As a Shopify Affiliate, we want to make sure that you’re fully geared up and ready to share Shopify with your merchant audience! This comprehensive guide will teach you how to do just that.
How Do I Refer Merchants to Shopify?
Always include your affiliate link when talking about Shopify to your audience.
When someone clicks on your Shopify affiliate link, we can attribute that action back to your efforts. When your referral signs up for a free trial, and then purchases a full-priced plan, you get rewarded!
You can find your referral link by logging into your Impact account, and you’ll see the “Create and Share Link” module on your Dashboard. If you need a more customized link, simply follow the steps outlined here.
How Can I Recommend Shopify To My Audience?
Sharing Shopify with your audience is simple:
- Highlight Shopify’s key features: Check out our Shopify 101 article created specifically for affiliates that covers everything you need to know about Shopify products, pricing, and why it’s the best all-in-one solution for entrepreneurs.
- Promote Shopify’s free trial: Let your audience know that Shopify offers a free trial. This free trial allows merchants to test the platform and functionality before choosing a plan. Be sure to always mention this when recommending Shopify to increase your referral volume.
- Showcase Shopify success stories: Share inspiring examples of entrepreneurs that have grown on Shopify. If you’ve experienced success using Shopify yourself, share your story and build trust while motivating your audience, and increasing your commission!
Who Can Benefit From Shopify?
- Shopify is the all-in-one solution for entrepreneurs looking to launch, grow and scale their businesses (including established businesses looking for a new commerce platform!)
- Shopify supports merchants who want to sell online and in-person.
- Shopify allows merchants to sell across multiple sales channels from one main Shopify website.
- With its user-friendly interface, comprehensive e-commerce tools, and valuable resources, Shopify can help entrepreneurs with minimal technical expertise to create, customize, and scale their store.
Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s dig into some best practices to set you up for success!
Best Practices When Sharing Shopify
Produce original content highlighting why Shopify is the best solution for your audience.
Stand out as an affiliate by creating original content when sharing Shopify! Authentic and unique content resonates more with audiences and builds trust along the way. Share your personal insights to make your Shopify content more impactful and engaging.
Leverage creative assets found in your Impact account to help you share Shopify.
Your Impact account is your one-stop-shop for all things relating to your Shopify affiliate partnership. Here is a link to your Impact content folder where you’ll find high-converting Shopify ad banners and text links that you can use across your website, blog, social channels, newsletters, and ad placements. If you don’t see what you need, you can always create a custom link with a specific landing page, or email us with your request at affiliates@shopify.com.
Use articles from Shopify's blog to find new information that helps inspire your content.
Shopify’s blog is a valuable resource, filled with insights from commerce experts. If you’re looking for inspiration for your next piece of Shopify content, explore our blog for tips, industry trends, and success stories.
Actively share Shopify on your social channels, blogs, and any other way you communicate with your audience.
Maximize your earnings and keep your audience engaged by actively sharing your Shopify affiliate link on a regular basis. The more you promote, the more opportunities you create to earn commission and keep your audience engaged.
Ensure the information you share in your Shopify content is factual, and that you are compliant with the current Affiliate Program Terms.
If you’re unsure about the Shopify content you’re creating, simply reach out to our support team at affiliates@shopify.com. We’re here to help you share Shopify every step of the way.
Take advantage of the information housed in the Affiliate Resource Library to maximize your optimizations while promoting Shopify.
The Shopify Affiliate Resource library is packed with helpful tips to get you started, grow and scale as a Shopify Affiliate. Learn more about our affiliate commission structure, Impact reporting, FAQs, and much more—explore it here!