Canonical URL: https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/getting-started/quick-start

# Quick Start Guide

Get Spark! running on your store in under 30 minutes

Last updated: 2026-01-19

This guide walks you through setting up Spark! and creating your first affiliate program. By the end, you'll have a fully functional affiliate portal ready for recruitment.

##### Time Estimate

Most merchants complete initial setup in **under 30 minutes**. Your program can be live and accepting affiliates the same day.

## Before You Begin

Make sure you have:

*   A Shopify store with products configured
*   Admin access to your Shopify store
*   Your Chargezen account credentials

## Setup Steps

1

#### Install Spark! from Chargezen Dashboard

2

#### Configure Your Program Settings

3

#### Create Your Affiliate Signup Page

4

#### Set Up Payment Processing

5

#### Invite Your First Affiliates

## Verify Your Setup

Test your setup by:

*   Creating a test affiliate account
*   Generating a tracking link
*   Clicking the link and placing a test order
*   Verifying the conversion appears in your dashboard

##### Test Mode

Spark! includes a test mode that simulates conversions without affecting real orders. Enable it from Settings → Testing to validate your tracking before launch.

## What's Next

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### Commission Structures

Set up tiered commissions and performance bonuses

Learn more



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/affiliate-management/commission-structures)[

### Creator Discovery

Find influencers that match your brand

Learn more



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/creator-discovery/overview)[

### Tracking Links

Create custom links and QR codes

Learn more



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/tracking-links/overview)[

### AI Agents

Automate outreach and optimization

Learn more



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/ai-agents/overview)

### Related Articles

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#### Installation

Detailed installation guide



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/getting-started/installation)[

#### Program Setup

Configure your affiliate program



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/affiliate-management/program-setup)[

#### Creating Links

Create your first tracking links



](https://chargezen.com/docs/spark/tracking-links/creating-links)

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