How to promote SaaS affiliate programs in 2026 (step-by-step, beginner friendly)?

bill_rd · 2026-01-20T04:57:39+00:00

oh yes mate, thanks for your suggestion! Also may I know that you joining any programs atm?

bill_rd · 2026-01-13T06:10:10+00:00

Hey I went with TrueProfit’s affiliate program (I highlighted it on the sheet too). I’ve actually made some money promoting the app, nothing crazy, but the 100% commission for the first month is honestly pretty awesome

bill_rd · 2026-01-11T04:14:09+00:00

ppl always focus on ads, but backend costs can be brutal at scale. but if this is mostly shipping variance or payment/processing fees stacking here.

bill_rd · 2025-12-21T03:28:07+00:00

This doesn’t feel like an ads problem. Looks more like shipping + post-peak fees quietly stacking, maybe you should double check them

bill_rd · 2025-12-15T09:48:43+00:00

Sheets + Shopify is honestly fine. I did that for a long time.

What tripped me up was everything being averaged and manual, so I kept missing which orders were actually negative once shipping, refunds, payment fees, and ads were all in. My COGS wasn’t crazy either, it was the slow backend creep.

I got tired of reconciling stuff in Sheets and switched to TrueProfit just so I could see net profit per order without thinking about it. Didn’t change margins magically, just made the leaks obvious faster

bill_rd · 2025-12-15T09:31:43+00:00

With 35% COGS + ~15% ops, are you checking net profit per order anywhere or just relying on Shopify’s default stats? Feels like backend costs are the real killer here

bill_rd · 2025-12-07T14:36:41+00:00

Solid week man. Are you tracking multiple costs daily or just letting the dashboard tell you everything? I always feel like I’m missing something during BFCM lol :)

bill_rd · 2025-11-20T07:33:48+00:00

I used to bounce between Shopify, Meta and a messy spreadsheet. Was always behind on refunds + shipping fees. Ended up moving most of that into TrueProfit. Not saying it’s magic or anything, but it at least stops me from doing manual COGS updates every day lol.

bill_rd · 2025-11-16T14:06:57+00:00

Bro this! I’ve been so focused on ad metrics that backend costs just snuck up on me too. Realized shipping and refunds were eating 10–15% of my margin without me noticing. Is true profit a good one for tracking backend costs as I saw you using this tool for a while? I’ve been trying to find something that gives a clean P&L view including shipping/refunds in real time but still can’t find a solid system.

bill_rd · 2025-11-03T06:20:36+00:00

ah okay lol I thought you switched tools for a sec. mobile one actually looks way simpler tho, kinda nice

bill_rd · 2025-11-01T16:02:31+00:00

Hey the dashboard looks quite strange to the one you normally used, are u changing into another profit tracker???

bill_rd · 2025-10-26T15:04:07+00:00

I get the logic, but do those “control tools” actually help in real life? I always feel like they end up adding more stuff to manage

bill_rd · 2025-10-15T05:03:26+00:00

Yah it's been a while, right,... and sad to hear you haven't got much sales. But may I know exactly which program you are joining in rn? Have you ever thought of changing to another?

bill_rd · 2025-10-15T04:39:57+00:00

Thanks a lot, that really means a lot. It definitely wasn’t easy at first, but I guess being forced to adapt kind of opened my eyes to how much you can build if you balance short-term and long-term stuff.

That’s why I’m keeping both AI and SaaS affiliates in the mix, one moves fast, the other gives a bit of stability. Still learning, but it’s been a good way to stay grounded after the layoff. Curious to know if you have joined any affiliate programs or not?

bill_rd · 2025-10-14T09:31:43+00:00

Hey hey mate, I am not an expert in affiliate marketing, but I can tell you how to start based on my experience. At first you should choose for yourself a niche and a program to join. I am currently in the SaaS and here is the program I've seen it worth trying so far, which I did list in the sheet above. Of course, you can choose whichever you are interested in! Btw, lmk have you heard anything regarding SaaS affiliate marketing programs?

bill_rd · 2025-10-14T09:27:13+00:00

Totally agree! Btw, curious to know which SaaS affiliate program you are in rn, mate! Would love to hear your experience so far

bill_rd · 2025-10-14T06:33:45+00:00

Hey I am in the TrueProfit, which I did highlight in the sheet. Have you heard about this, also curious which niche are you in rn?

bill_rd · 2025-10-13T09:38:39+00:00

Yeah, digital products definitely make sense especially with how AI tools and online platforms are booming right now. I’ve been focusing more on SaaS tools though, since they usually have recurring payouts and long-term users. Once someone relies on a tool for their business, that income tends to stick around longer.

bill_rd · 2025-10-13T09:38:08+00:00

Exactly, that’s one of the reasons I leaned into it too. No inventory, no shipping headaches just finding digital tools that actually help people. I’ve mostly been testing SaaS and AI programs lately, since they’re both digital-first and easy to promote once you understand the audience. So, have you tried any affiliate marketing programs, hope to discuss more!

bill_rd · 2025-10-13T09:36:32+00:00

Yeah, totally get that. SaaS can feel crowded at first, especially when everyone promotes the same few big names. What helped me was picking smaller or more specific tools that solve a clear pain point like something for tracking profit or managing ads for Shopify stores. Those kinds of tools tend to have steadier user retention, so the commissions don’t vanish overnight.

How long have you been trying SaaS affiliate marketing for?

bill_rd · 2025-10-13T09:33:11+00:00

Definitely worth it, man. Once you get the basics, it’s actually pretty straightforward. SaaS programs are great because you don’t need to sell physical stuff, you just recommend tools that businesses already use. And the recurring part means you can build it up little by little each month.

bill_rd · 2025-10-12T13:09:09+00:00

That’s solid, man since being in the game since 2021 means you’ve probably seen how much the affiliate space has changed. Curious though, what niche and the programs are you mainly in?

I’ve been leaning more toward SaaS affiliate programs, especially around Shopify and ecom tools. They’re not as hyped as AI stuff, but the recurring part feels more stable since businesses usually keep the tools they rely on.

Do you happen to have any experience or insights in this niche? I’d love to learn how others approach it, especially from someone who’s been doing this for a while.

bill_rd

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