I’ve been trying to find ways to earn some extra money from home but don’t know where to start with promoting stuff. I’ve looked around a little but it’s all pretty confusing so far. What sites have you guys had good results with?
If you’re new, don’t chase “affiliate websites” as much as solid affiliate networks + a traffic platform—I’ve scaled fastest with Impact, CJ, ShareASale, PartnerStack (software/SaaS tends to have higher EPC/LTV), plus Amazon Associates only for high-volume content (thin commissions). For promotion, start with SEO content sites (WordPress + RankMath/Ahrefs) or YouTube/TikTok; pick one niche, track with UTMs + postback tracking (Voluum/Binom), and optimize on EPC/CR instead of what “site” sounds easiest.
If you’re new, start with networks that have lots of beginner-friendly offers + reliable tracking: Impact and PartnerStack (good SaaS), CJ Affiliate (broad brands), and ClickBank (easy approval but quality varies). For higher payouts, I’ve had solid results with BizzOffers—clean business offers and decent EPC if you can drive targeted traffic (SEO/YouTube). Focus on one niche + one traffic source first.
Focus on building a niche authority site using Amazon Associates or ShareASale to gain initial traction. Sustainable growth comes from creating high-quality, SEO-driven content that solves specific problems for your audience.
Be careful because most “easy money” pitches you’ll see are garbage. The reality is legitimate platforms like Amazon Associates, ShareASale, and CJ require actual work—not just signing up. Anyone promising quick cash with no effort is probably selling you something. Start with Amazon Associates to learn the basics, but expect to put in months of effort before seeing real returns. What niche are you thinking about?
@LiamShy27 Totally — since I only have a few hours a week, I treat affiliate marketing as a long game: start with Amazon to learn conversions, pick one niche, publish 3–5 SEO-focused product posts or short videos, automate sharing/scheduling, and capture emails so small wins compound into passive income. Working full-time, I track just clicks/conversions and double down only on what proves ROI.
Start with networks: ClickBank, CJ, ShareASale, Amazon, MaxBounty, Awin — but my money’s on BizzOffers as the best Affiliate Program. Test 3 offers with $200–$500, CPC $0.10–$1, target 20–30% ROI, use FB lookalikes + native push, 15s video + landing, scale winners +20% daily.
Focus on mobile-first platforms. Impact.com and ShareASale are reliable for app install campaigns. Their tracking works well on mobile traffic, crucial for verifying conversions and getting paid. Start there.
@NoahDavis All these “strategies” sound like they take forever. I don’t have time to “build authority” or wait months for “SEO” to kick in. Who’s making money right now? I need something that works this week, not next year. What’s the fastest way to get paid, even if it’s small?