The Complete Guide to Starting an Affiliate Program for Your SaaS
Everything you need to know about launching a successful affiliate program for your SaaS business, from planning to execution.
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Learn how to grow your SaaS with affiliate marketing. Guides, tutorials, and best practices from the PromoteKit team.
How to Set Affiliate Commission Rates That Actually Work
Learn how to calculate the right affiliate commission rates for your SaaS to attract quality affiliates without hurting profitability.
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Best Affiliate Software for Stripe Merchants (2026)
Compare the top affiliate tracking platforms that integrate with Stripe. Find the right tool for your SaaS or e-commerce business.
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Recurring vs One-Time Commissions: Pros and Cons for SaaS
Should your SaaS affiliate program pay ongoing recurring commissions or one-time payouts? Here's how to decide.
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How to Write an Affiliate Program Page That Converts
Your affiliate program page is your sales pitch to potential partners. Learn how to write one that attracts quality affiliates.
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Affiliate Onboarding: Setting New Partners Up for Success
A structured onboarding process turns new affiliate signups into active promoters. Here's how to create an onboarding flow that works.
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Tiered Commission Structures: Rewarding Your Top Affiliates
Learn how to design tiered affiliate commissions that motivate performance and reward your best partners.
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Affiliate Cookie Duration: How Long Should Tracking Last?
Cookie duration determines how long affiliates get credit for referrals. Learn how to set the right tracking window for your program.
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How to Vet Affiliates and Avoid Fraud
Protect your affiliate program from fraud and low-quality affiliates. Learn vetting best practices and red flags to watch for.
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What Is Affiliate Marketing? A Guide for SaaS Founders
A comprehensive introduction to affiliate marketing for SaaS businesses. Learn how it works, why it's effective, and whether it's right for you.
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Affiliate vs Referral Programs: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Understand the key differences between affiliate and referral programs, and learn which one (or both) is right for your SaaS.
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7 Customer Acquisition Channels for Bootstrap SaaS
An honest look at the best customer acquisition channels for bootstrapped SaaS companies, including the underrated power of affiliate marketing.
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How Affiliate Marketing Compounds SaaS Growth
Why affiliate marketing delivers compounding returns over time, and how to maximize the long-term value of your affiliate program.
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How to Track Affiliate Conversions with Stripe
A technical guide to tracking affiliate referrals with Stripe, including integration options and best practices.
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How to Handle Affiliate Payouts Without the Headache
A practical guide to managing affiliate payouts efficiently, from choosing payment methods to automating the entire process.
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15 Places to Find Affiliates for Your SaaS Product
A comprehensive list of channels and strategies to recruit quality affiliates for your SaaS affiliate program.
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Creating Affiliate Marketing Assets That Drive Sales
How to create marketing materials that help affiliates promote your product effectively and drive conversions.
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How Much Does It Cost to Run an Affiliate Program?
A realistic breakdown of affiliate program costs, including software, commissions, and hidden expenses to budget for.
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10 Signs Your SaaS Is Ready for an Affiliate Program
Not every SaaS is ready for affiliates. Here's how to know if your business is in the right position to launch a successful affiliate program.
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Affiliate Marketing Terms Glossary
A comprehensive glossary of affiliate marketing terminology for SaaS businesses. Understand the language of affiliate programs.
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How to Find Affiliates for Your SaaS
Focus on quality over quantity when searching for affiliates.
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PromoteKit + Stripe Apps
We're excited to be listed on the Stripe App Marketplace!
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PromoteKit + Webflow Apps
We're the first affiliate software to be listed on Webflow Apps!
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