Blogging is often a rewarding endeavor. It's an accessible platform for publishing your thoughts, art, opinions and pieces of the world you experience. Many are simply looking to share their insights with others. However, many also welcome a little monetary reward from this labor of love. There are many options for blog monetization including the Amazon Associates program.
Several months ago as I began developing a blog and found myself in need of a plethora of product images appropriate to the content the blog concerned. Amazon Associates seemed like a good way to legally include relevant images presenting a media rich experience to readers. It also provided shopping leads for visitors interested in a particular product in an unobtrusive way. So, I could improve visitor experience while earning a modest commission on any sales. Not a bad deal at all, so I applied and received approval for an Amazon Associates account for this purpose.
An Opportunity for Associates and Sellers Emerges
Recently I became aware of a referral program for associates sending sellers to Amazon. Amazon Product Ads allow sellers to purchase targeted Ads on Amazon to direct traffic to their own site. This is a wonderful opportunity to expose a product to a massive attentive audience looking to buy. Business owners may consider this an appealing opportunity to efficiently expand their sales reach. So, why not help interested readers by linking to the Amazon Product Ads site?
Earn Rewards for each Amazon Product Ad Referral
Amazon Associates earn up to $155 for each product ad referral. If a visitor clicks a link embedded with your Associate ID then signs up for a new account the associate receives $5. Once this visitor sets up their advertiser account and Amazon publishes the ads, you earn a $150 referral fee if an ad is clicked within 30 days. If your blog is frequented by visitors looking to sell a product of any kind this program may be for you.
Add a Referral Link to your Blog
First, log into your Amazon Associates account by applying or signing up Here. Now, write down your tracking id which should look something like your_assoc_id-20. Next, include a link to this address http://www.amazonservices.com/content/product-ads-on-amazon.htm?tag=your_assoc_id-20 on your blog. You may use a simple text link like this one, Amazon Product Ads. For a richer look consider one of the graphical ads Amazon provides below. I've made these images live referral links and reduced their size for this article, please feel free to copy their source and modify them for your own needs.
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Amazon Associates is an excellent option for many Bloggers looking to earn a little money from a blog while gaining access to many rich images. Think about your blogs content and the visitors it attracts. If a blog is frequented by readers interested in selling a product, they may appreciate the opportunity to advertise on Amazon. Consider your audience carefully, then go for it if you think readers will be interested. Good luck in your blogging and I hope this article helps you earn more while providing useful information to readers.
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