Affiliate Tracking for Shopify App Developers
The Shopify App Store drives organic installs, but affiliate partners can amplify your reach outside the marketplace. Trackli helps Shopify app developers track referrals from blogs, YouTube reviews, and partner promotions that lead to app installs and paid subscriptions.
How to Set Up Shopify Apps Affiliate Tracking
Get up and running in minutes with these simple steps.
Set Up External Landing Pages
Create landing pages for your Shopify app outside the App Store. Trackli tracks visitors from affiliate links on these pages before redirecting to the App Store.
Implement Install Confirmation Webhook
When your app is installed, fire a server-side event to Trackli with the shop domain. We match this against the affiliate cookie to confirm attribution.
Track Subscription Billing Events
Connect your Shopify billing API events (app_subscriptions/update) to Trackli so we can track when installs convert to paid plans.
Configure Tiered Commission Rates
Set different rates for app installs vs paid conversions. Reward affiliates more generously for referrals that convert to paid plans.
Recruit Content Creators
Use Trackli's affiliate portal to recruit Shopify-focused bloggers, YouTubers, and consultants. Provide them with tracking links and promotional assets.
How It Works
From referral link to commission payout — fully automated with Shopify Apps.
Trackli vs Traditional Affiliate Tracking
See how Trackli compares to manual or legacy affiliate solutions.
| Feature | Trackli | Traditional |
|---|---|---|
| App Store Install Tracking | Pre-click attribution with post-install confirmation | Cannot track installs through App Store redirect |
| Trial-to-Paid Conversion | Tracks free install through paid subscription conversion | Only tracks the initial click, not downstream conversion |
| Shopify Billing API Integration | Native support for Shopify's recurring billing events | No awareness of Shopify-specific billing mechanisms |
| Content Creator Management | Dedicated portal for Shopify content creators | Generic affiliate portal not suited for app promotion |
| Usage-Based Commission | Supports commission on usage-based Shopify app charges | Fixed-rate commission structures only |
| Cross-Device Attribution | Server-side matching survives device and browser switches | Lost if user installs from different device than click |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Trackli track installs that go through the Shopify App Store?
How do I track if a free app install converts to paid?
Does this work for Shopify apps with usage-based pricing?
Can I recruit Shopify consultants as affiliates?
What if a merchant uninstalls and reinstalls my app?
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Learn moreReady to launch your affiliate program?
Start tracking affiliate referrals in minutes. No complex setup, no enterprise pricing.