Amazon Associates
Amazon Associates is an affiliate program that lets creators earn commission by linking to Amazon products and eligible programs.
It is designed for content creators, publishers, and bloggers who recommend products to an audience. Associates use Amazon-provided link-building tools to share product links across websites, apps, and supported social channels. Earnings are generated from qualifying purchases and, in some cases, qualifying customer actions tied to eligible programs.
Key offerings & solutions
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Link-building tools
Tools that generate trackable affiliate links so you can recommend Amazon products and eligible programs from your content.
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Commission income by category
A commission schedule that varies by product category and program type, defining how earnings are calculated for qualifying activity.
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Reporting and performance insights
Account reporting that helps you review traffic, conversion, and earnings performance for your affiliate content.
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Program policies and compliance guidance
Operating agreement and policy requirements that define what is allowed, how links may be used, and what disclosures are required.
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Onboarding and education resources
Help content and learning resources that cover setup steps, tools, and common workflow questions for new Associates.
Common questions
How does Amazon Associates work?
You publish content and share Amazon product links using Amazon-provided linking tools. When your audience clicks your links and completes qualifying purchases, you can earn commission income. Depending on the eligible program, you may also earn from certain qualifying customer actions. Earnings and eligibility vary by product and program.
What do I need to qualify and stay approved?
You typically need a qualifying website, mobile app, or other approved channel with original content. Amazon may review your application after you generate a minimum level of qualified activity, and it evaluates the sites you listed for compliance and customer experience. You must also follow the operating agreement and program policies.
How are commissions calculated and paid?
Commission income is determined by the commission schedule, which differs by product category and program. You earn from qualifying purchases and eligible programs driven by your tracked links. Payment timing is governed by the program’s payout process and is commonly issued after the earning period closes, subject to eligibility and compliance checks.
What disclosure is required when using affiliate links?
Amazon requires a clear, conspicuous disclosure indicating you may earn from qualifying purchases. The operating agreement also specifies a required statement that must appear on your site, and for social media it must be associated with your account in an appropriate way. You should also follow the platform’s disclosure and branded-content rules.
Recommended next step
Review the program requirements, commission schedule, and policy constraints, then validate that your content format and publishing channels can comply consistently before you apply.
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