Reply To: Breaking down confusing concepts in affiliate marketing
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There is a whirlwind of information when it comes to affiliate marketing. Getting confused about the wide range of terminologies is easily possible. For instance, you might be confused about the difference between an in-house and affiliate network. The in-house program is where everything is done within the partner program. For example, Amazon has its affiliate program.
On the other hand, affiliate networks promote affiliate offers and programs to affiliate marketers. Some people are also fuzzy on how to get costs per action and cost per click. Cost per action means your commission is largely based on the action the affiliate program wants you to achieve. An action can be defined as a form of conversion. It is also referred to as cost per lead or sale. Cost per click is where the amount of clicks on the link determines what you will be paid. You earn your money through a commission which is the amount paid when an action is complete.