Affiliate Tracking Without Complex Networks
Affiliate networks like CJ, ShareASale, and Impact take fees, control your data, and add unnecessary complexity. Trackli lets you run a direct affiliate program where you own the relationships, keep the data, and avoid middleman costs — all with simpler setup than joining a network.
How to Set Up Direct Tracking Affiliate Tracking
Get up and running in minutes with these simple steps.
Own Your Affiliate Program
Set up Trackli on your domain with your branding. You control the entire experience — no network logos, no shared partner pools.
Recruit Partners Directly
Build direct relationships with affiliates instead of competing for attention on crowded network marketplaces. Quality over quantity.
Keep Your Data
All referral data, conversion data, and partner information lives in your Trackli account. No network has access to your business intelligence.
Eliminate Network Fees
Networks typically charge 20-30% on top of affiliate commissions. Trackli charges a flat fee with no percentage-based costs.
Maintain Full Control
Set your own terms, approval processes, and commission structures without network restrictions or minimum spend requirements.
How It Works
From referral link to commission payout — fully automated with Direct Tracking.
Trackli vs Traditional Affiliate Tracking
See how Trackli compares to manual or legacy affiliate solutions.
| Feature | Trackli | Traditional |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Structure | Flat monthly fee, no commission override or network fees | Network charges 20-30% override on all commissions |
| Data Ownership | You own 100% of your referral and conversion data | Network owns the data and limits your access |
| Partner Relationships | Direct relationships with your affiliates | Network mediates all partner communications |
| Brand Control | Your branding, your domain, your terms | Network branding and standardized terms |
| Approval Process | You approve affiliates based on your criteria | Network may auto-approve or have own criteria |
| Minimum Commitments | No minimum spend, lock-in, or contract length | Annual contracts with minimum monthly spend |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Learn moreReady to launch your affiliate program?
Start tracking affiliate referrals in minutes. No complex setup, no enterprise pricing.