payments, handling returns and support. Some popular affiliate network companies include Clickbank, LinkShare, Commission Junction, and Share a Sale.
An Independent Affiliate Program is one that is handled by the company itself. They are in charge of every aspect of the sales, shipping, returns and payments. Companies like Amazon.com and Walmart have their own affiliate programs.
Companies vary in the amount of commission that they offer their affiliates. The percentage can range anywhere from about 4% to 75% depending on the store or product. Companies like Amazon start you out with a 4% commission rate and then increase this percentage based on your monthly sales. The more you sell the more you make.
Many first time affiliates are attracted to Clickbank because so many of the commission rates are between 50% – 75%. Clickbank is an