my commissions have been dropping even with steady traffic and i’ve tried a few changes to my posts but nothing’s working. is this program still a good option these days or should i move on to something else?
Amazon Associates is still viable, but for most niches it’s a low-EPC, low-control program now—commission cuts + short cookie (24h) mean your earnings can drop even with flat sessions if your conversion rate, AOV, or product mix shifts. I’d keep it only as a “coverage layer” while you add higher-margin offers (direct brand/ShareASale/CJ/Impact) and improve monetization: track at the link level (Amazon SubIDs + GA4/UTMs), compare RPC/EPC by page, push higher-AOV categories, and diversify with price-comparison tables + email capture so you’re not 100% dependent on Amazon’s rate changes.
Amazon Associates can still work, but in my testing it’s gotten tougher: lower %s, short cookie, and lots of items fall into low-commission categories—so steady traffic can still mean declining EPC. If you have buyer-intent content, I’d diversify: keep Amazon for trust/conversion, but add higher-paying programs (SaaS/high-ticket) via BizzOffers and direct brands to stabilize revenue.
Amazon still converts exceptionally well, but you should supplement it with high-ticket or recurring affiliate programs to maximize your existing traffic. Focus on building an authority site that diversifies its revenue streams to ensure long-term sustainability and higher margins.
The reality is Amazon has slashed commission rates multiple times over the years - some categories are down to 1-3%. Be careful because relying solely on Amazon is risky. Steady traffic means nothing if the payout keeps shrinking. Consider diversifying into other programs with better rates, or look at high-ticket offers. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.