How Do You Judge an Affiliate Program Before Joining?

[ethancastillo]

Beyond the commission rate, what do you check first? I look at cookie length, refund levels, payout reliability, and whether the product genuinely fits the audience.

 

[hannah.w]

I start with product quality and audience fit, then verify payout history and the terms around attribution. A high commission is not useful if refunds are common, the dashboard is unclear, or the program can change rates without notice.