Affiliate Instructions

This guide is for affiliates who want to promote products and earn commissions through LinkSense.

Getting Started

Joining an Affiliate Program

1. Receive an Invite: You'll receive an email invitation from the product owner 2. Click the Invite Link: This will take you to the LinkSense affiliate portal 3. Create Your Account: Sign up with your email address 4. Complete Your Profile: Add your name, payment information, and preferences

Account Approval

- Most programs approve affiliates automatically - Some programs require manual approval by the product owner - You'll receive an email notification when your account is approved

Generating Referral Links

Creating Coupon Codes

1. Go to Coupons → Create Coupon 2. Enter a coupon code (or let the system generate one) 3. Select which campaigns to use the coupon for 4. Set expiration date (optional) 5. Click Create

Using Referral Links

1. Go to Links → My Links 2. Find the product you want to promote 3. Copy your unique referral link 4. Share it on your website, social media, or email

Best Practices for Sharing

- Be Transparent: Always disclose that you're using an affiliate link - Add Value: Don't just share links—provide context and recommendations - Track Performance: Use the analytics dashboard to see what's working - Stay Compliant: Follow FTC guidelines for affiliate disclosure

Tracking Your Earnings

Dashboard Overview

Your affiliate dashboard shows:

- Total Earnings: All commissions earned (pending + paid) - Pending: Commissions waiting to be paid out - Paid: Commissions that have been transferred to you - Clicks: Number of clicks on your referral links - Conversions: Number of successful referrals

Understanding Commissions

- One-time Commissions: Earned when someone makes a purchase - Recurring Commissions: Earned on subscription renewals (if enabled) - Tiered Commissions: Higher rates based on your performance

Commission Status

- Pending: Commission is recorded but not yet paid - Paid: Commission has been transferred to your account - On Hold: Commission is temporarily held (e.g., due to refund investigation)

Setting Up Payouts

Connect Your Stripe Account

To receive payouts, you need to connect a Stripe account:

1. Go to Settings → Payment Method 2. Click Connect Stripe Account 3. Complete Stripe's onboarding process 4. Once connected, payouts will be automatic

Payout Schedule

- Payouts are processed daily (or manually by the product owner) - Minimum payout: Usually $10 (varies by program) - Transfers appear in your bank account within 1-3 business days

Using Your Links

Website Integration

Add referral links to your website:

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Social Media

Share your links on: - Twitter/X - LinkedIn - Instagram (use link in bio) - YouTube (in video descriptions)

Email Marketing

Include referral links in your newsletters and email campaigns.

Analytics & Reporting

Viewing Performance

1. Go to Dashboard → Analytics 2. Filter by: - Date range - Campaign - Link type 3. Export data as CSV or JSON

Key Metrics

- Click-Through Rate (CTR): Percentage of clicks that convert - Conversion Rate: Percentage of visitors who make a purchase - Average Order Value: Average purchase amount - Revenue per Click: Total revenue divided by clicks

Tips for Success

1. Choose Products You Believe In: Authentic recommendations convert better 2. Know Your Audience: Promote products relevant to your followers 3. Create Content: Write reviews, tutorials, or comparisons 4. Be Consistent: Regular promotion yields better results 5. Track What Works: Use analytics to optimize your strategy

Troubleshooting

Link Not Working

- Verify the link is correct - Check if the campaign is still active - Contact the product owner if issues persist

Commission Not Recorded

- Ensure the customer used your unique link or coupon - Check that the purchase was completed - Verify the campaign is active

Payout Issues

- Confirm your Stripe account is connected - Check for account restrictions in Stripe - Contact support if payouts are delayed

Getting Help

- Documentation: Check the product owner's documentation - Support: Contact the product owner's support team - LinkSense Support: Email support@linksense.ai for platform issues

Best Practices

- Always disclose affiliate relationships - Provide honest, valuable recommendations - Track your performance and optimize - Build trust with your audience - Follow all applicable laws and regulations