To track your affiliate deals and commissions, you can use the following tools and strategies:
1. Affiliate Dashboards
Most affiliate programs or networks provide a dedicated dashboard where you can:
View clicks, sales, and commissions in real time.
Track performance metrics like conversion rates and payouts.
Example networks:
Amazon Associates
ShareASale
CJ Affiliate
ClickBank
2. Custom Tracking Tools
Use third-party tools to centralize tracking:
Voluum – Tracks clicks, conversions, and profits.
Tapfiliate – Helps you manage and monitor multiple affiliate programs.
Post Affiliate Pro – A platform to organize commissions and referrals.
3. Google Analytics and UTM Links
Use UTM parameters (e.g., utm_source, utm_medium) to track referral traffic to specific products.
Monitor your affiliate link performance using Google Analytics under "Acquisition" → "Campaigns."
4. URL Shorteners and Tracking Links
Shorten affiliate links using tools like Bitly or Pretty Links (for WordPress) to track clicks and engagement.
Platforms like TinyURL or ThirstyAffiliates provide click insights.
5. Spreadsheets and Manual Tracking
If you work with smaller affiliate partners, maintain a Google Sheet or Excel document to manually input:
Date of sale
Product sold
Commission earned
6. Affiliate Management Systems (AMS)
If you manage multiple affiliates:
Impact Radius or PartnerStack – Helps automate tracking, payouts, and analytics.
Key Metrics to Monitor:
Clicks – Number of users clicking on affiliate links.
Conversions – Sales made through your links.
Earnings – Total commission earned.
Payout Status – Confirmed vs. pending payments.
Let me know which platforms you use, and I can help tailor this further!
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