FTC Disclosure Page Required
Legally required if you earn commissions. A simple page saying you may earn from links is enough.
💡 Create a page on WordPress called "Affiliate Disclosure" — ContentBlaster can write the text for you.
Privacy Policy Page Required
Required by most affiliate programs and by law in many countries.
💡 Use PrivacyPolicyGenerator.info — free and takes 2 minutes.
Google Analytics Installed Free
Track where your visitors come from and which content converts to clicks.
💡 Google Analytics is free. Install the plugin "Site Kit by Google" on WordPress — done in 5 minutes.
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Affiliate Programs
At least 1
Amazon Associates Free
Easiest to join. Low commissions (1-5%) but works for any niche — millions of products.
💡 Join Amazon Associates → You need a website with some content before applying.
ShareASale Free
Huge network with thousands of brands. Better commissions than Amazon for many niches.
💡 Join ShareASale → Great for outdoor, home, lifestyle, and travel niches.
Impact.com Free
Home to major brands like Airbnb, Booking.com, Canva, and hundreds more. Higher commissions.
💡 Join Impact → Perfect if you're in travel, glamping, or digital tools niches.
ClickBank Free
Digital products with commissions up to 75%. Best for info products, courses, and guides.
💡 Join ClickBank → Excellent commissions but vet products carefully for quality.
Niche-Specific Programs
Direct brand programs often pay 2-3x more than Amazon for the same product.
💡 Search Google for "[your niche] + affiliate program" — e.g. "glamping gear affiliate program" or "scuba diving affiliate program". Most outdoor brands run their own programs.
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Content Channels
Pick 1-2
Blog / SEO Content
Highest converting channel for affiliates. Google traffic = buyer intent = commissions.
💡 Aim for "buyer intent" keywords: "best X for Y", "X review", "X vs Y". ContentBlaster's Blog Outline tool is built for this.
YouTube Channel
Second highest converting channel. Product reviews and comparisons work incredibly well.
💡 You don't need to show your face. Screen recordings and voiceovers work. ContentBlaster writes your full scripts.
Pinterest
Good for visual niches (glamping, home, fashion). Long content shelf life but low direct conversions — best used to drive blog traffic.
💡 Don't link affiliate links directly on Pinterest. Link to your blog post or bridge page instead.
Instagram / TikTok
Strong for lifestyle niches. Works best if you show your face or behind-the-scenes content.
💡 Use the "link in bio" to drive traffic to your bridge pages or blog. ContentBlaster generates captions for both platforms.
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Email List
High Value
Email Platform Set Up Free to start
An email list is your most valuable asset. You own it — no algorithm can take it away.
💡 Mailchimp is free up to 500 subscribers. ConvertKit is better for affiliate marketers but costs $29/month.
Lead Magnet Created
Give something free in exchange for an email — a guide, checklist, or resource list related to your niche.
💡 Examples: "The Ultimate Glamping Packing List", "Beginner's Guide to Scuba Diving Gear". ContentBlaster can write this for you.
Welcome Email Sequence
The first 3-5 emails after someone subscribes set the relationship — and make your first affiliate sales.
💡 ContentBlaster's Email Sequence tool writes this entire sequence for you — just enter your niche and product.
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Link Tracking
Important
Link Cloaking Tool Free plugin
Turns ugly affiliate links into clean branded links. Required by Amazon and looks more trustworthy.
💡 Install Pretty Links (free WordPress plugin). Turns "amzn.to/abc123" into "yoursite.com/recommends/product-name".
Affiliate Dashboard Bookmarked
Know where to check your clicks, conversions, and earnings daily.
💡 Bookmark your affiliate dashboards (Amazon Associates, ShareASale, etc.) and check them every morning to see what's working.