> ## Documentation Index
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# Creating an Affiliate Program

> Step-by-step guide to create your affiliate program

## Set up your affiliate program details and commission structure.

Learn how to set up and configure your affiliate program with our step-by-step guide. Follow these instructions to create an effective program that attracts quality affiliates.

### Required Information

<Steps>
  <Step title="Basic Information">
    Fill in the following fields:

    * **Program Name** - The name of your affiliate program
    * **Website** - Your website URL where the program will be implemented
    * **Description** - Detailed description of your program and offerings
  </Step>

  <Step title="Commission Settings">
    Configure your reward structure:

    * **Reward Type** - Choose between:
      * Percentage (commission based on sale amount)
      * Fixed (fixed amount per sale)
    * **Commission Percentage (%)** - If using percentage, enter your commission rate
      `Example: 15%`
  </Step>

  <Step title="Program Settings">
    Set additional parameters:

    * **Commission Duration** - Select how long the cookie will last
    * **Auto-approve affiliates** - Choose whether to automatically approve new affiliates
      `Options: No - Review each application (default)`
    * **Status** - Program status (default: active)
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  All fields marked with an information icon (ⓘ) have additional help text available.
</Note>

<Warning>
  Review all information carefully before clicking "Create Program" as some settings like commission structure cannot be easily changed later.
</Warning>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Configure Integration" icon="plug" href="/settings/integration">
    Set up tracking and payments
  </Card>

  <Card title="Manage Applications" icon="users" href="/program/manage-affiliates">
    Review and approve affiliates
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Common Questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="What commission rate should I set?">
    Research your industry standards and consider your profit margins. Most programs offer between 5% and 30%. The example shows 15% as a common starting point.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Should I auto-approve affiliates?">
    By default, the system is set to manually review each application ("No - Review each application"). This gives you better control over who joins your program. Switch to auto-approval only if you're confident in your fraud detection systems and don't need to manually vet affiliates.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What is commission duration?">
    This is the period during which an affiliate can earn commission after a user clicks their link (cookie duration). Common durations range from 30 to 90 days.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>