Affiliate Programs for Writers and Publishers

Networks and programs you can join to earn from the articles you publish.

Affiliate programs pay you a commission when readers buy through your links. Networks give you access to many brands with one account; direct programs are run by a single company. Read our guide to monetizing a content site first, and always disclose affiliate links.

  • Amazon Associates

    Earn a commission when readers buy through your Amazon links. Easy to start; rates vary by product category.

    Commission on qualifying purchases; rates differ by category. Check the current fee schedule before publishing numbers.

    Visit Amazon Associates
  • Awin

    A large affiliate network connecting publishers with thousands of brands in retail, travel, finance and more.

    Apply to individual advertiser programs inside the network; each sets its own terms.

    Visit Awin
  • CJ Affiliate

    Long-running affiliate network with many well-known retail, travel and software brands.

    Join the network, then apply to each advertiser.

    Visit CJ Affiliate
  • Impact.com

    A partnership platform used by many software and consumer brands to run their affiliate programs.

    Many SaaS programs are managed here; search the marketplace after signing up.

    Visit Impact.com
  • Rakuten Advertising

    Affiliate network with major retail and lifestyle brands.

    Approval is per advertiser.

    Visit Rakuten Advertising
  • PartnerStack

    A network focused on B2B software referral and affiliate programs, often with recurring commissions.

    Good fit for marketing, writing and business-software content.

    Visit PartnerStack
  • ClickBank

    Marketplace for digital products such as courses and e-books. Vet product quality before recommending.

    Commissions are set per product.

    Visit ClickBank
  • Semrush Affiliate Program

    Earn for referring new Semrush customers. A natural fit for SEO and marketing articles.

    Check the program page for current terms.

    Visit Semrush Affiliate Program
  • Hostinger Affiliate Program

    Web hosting referral program, a common fit for "start a blog" and WordPress content.

    Check the program page for current terms.

    Visit Hostinger Affiliate Program
  • Kit Partner Program

    Referral program for the Kit email platform, suited to creator and newsletter content.

    Check the program page for current terms.

    Visit Kit Partner Program

Terms and commission rates change often. Check each program’s current terms before you publish numbers.