FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ covers how AffiliationList works, how programs are submitted and approved, and how we keep listings accurate.

If you have questions not covered here, please contact us.

What is AffiliationList?

AffiliationList is a reviewed directory of affiliate programs. It is not an affiliate network and does not process commissions or payouts from listed programs to creators.

Programs can be browsed by category and compared using key terms such as commission rate, cookie duration, and payout details. Premium is a one-time digital product: a Premium listing with directory placement features.

Who is AffiliationList for?

AffiliationList is useful for creators and marketers looking for products to promote, and for founders and developers who want to list an affiliate program and reach new partners.

How are programs added to AffiliationList?

Programs are submitted by the community (founders, developers, and users).

Before a listing goes live, submissions are checked to ensure they fit the directory and include clear, consistent details.

More details on submission guidelines can be found on the Terms page.

Are programs added manually?

Most listings are submitted by the community.

Some programs have also been added manually to help build the directory.

Program owners can claim a listing. See “How can a listing be claimed?” below, or the Terms page.

How can a listing be claimed?

A claim requires a logged-in account and an explanation of ownership. Extra proof may be requested by email.

A false or abusive claim can be refused and the account may be banned. Details are on the Terms page.

How is the information verified?

Submitted details are reviewed and, when possible, compared with the official program page.

Affiliate terms can change, so the provider’s website should always be checked before promoting a program.

How often is the directory updated?

New programs can be added at any time.

Existing listings are updated when changes are submitted or when issues are reported.

Outdated or incorrect info: how can an update be requested?

An update request can be sent with the listing URL, the corrected details, and a source link (ideally the official program page).

Submitted updates are checked before being applied.

Can an affiliate program be submitted?

Yes. If an affiliate program exists, it can be submitted for review.

If it fits the directory and includes the required details, it will be published.

A listing can be refused or removed for quality or guideline reasons. See the Terms page.

Is submitting a program free?

Listing a program is free: it appears in the directory and search, with a nofollow link, after manual review.

Premium adds 2 dofollow backlinks (your website and affiliate program page), a faster review, and priority updates. Premium is $0 until 200 programs are listed, then $9 (200-299), $19 (300-499), and $29 (500+). The price is locked in once paid.

See the pricing page for the current offer.

What kinds of programs are not accepted?

Common refusals include adult content, gambling, MLM, crypto products, crypto payouts (USDT, USDC, or similar), trading or forex, and local-only or offline offers.

The full list is on the Terms page.

Can a Premium payment be refunded?

If Premium is paid and the listing is then rejected because it does not meet the guidelines, the payment may be refunded. A request before the listing is published, or shortly after payment if it was not delivered, may also be granted.

Once a Premium listing has been live, unused time or a change of mind is not enough. A later removal for quality or guideline reasons does not guarantee a refund.

If a Premium payment is refunded, Premium is revoked. Dofollow links are removed or changed to nofollow. The listing may be unpublished or kept as a free nofollow listing.

Refunds for Creem-processed Premium payments are handled through Creem. Use the contact page. Do not open a chargeback. The full policy is on the Refund policy page.

What happens if there is a chargeback?

A chargeback, payment dispute, or reversed Premium payment is treated as abuse. The account is banned. Related listings are removed. Premium is revoked.

If there is a problem with a payment, use the contact page. Do not open a chargeback. See the Terms page.

Are affiliate links used on AffiliationList?

AffiliationList does not take a cut of affiliate conversions. Links on listing pages go to the program’s own site or affiliate page.

Premium is a one-time listing fee. Featured placement and sponsored banners are not for sale yet. Any future promoted placement will be clearly labeled.

Can a listing be promoted or featured?

There is no Featured placement at the moment. Top placement is not for sale yet.

Premium is a one-time payment. It adds 2 dofollow backlinks, a faster review, and priority updates. Current price is on the pricing page.

For other promotion or partnership requests, contact @anthovdo on X.

Does being listed guarantee approvals or sales?

No. Listing a program does not guarantee affiliate approval, traffic, sales, or search rankings.

Paying for Premium does not skip review and does not guarantee that the listing is approved.

See the Terms page for important notes and guidelines.

What makes a good affiliate program?

Start with the basics: commission rate, cookie duration, payout frequency, and minimum payout threshold.

Then review restrictions (ads, coupons, email), refund rules, and whether the product matches the audience.

New to affiliate marketing: where to start?

Start with a niche that is already being written about, pick 1-3 programs with clear terms, and create useful content (tutorials, comparisons, use cases).

Adjust based on what converts and what the audience responds to.

Where can listing terms and guidelines be found?

Listing terms and submission guidelines are available on the Terms page.

It covers what can be listed, what may be rejected, and other important notes.

Is there a newsletter?

Yes. The newsletter page can be used to subscribe to new programs, articles, and product updates.

Frequency, categories, and update types can be chosen on signup and changed later from the link in each email.

How to contact AffiliationList?

Use the contact form, or send a message on X: @anthovdo

More about who built this and how review works is on the About page.

When reporting an issue, include:

  • The listing URL
  • What should be updated
  • A source link (official page if possible)