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Affiliates

# Affiliate

Affiliate Partner

An individual or business that promotes products in exchange for a commission on sales they generate through unique tracking links or codes.

## What is Affiliate?

Affiliates are partners who promote your products in exchange for commissions on sales they drive. It's a performance-based marketing channel. **Types of affiliates:** - Content publishers (blogs, review sites) - Influencers and creators - Coupon and deal sites - Email marketers - Comparison shopping sites **Affiliate program components:** - Commission structure - Tracking links/codes - Cookie duration - Payment terms - Program terms and conditions

### Why Affiliate Matters

Affiliates provide performance-based marketing where you only pay for results.

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### More Affiliates Terms

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