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    Stopping User Consent from Eating Our Lunch at ASW25

      Last year, Steven Brown from Moonpull called me up to see if I would I be interested in participating in a panel discussion about consent and tracking at Affiliate Summit West. He went on to share that their business is witnessing a major tracking challenge in the affiliate industry due to consent management platforms.
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    MARCC LA 2025: Are We Really in a Post-Arbitrage Era?

      Last week was the second annual MARCC LA event put on by our friends over at Martech Record. MARCC, or Marketing, Content & Commerce, is a series of local events bringing industry leaders together to discuss what the future may hold for different aspects of the partnerships ecosystem. The theme of this event was
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    Beyond the Basics – The Other Side of Network Diversification

      When it comes to network diversification, you might think of vertical combinations such as gambling, gaming, and dating, or health, beauty, and retail. It’s true. This represents vertical diversification across different types of industries. However, there’s another, profitable layer that’s often overlooked – Operating in both transactional and service-based verticals to deliver affiliate traffic
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    Navigating 2024 Trends: Winning Strategies for Success

      To remain competitive in 2024, the companies that adapt and evolve within a changing economy and digital landscape will come out on top. We’re diving into two key trends influencing brands and networks and the marketing strategies they can leverage to stay one step ahead. Google has reversed its decision to eliminate third-party tracking
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    Unveiling CAKE Insights: Where Advanced Reporting Meets Powerful Visualizations

    At CAKE, we’re big believers that the value of data is undeniable. It can reveal insights, fuel decision-making, and deliver a competitive advantage. You probably agree. Yet, being able to put your data to work with reporting and visualizations has often proven to be easier said than done. That’s why we’re excited to introduce CAKE
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    Lead Monetization: The Art of Increasing Earnings from Your Leads

      Is simply selling leads enough? If you’re aiming to maximize your earnings, the straightforward answer is no. While selling leads certainly offers networks a proven strategy to expand their existing affiliate operations and earn more revenue, what if we told you that a lead’s value extends beyond the initial lead sale? With lead monetization,
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    Q&A: How to Deliver High-Quality Leads to Your Buyers

    There’s no doubt about it. Quality matters. This especially rings true when selling leads. In the lead distribution process, high-quality leads have a positive impact across the board — from fewer lead returns and increased revenue to strengthening buyer relationships and your credibility. Now, imagine the significant risks of selling subpar leads. This is a
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    Reveal Powerful Conversion Insights with Advertiser Sub IDs

    The best types of conversions are those that reveal the most data about the detailed actions surrounding a conversion event. Yet, collecting enough conversion information is a common issue performance marketers often come up against. This blindspot results in critical gaps in information required for identifying your affiliates’ impact on conversions and makes it difficult
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    We’ve Got You Covered: Privacy-Friendly Tracking With Chromium Client Hints

    In early February, a “privacy-forward” strategy will go live in Chromium — one of the world’s largest open-source web browser projects. This includes reducing user-identifiable information from the User-Agent string such as a user’s browser, device, and operating system. Fortunately, Chromium now also includes Client Hints, which enables developers to retrieve additional user information in
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    Data Privacy and Security – Are you Prepared? A Step-by-Step Guide

      If your answer isn’t a resounding yes, it’s time to develop and implement a data privacy and security strategy guaranteed to be effective. A well-executed strategy will safeguard consumer data, avoid fines, preserve brand integrity, and ultimately give you a competitive edge. This is especially true given that 37 percent of consumers have ended
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    Turbocharge Revenue and Partnerships With an Affiliate Referral Program

    Affiliate referral programs have proven to deliver. They boost revenue growth by expanding your target audience, unveiling new business opportunities, and building partnerships. You already partner with a core group of trusted affiliates who consistently drive reliable results. An affiliate referral program enables these existing affiliates to introduce other dependable affiliates to your affiliate program
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    Affiliate Marketing Revenue, Part 2: 5 Ways to Safeguard Revenue from Fraud

      Welcome to part two of our two-part series on affiliate marketing revenue. In part one we unveiled six proven strategies set to strengthen your affiliate programs’ success and revenue. Now, in part two we’ll share five best practices for protecting your revenue from fraudulent activities.   Five key fraud protection measures to leverage While
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    Affiliate Marketing Revenue, Part 1: 6 Proven Revenue Boosters

      In this two-part series, you’ll unlock six proven tips that are set to boost your affiliate marketing revenue, strengthen your affiliate program, and gain an effective approach to protect revenue from the devastating impact of affiliate fraud.   Six tips to skyrocket your affiliate marketing revenue As we hit the halfway mark of 2023,
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    Stepping Up Your Promo Code Game: The Power of the Right Affiliate Marketing Technology

    Promo codes are an essential component of a successful affiliate marketing strategy. They have the potential to boost profitability and average order values, as well as drive customer loyalty. Unfortunately, brands often fail to gain these benefits due to a lack of control of, and visibility into, their promo code usage and performance. This is
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    Affiliate Marketing Strategies to Leverage in 2023

    The affiliate channel’s measurable, pay-for-performance approach has historically offered one of the most resilient and adaptable channels available to brands. In 2023, this will continue to hold true. Here are two key digital marketing trends shaping today’s digital ecosystem and how affiliate marketing strategies can empower brands to stay one step ahead.  Brands are competing
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    Digital Marketing Statistics That Will Shape 2023

    Where is the state of digital advertising post-pandemic and in the midst of economic concerns? Digital advertising growth is slowing down from immediate post-pandemic years, but it is not decreasing dramatically. Instead, it is leveling off towards a more moderate pace. In 2021, the growth rate for U.S. digital ad spend reached 35 percent –
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    A Brand’s Guide to Boost Profit Margins with Affiliate Marketing in the Wake of Rising Digital Ad Prices

    Recent changes in digital media prices are making brands anxious about their marketing budgets and for good reason. The price of digital ads has increased 20-40 percent this year compared to 2021. Fortunately brands willing to adapt their affiliate marketing strategy to capture new ecommerce sales and re-engage existing customers are well-primed for success. Before
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    Ecommerce Affiliate Software Checklist – How to Select the Best Solution for the Job

    Finding the right software to manage an ecommerce affiliate program in-house that matches both budget requirements and business needs is an essential priority for brands. To reduce the workload and ensure brands have the insight to make the best software decision for their business, we’ve put together a helpful checklist. This can be leveraged to
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