With Awin, you can form brand partnerships and earn commissions for every sale or lead generated through your unique affiliate links or codes. This guide walks you through how to get started as an Awin influencer.
Step 1: Create an account
Complete Awin's Influencer sign-up form using your Instagram account. For more information, see Can I sign up to Awin using my Instagram Account?
Step 2: Complete your profile
Once you've joined, provide contact details and information about your social media channels. Log in to the Awin platform and go to Account > Overview. A complete and accurate profile is important for gaining advertiser approval. Use Awin's built-in AI profile description generator for optimal results. For detailed instructions, see How do I complete my profile?
Step 3: Find and join advertiser programmes
The Awin platform features over 30,000 advertisers in searchable categories, making it easy to find and join relevant programmes. Review programme terms to learn about potential earnings per sale or lead.
Choose programmes that align with your niche and audience for better engagement and higher chances of approval. To contact an advertiser about your application status, see How can I contact an advertiser?
Note: There is no minimum or maximum number of programmes you can join.
Step 4: Create affiliate links or codes
Once approved, create unique tracking links using Awin's Link Builder tool. Many advertisers also provide exclusive voucher codes along with other promotional options. For more, see What kinds of promotional methods are available?
Consider downloading the Awin for Publishers app, designed for quick and easy affiliate link creation. To learn more about the app, see How to use the Awin for Publishers app.
Step 5: Include affiliate links in your posts
You can share affiliate links by incorporating them into your content:
Step 6: Set up your payment preferences
Awin has a minimum payment threshold. As your affiliate links generate sales or leads, you'll earn commissions. Payment methods include wire transfers and bank transfers, available monthly or bi-monthly. Select your preferred method and frequency in Account → Payment Details in the Awin platform. For more, see How do I update my payment details?
Step 7: Use tracking tools to analyse and optimise
Regularly review your performance metrics using Awin's reporting tools. Analyse which content and promotional methods drive the most traffic and conversions. Use this data to refine your strategies. To learn how to track your performance, see Performance Over Time Report
Step 8: Maintain transparency and compliance
It’s important to disclose your affiliate relationships wherever you post affiliate content. This transparency builds trust and ensures compliance with legal requirements. For more on adding disclaimers, see What are the guidelines for ads on social media?
