Trackli
Comparison

Trackli vs ShareASale

ShareASale is a legacy affiliate network that was merged into Awin. It historically connected merchants with a large pool of affiliate publishers through a marketplace model, but current advertiser terms should be evaluated through Awin rather than as a standalone ShareASale product. Compare Trackli against Awin.

Free plan: Trackli / ShareASale
5-min setup: Trackli
ShareASale operated as a network with its own payment processing until Awin closed it in 2025; advertisers now run on Awin (from $49/mo + 3.5% per transaction). It doesn't integrate with external payment processors like Stripe or Paddle — everything goes through the ShareASale network infrastructure.

What is ShareASale?

Best suited for

Ecommerce merchants already migrated to Awin who want a network-managed publisher pool

May not be right for

SaaS companies, subscription businesses, startups on a budget, or anyone who wants to own and control their affiliate relationships directly.

Where ShareASale shines

  • Its publisher base now lives on Awin — a large pool, but reached only through Awin's network fee
  • Over two decades of operational experience since 2000, providing stable and proven infrastructure
  • Access to diverse publisher types including content sites, coupon aggregators, and comparison platforms

Where startups struggle with ShareASale

  • You don't own the affiliate relationships — they're mediated through the network with limited direct control
  • Its standalone product and pricing are legacy information because the platform has been merged into Awin
  • Designed entirely for ecommerce product sales with no support for SaaS subscription or recurring revenue models

The Trackli approach

You own your affiliate program — no middleman, no network fees
Purpose-built for SaaS with subscription and recurring revenue tracking
Full control over branding, commissions, and affiliate relationships
Start with direct affiliate tracking without a network middleman

Feature-by-feature: Trackli vs ShareASale

FeatureShareASaleTrackli
Setup timeApplication process (days)Under 5 minutes
PricingMerged into Awin; see current termsFree tier available
Free tierNo standalone planYes
Stripe supportNot supportedNative
Multi-gateway supportNetwork payment processingStripe, Paddle, and more
Recurring commissionsNot designed for recurringFully automatic
Real-time trackingNetwork delaysInstant
Affiliate portalNetwork marketplaceBranded affiliate portal
API accessNetwork APIConversion ingestion API
Custom commissionsNetwork-managedFlat or percentage rate
Auto-scaling/limitsNetwork-managedFixed monthly plans

How Trackli tracks affiliate conversions

Affiliateshares ref linkVisitor Clickstracked by TrackliCustomer Paysvia your processorCommissionauto-calculatedby TrackliWebhook eventHow Trackli Tracks Affiliates90-day first-party cookie · Webhook-based conversion recording · Native Stripe integration

Setup & time-to-value comparison

Trackli Setup

1
Sign up1 min

Create your free Trackli account with just an email address. No credit card required, no sales calls, no waiting for approval.

2
Connect payment processor2 min

Configure a webhook in your payment processor dashboard. Trackli records conversions automatically when payments succeed.

3
Create first affiliate1 min

Add your first affiliate partner and configure their commission structure. Choose percentage-based or flat-rate commissions.

4
Share referral links1 min

Generate unique referral links and share them with your affiliates. They can start driving traffic immediately through your branded portal.

ShareASale Setup

1
Review Awin transition1-2 days

Review Awin's current advertiser terms and determine how the legacy ShareASale program is handled.

2
Account and program review1-2 hours

Confirm your existing merchant account, program terms, creative assets, and publisher relationships under Awin.

3
Tracking implementation30 min

Review or update the network tracking tags and conversion configuration for the Awin platform.

4
Program managementOngoing

Manage commissions, creative assets, and publisher applications through the current Awin network experience.

Pricing & value

ShareASale is a legacy network that has been merged into Awin, so older standalone pricing and deposit claims are no longer current. The network model means you pay for marketplace access rather than owning a tool. Trackli is free to start, charges no network fees, and gives you complete ownership of your affiliate program and data.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current status of ShareASale?
ShareASale is a legacy affiliate network that has been merged into Awin. It should not be evaluated using older standalone pricing or deposit claims; current network terms belong with Awin. SaaS companies should use a purpose-built tool like Trackli for subscription tracking.
Should I research ShareASale or Awin for a new affiliate program?
For a new program, research Awin's current advertiser offering because ShareASale is a legacy product that has been merged into Awin. If you want to own the program directly instead of joining a network, Trackli lets you track commissions and pay affiliates however you choose.
Do I own my affiliate relationships on ShareASale?
No — your affiliates are part of the ShareASale network. If you leave ShareASale, those relationships don't come with you. Trackli gives you direct ownership of all affiliate data, relationships, and referral history that you can export anytime.
How does ShareASale's network model compare to Trackli's direct model?
ShareASale acts as a middleman between you and your affiliates, taking fees for facilitating the relationship. Trackli gives you a direct, fee-free connection to your affiliates with full control over branding, commissions, and communication.
Can I use the legacy ShareASale network alongside Trackli?
Existing network relationships may be managed through Awin, but ShareASale should not be treated as a separate new platform. You can run a direct Trackli program alongside a network account when you want both marketplace reach and ownership of higher-value affiliate relationships.
Can I still join ShareASale?
No. Awin announced in March 2025 that all ShareASale advertisers and publishers would move to Awin and the ShareASale platform would close by the end of 2025. If you're evaluating a network today, compare Trackli against Awin: /compare/awin.

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Start with Trackli

Set up in about 5 minutes and invite your affiliates by email. Start free — no credit card required.