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Affiliate Links Quick Start

Make money from your bot by adding affiliate links!

📹 CSV upload video tutorial coming soon! For now, follow the steps below.

What Are Affiliate Links?

Your bot recommends products mentioned in your content. When visitors ask about products, your bot shares relevant affiliate links.

Example:

User: "What protein powder do you use?"

Bot: "I mention Optimum Nutrition Whey in my post about workout supplements! [affiliate link]"

Two Ways to Add Links

Option 1: CSV Upload (Bulk)

Best for: Adding many links at once

Format: 3 columns (no header row)

Brand Name | Product Description | Affiliate URL

Example:

Nike | Nike Air Max 270 women's running shoes - cushioned, breathable, perfect for daily workouts | https://nike.pxf.io/abc123
Lululemon | Lululemon Align leggings - high-waisted, buttery soft, yoga pants | https://lululemon.pxf.io/xyz789

How to upload:

  1. Go to Affiliate Links page
  2. Click "Upload CSV"
  3. Choose "Add to existing" or "Replace all"
  4. Upload file
  5. Wait for validation

Option 2: Add Individually

Best for: Adding one link at a time

  1. Go to Affiliate Links page
  2. Click "Add Link"
  3. Fill out:
    • Brand name
    • Product description (detailed!)
    • Affiliate URL
  4. Click "Save"

Writing Great Descriptions

Your bot uses descriptions to match products to content. Be specific!

❌ Bad

"Nike shoes"

✅ Good

"Nike Air Max 270 women's running shoes with cushioned sole, perfect for daily workouts and gym sessions"

Include:

  • Product type (shoes, leggings, protein powder)
  • Brand and model name
  • Key features (cushioned, wireless, waterproof)
  • Who it's for (women, beginners, athletes)
  • Use case (workouts, travel, everyday)
Why Aren't My Links Showing Up? →

Tier Limits

  • Starter: 100 links
  • Pro: 1,000 links
  • Elite: 5,000 links

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Managing Links

  • View all: See all links in table format
  • Search: Find links by brand or keyword
  • Edit: Update descriptions or URLs
  • Delete: Remove links you don't promote anymore
  • Performance: See which links get recommended

FAQ

Q: Can I use links from different affiliate programs?

A: Yes! Amazon Associates, LTK, ShopMy, direct brand programs - all work.

Q: How does my bot know which link to recommend?

A: It matches your content to product descriptions using AI. Learn more

Q: Can I test my links?

A: Yes! Chat with your own bot and ask product questions.

Need Help?

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