User:Jiraph/draft/Referral Links

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A referral or affiliate link is a link to a store page that provides a kickback to the video creator. These might be displayed or spoken in the video, or included in the video description.

Types of link

Direct link

  • Links directly to the brand's website or store page. The link or code is created by the company.

Indirect link

  • Links to a generic marketplace, such as Amazon, where anyone can create an affiliate link.

Examples

Referral link providers

  • geni.us (GeniusLink) - used for tracking
  • narrativ - used to choose the best marketplace (Amazon, Bestbuy, Newegg)
  • kit.co (Owned by GeniusLink) - used for lists of products with affiliate links

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