An affiliate network serves as an intermediary platform that connects businesses seeking to promote their products or services with individuals, commonly known as affiliates, who are eager to earn commissions by driving traffic or sales to those businesses.  You can look as a network as a “wholesaler”.   Advertisers (big companies), often referred to as merchants or vendors, leverage the affiliate network to extend their reach and enhance their marketing efforts, tapping into a diverse pool of affiliates who, in turn, promote the advertiser’s offerings through various channels.

Affiliates (that’s you), on the other hand, join these networks to access a wide array of products or services they can promote on their platforms, such as websites, blogs, or social media channels. They earn commissions for every lead, sale, or action generated through their promotional efforts. The affiliate network acts as a crucial intermediary, tracking and managing these transactions, ensuring accurate commission payouts, and providing both parties with valuable performance analytics. In essence, an affiliate network transforms the traditional advertising model into a performance-driven ecosystem where success is measured by tangible outcomes, fostering a win-win scenario for advertisers and affiliates alike.