Trackli
Use Case|Micro-SaaS

Affiliate Tracking for Micro-SaaS Founders

Micro-SaaS products thrive on word-of-mouth and niche communities. Trackli gives solo founders and small teams an affordable affiliate program that doesn't require enterprise budgets or complex technical integration — set it up in an afternoon and start growing.

How to Set Up Micro-SaaS Affiliate Tracking

Get up and running in minutes with these simple steps.

1

Quick Connect Your Payment System

Whether you use Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, or Paddle, connect in under 5 minutes. Trackli auto-configures webhooks for your specific setup.

2

Choose a Simple Commission Model

Start with a straightforward 20-30% recurring commission. You can always add complexity later, but simplicity attracts more affiliates initially.

3

Set Up a Minimal Affiliate Page

Create a /partners or /affiliates page on your site. Embed Trackli's signup widget and describe your commission structure in plain language.

4

Invite Your First Affiliates

Start with your existing users, beta testers, and indie hacker community connections. Personal invitations convert better than open programs at the micro-SaaS stage.

5

Automate Everything

Configure automatic affiliate approval, cookie-based tracking, and scheduled payouts. Spend zero ongoing time managing the program.

How It Works

From referral link to commission payout — fully automated with Micro-SaaS.

Affiliate tracking flow diagram for Micro-SaaS

Trackli vs Traditional Affiliate Tracking

See how Trackli compares to manual or legacy affiliate solutions.

FeatureTrackliTraditional
Setup Complexity5-minute guided setup for solo foundersEnterprise-grade setup requiring dev team involvement
Pricing for Small TeamsFlat fee starting at $29/month, no per-transaction costs$200+/month with percentage-based transaction fees
Time InvestmentSet-and-forget automation, minimal ongoing managementRequires dedicated affiliate manager or regular attention
Affiliate Quantity LimitsUnlimited affiliates on all plansTiered limits based on pricing plan
Bootstrap-Friendly FeaturesFocus on essentials: tracking, payouts, basic analyticsFeature bloat with enterprise tools you'll never use
Community IntegrationShareable links for indie hacker communities and forumsFormal partner portals not suited for community sharing

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trackli affordable for a micro-SaaS with low revenue?
Yes. Trackli's pricing starts low with flat monthly fees and no percentage-based transaction costs. Unlike enterprise affiliate platforms, you won't be paying $200+/month before your program generates meaningful revenue.
Do I need a developer to set up Trackli for my micro-SaaS?
No. If you're a technical founder who set up Stripe or Paddle, you can set up Trackli in the same amount of time. The integration is guided and requires minimal technical knowledge beyond copy-pasting a webhook URL.
How many affiliates should a micro-SaaS start with?
Start with 5-10 highly motivated affiliates — existing users, fellow indie hackers, or niche bloggers. Quality over quantity matters more at the micro-SaaS stage. You can open the program broadly once you've validated the economics.
What commission rate should I offer for micro-SaaS?
Most micro-SaaS products offer 20-30% recurring commissions. Since micro-SaaS has low marginal costs, generous commissions are sustainable and attractive to potential affiliates in indie hacker communities.
Can I run the affiliate program without any ongoing management?
Largely yes. With automatic affiliate approval, cookie-based attribution, and scheduled payouts, Trackli runs your program with minimal intervention. You can check in monthly to review performance and adjust rates if needed.

Ready to launch your affiliate program?

Start tracking affiliate referrals in minutes. No complex setup, no enterprise pricing.