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martech Intermediate 21 lessons

Affiliate Marketing Tech

Manage partner networks. Master tracking pixels, cookie windows, commission structures, and fraud prevention in affiliate programs.

Affiliate marketing is a pure performance channel. This course teaches the technical and operational side of running a program. You will learn how tracking pixels and cookies work (and how ITP affects them). Master setting up programs on networks like Impact or ShareASale. We cover defining commission structures, managing partner applications, and detecting affiliate fraud (cookie stuffing). Essential for brands wanting to scale revenue with low risk.

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⏱️ 5-Minute Lessons (Bite-sized learning)
🚀 21-Lesson Path (Independent modules)
📱 Mobile Friendly (Learn anywhere)
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Complete Course Syllabus

  • 1
    Tracking Mechanics
    Cookies, pixels, and server-to-server tracking.
  • 2
    Program Setup
    Defining terms, windows, and commission rates.
  • 3
    Recruitment
    Finding and activating publishers and creators.
  • 4
    Fraud Detection
    Spotting suspicious traffic and cookie stuffing.
  • 5
    Optimization
    Negotiating placements and tiered rewards.

Estimated completion time: 21 lessons • Self-paced learning • Lifetime access

Career Outlook

Estimated Salary
$80k - $120k

Career Paths

Affiliate Manager $80k-$125k
Partnership Lead $90k-$140k
Performance Marketer $85k-$130k

What You Will Learn

Configure affiliate tracking pixels and postbacks
Manage partner programs on platforms like Impact
Design competitive commission structures
Detect and prevent affiliate fraud (Cookie Stuffing)
Recruit and onboard high-value affiliate partners

Skills You Will Gain

Affiliate Tracking Partner Management Fraud Prevention Program Strategy Data Analysis

Who Is This For

Affiliate Managers
Growth Marketers
E-com Managers

Prerequisites

Marketing Basics

Affiliate Marketing Tech FAQs

Passive income?

This teaches *managing* programs for brands.

Scammy?

No, legit affiliate is a huge part of e-commerce.

Technical?

Yes, tracking setup requires some tech knowledge.

Network vs SaaS?

We cover both traditional networks and SaaS tools.

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