AffiliateWP Documentation

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Affiliate coupon tracking

Affiliate coupon tracking allows you to assign specific coupon codes to affiliate accounts, making it easy to credit affiliates for sales even if a referral URL is not used. When a customer redeems a coupon linked to an affiliate, the affiliate is automatically awarded a referral, just as if the purchase were made through their referral URL.

This feature is especially useful for affiliates who prefer promoting discounts over sharing links.

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How Does Affiliate Coupon Tracking Work?

When a coupon code is connected to an affiliate account:

  • Tracking: Any time the coupon is redeemed, AffiliateWP awards a referral to the linked affiliate.
  • No Need for Referral URLs: Customers don’t need to use a referral link for the affiliate to earn commission — the coupon itself acts as the tracking mechanism.
  • Seamless Integration: Affiliates can promote your products or services by advertising coupon codes on websites, social media platforms, or other channels.

Supported Integrations

Affiliate coupon tracking is supported on the following eCommerce and membership platforms:

Populating Coupons in the Affiliate Area

Affiliates using the following integrations will also see a Coupons tab or section in their Affiliate Area, providing easy access to the coupon codes assigned to their account:

  • WooCommerce
  • Easy Digital Downloads
  • MemberPress

Affiliate coupon tracking allows you to connect coupon codes to specific affiliate accounts. Anytime the coupon is redeemed, the connected affiliate is awarded a referral, exactly as though the customer had used a referral URL.

Best Practices for Using Affiliate Coupons

  • Share clear instructions with affiliates on how they can use and promote their assigned coupon codes to maximize referrals.
  • Use AffiliateWP’s reporting tools to track which coupons are generating the most referrals and adjust your strategies accordingly.

Affiliates can use both referral links and coupons to promote your products, giving them flexibility in their marketing efforts.

That’s it! Affiliate coupon tracking simplifies the referral process by allowing affiliates to earn commission directly through coupon redemptions. This approach not only incentivizes affiliates but also provides customers with attractive discounts, making it a win-win for everyone. Be sure to check the integration documentation for your platform to get started with coupon tracking.