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Affiliate Tracking Beyond ShareASale

ShareASale was built for e-commerce affiliate marketing, not SaaS recurring revenue. If you're a SaaS company on ShareASale, you're paying network fees for features designed for product retailers while missing subscription-specific tracking. Trackli is built for SaaS from the ground up.

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How to Set Up ShareASale Directory Affiliate Tracking

Get up and running in minutes with these simple steps.

1

Understand the Gaps

ShareASale excels at e-commerce tracking but lacks SaaS features like recurring commission tracking, trial conversion attribution, and subscription lifecycle awareness.

2

Set Up SaaS-Native Tracking

Configure Trackli with your subscription billing provider. Get features ShareASale doesn't offer: recurring commissions and commission tracking through plan changes.

3

Recruit SaaS-Focused Affiliates

Build a curated affiliate program targeting SaaS-savvy promoters instead of ShareASale's general e-commerce affiliate pool.

4

Migrate Existing ShareASale Partners

Invite your best ShareASale affiliates to join your direct program on Trackli. Offer improved terms to incentivize the switch.

5

Eliminate Network Overhead

Stop paying ShareASale's network fees (typically 20% override on commissions). Trackli's flat fee saves you significantly as your program scales.

How It Works

From referral link to commission approval — fully automated with ShareASale Directory. You pay your affiliates however you already do.

Affiliate tracking flow diagram for ShareASale Directory

Frequently Asked Questions

Why isn't ShareASale ideal for SaaS affiliate programs?
ShareASale was built for e-commerce with features like product feeds, deep linking to product pages, and one-time commission structures. SaaS companies need recurring commission tracking and trial conversion attribution — features ShareASale doesn't provide natively.
How much are ShareASale's network fees?
ShareASale charges a 20% network fee on top of the commissions you pay affiliates. If you pay $10,000 in affiliate commissions, ShareASale adds $2,000 in network fees. Trackli's flat monthly fee eliminates this cost entirely.
Can I migrate my ShareASale affiliates to Trackli?
Yes. Export your affiliate list from ShareASale and invite them to your direct program on Trackli. Offer slightly better commission terms to make the switch attractive. Most affiliates prefer direct programs with better tracking and communication.
What about ShareASale's affiliate discovery marketplace?
While ShareASale provides access to a large affiliate pool, most aren't SaaS-focused. You'll get better results recruiting targeted affiliates — SaaS bloggers, tech YouTubers, and industry experts — directly through your own outreach.
Is it hard to switch from ShareASale to Trackli?
No. The transition involves setting up Trackli (takes hours, not weeks), inviting your existing partners, and updating any published affiliate links. Most companies run both platforms briefly during transition to ensure no tracking gaps.

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