In this short blog post, I’m going to share with you how to get started with the Amazon affiliate program (also known as the Amazon associates program) as a Filipino marketer. I’m going to walk you through every step that you need to know, and also give you some tips and ideas on how to promote affiliate products.
Affiliate marketing is one of the best ways to earn money online. In fact, I have been earning hundreds of thousands (₱) doing affiliate marketing for almost 3 years now. Check out the video below, I’m just sharing it for you to know that I know and I’m credible to share with you about affiliate marketing.
I’m actually planning to launch an online course about how to make a living as a Filipino affiliate marketer. It should be available for everyone (with a very minimal fee) next quarter of this year 2023. If you’re interested, you can join my course waiting list by filling out your email below.
What is Amazon Affiliate Program?
The Amazon Affiliate Program, also known as Amazon Associates, is a program that allows website owners, bloggers, and content creators to earn a commission by promoting and selling Amazon products through special links on their websites. When a customer clicks on one of these links and makes a purchase, the website owner earns a commission on the sale. Amazon provides tools and resources to help affiliates promote and track their links.
Is Amazon Affiliate Program Available In The Philippines?
Yes, the Amazon affiliate program is available for Filipino affiliate marketers. You just need to set up a US bank account to receive your affiliate commissions and of course, the most important thing is the skills that you need to have as a marketer, important skills like search engine optimization, building a website, content creation, and other related marketing skills.
Amazon Affiliate Program Pros And Cons
Let’s talk about the Pros and Cons of the Amazon affiliate program. By understanding both the pros and cons, you can make a more informed decision about whether or not to join the program and how to best leverage it to achieve your goals. It can also help you to be prepared for any changes or obstacles that may arise during your participation in the program.
Amazon Affiliate Program Pros
- Wide Range Of Products: Amazon offers a wide range of products, including books, electronics, clothing, and more, making it easy to find products that match your website’s niche.
- High Conversion Rate: Amazon is a well-known and trusted brand, so visitors to your website are more likely to make a purchase.
- Easy To Use: The Amazon Affiliate Program is easy to join and use, with a simple and user-friendly interface.
- Commission: Amazon offers a commission on products sold through your affiliate links, which can provide a steady stream of income.
Amazon Affiliate Program Cons
- Massive Competition: The Amazon Affiliate program is very popular and there are a lot of affiliates trying to promote the same products which can make it harder to stand out.
- Low Commission Rate: The commission rate for the Amazon Affiliate Program is on the lower side compared to other affiliate programs.
- Short Cookie Duration: The cookie duration for the Amazon Affiliate Program is only 24 hours, which means if a visitor clicks on your affiliate link but doesn’t make a purchase within 24 hours, you won’t earn a commission on that sale.
- Limited Customization Options: The affiliate links and banners provided by Amazon are not highly customizable, which limits your ability to make them blend seamlessly with your website.
- Policy Changes: Amazon policies and commission rates are subject to change and can be unpredictable, which can affect your income.
Amazon Affiliate Program Requirements
The Amazon affiliate program is actually not strict in terms of its requirements. Unlike other programs that will require social media accounts, websites, etc. Amazon just needs you to make 3 successful sales within 180 days after you join the program and you’ll be on your way. You can just use your Facebook page, your website/blog, or your YouTube channel as your potential source of traffic during the application.
But as a Filipino, you also need to have a US bank account for your to be able to receive your commissions from Amazon. But the good news is, you can easily do that using Payoneer. You will also be required to have Tax information (W8-BEN) on file with them as well as abide by the terms of service agreements, promoting policies, and other guidelines provided by Amazon.
How To Join Amazon Affiliate Program
Here’s how to join the Amazon affiliate program as a Filipino marketer, just follow these steps below:
- Go to the Amazon Associates website (https://affiliate-program.amazon.com/) and click the “Join Now” button.
- Sign in to your Amazon account or create a new one if you don’t have one already.
- Fill out the registration form with your personal and website information. Be sure to provide accurate information, as Amazon will use this information to contact you and pay you commissions.
- Read and accept the Operating Agreement. This outlines the terms and conditions of the program and includes information on commission rates, advertising guidelines, and other important details.
- Provide tax information. This is required to comply with tax laws.
- Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive an email confirming your acceptance into the program.
- Once you are approved, you can start using affiliate links and banners to promote Amazon products on your website or YouTube channel.
- Keep in mind, Amazon policies and commission rates are subject to change and you need to keep an eye out for any updates and abide by them.
It can take a few days for Amazon to review your application. If you are rejected, Amazon will usually provide feedback on why your application was not approved.
Amazon Affiliate Program Commission Rates
Commission rates for the Amazon Affiliate Program vary depending on the category of products and the type of referral. It is important to note that these rates are subject to change and can vary based on different factors such as the season, sale, or promotions. Amazon also offers a variable rate for certain items based on their referral rate. Please refer below for more details:
Product Category | Rates |
|---|---|
| Luxury Beauty, Amazon Coins | 10.00% |
| Digital Music, Physical Music, Handmade, Digital Videos | 5.00% |
| Physical Books, Kitchen, Automotive | 4.50% |
| Amazon Fire Tablet Devices, Amazon Kindle Devices, Amazon Fashion Women’s, Men’s & Kids Private Label, Apparel, Amazon Cloud Cam Devices, Fire TV Edition Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV Devices, Amazon Echo Devices, Ring Devices, Watches, Jewelry, Luggage, Shoes, and Handbags & Accessories | 4.00% |
| Toys, Furniture, Home, Home Improvement, Lawn & Garden, Pets Products, Pantry, Headphones, Beauty, Musical Instruments, Business & Industrial Supplies, Outdoors, Tools, Sports, Baby Products | 3.00% |
| PC, PC Components, DVD & Blu-Ray | 2.50% |
| Televisions, Digital Video Games | 2.00% |
| Amazon Fresh, Physical Video Games & Video Game Consoles, Grocery, Health & Personal Care | 1.00% |
| Gift Cards; Wireless Service Plans; Alcoholic Beverages; Digital Kindle Products purchased as a subscription; Food prepared and delivered from a restaurant; Amazon Appstore, Prime Now, Amazon Pay Places, or Prime Wardrobe Purchases | 0.00% |
| All Other Categories | 4.00% |
Best Ways To Promote Amazon Affiliate Products
Personally, I use my website and YouTube channel to promote affiliate offers. You can easily create a website using WordPress, or create product videos and upload it to YouTube for free. Below are several ways how you can promote Amazon affiliate products:
- Product Reviews: Write detailed reviews of the products you are promoting, highlighting the features and benefits. Use your affiliate link within the review to make it easy for readers to purchase the product.
- Product Comparisons: Compare different products in the same category and explain the pros and cons of each one. This can help your visitors make a more informed decision about which product to purchase.
- Product Lists: Create a list of products that align with your niche and explain why they are worth buying. This can be a great way to highlight a variety of products and show your visitors the best options available.
- Product Roundups: Create a roundup of products related to a specific topic or theme, such as “gift ideas for Father’s Day” or “must-have kitchen gadgets.”
- Product Tutorials: Create videos or written tutorials on how to use the products you’re promoting. This can help your visitors envision themselves using the product and increase the likelihood of them making a purchase.
- Influencer Marketing: Reach out to influencers in your niche and ask them to feature the products you are promoting on their social media channels or website.
- Bundle Deals: Create bundle deals with multiple products and promote them together. This can help increase the average order value and increase your commission.
- Promotions: Run promotions or offer discounts on the products you are promoting. This can help increase sales and entice visitors to make a purchase.
Conclusion And Suggestion
There’s too much competition promoting Amazon Affiliate Products. I would definitely not suggest this to you guys especially if you’re just getting started with affiliate marketing. Only join the Amazon affiliate program if you know how to build a website, search engine optimization, and other marketing skills that will give you a chance to compete in the market.
If you want to promote products like what Amazon has, try to join Involve Asia instead. You will be able to promote any products that Shopee and Lazada have on their website and app. You can simply create TikTok videos or YouTube videos using our native language.
arlyn
Hi, how to add payment method as PH currency or need b ng US bank account. Thanks
Maria Josephine Ventigan
Thanks for this information. I was thinking of doing affiliate marketing and searching for Amazon PH. I’ll check the given link to know more about it. Is it easy to apply for Payoneer? If I have a sister in the US can I use her bank account for the commission? Thanks, Yhong. 🙂