Ecommerce

Ecommerce affiliate programs let you earn from the platforms and tools that online sellers use every day. This includes marketplace platforms like Shopify and BigCommerce, payment processors, dropshipping suppliers, and ecommerce plugins.

Commission structures vary depending on what you're promoting. Platform affiliates (like Shopify's program) typically pay a bounty per new merchant sign-up, sometimes $150+ for paid plan conversions. Smaller tools and plugins tend to offer 20-30% recurring commissions.

The ecommerce space also includes retail affiliate programs from major brands like Amazon Associates, Walmart, Target, and others. These usually pay lower percentages (1-10%) but convert well because people already trust these brands.

If you're creating content around online business, dropshipping, or ecommerce tutorials, the platform and tool programs tend to pay much better than retail programs. The audience is different too: you're targeting business owners rather than consumers.