Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Abebooks Affiliate Program?

A: The Abebooks Affiliate Program will pay you every time a visitor you send to Abebooks makes a purchase. Joining the Abebooks Affiliate Program is not only a way to make money, but it can also add value to your site.

Q: Why you should join

A: There are two main reasons to join! One, becoming an Affiliate is free. And second as an Affiliate, you can add valuable content to your site. Plus we take the customer order and handle all payments.

Q: How to join the affiliate program?

A: You can join the Abebooks program by signing up through Commission Junction. Commission Junction helps affiliates manage their affiliate campaigns.

Q: Can I participate if I live outside the U.S.?

A: Yes, Abebooks accepts affiliates from all over the World, the only limitations are those countries that Commission Junction deems as ‘High Fraud’ regions.

Q: Does my Web site qualify for the Abebooks Affiliate Program?

A: Anyone can apply for the program. However, Abebooks reserves the right to refuse any site, especially if it contains unsuitable material.

Q: How does Abebooks track buyers coming from my Web site?

A: Abebooks uses links provided by commission Junction, these links track your customers to ensure you are paid for their purchases.

Q: How can I keep track of my statistics with Abebooks Affiliate program?

A: Simply log in to your Commission Junction account to access a variety of online reports, where you can track not only your click-throughs and commissions but also other activity to help increase sales.

Q: How much will I earn for each visitor who makes a purchase from Abebooks?

A: You will start at a 3% commission per Abebooks sales. No fees shall be payable if a visitor leaves the Abebooks site without making a sale.

Q: When and how do I get paid?

A: You will be paid, monthly by Commission Junction when your account reaches a minimum of $25. If your earnings are less than $25, the amount will be carried over to the next month.

Q: How do I setup up my Affiliate links

A: Simply log in to your Commission Junction account at www.cj.com, and then click on ‘Get Links’ and search for Abebooks.

Q: Where should I place the links on my site?

A: You should place links where they are easy for your site visitors to find, such as your homepage. Placing the links in an easily accessible location on your site, your visitors will be more likely to click and make a purchase.

Q: May I link to Abebooks from more than one Web site?

A: Yes. You are welcome to link to Abebooks from multiple Web sites

Q: How often should I update my links?

A: You should update links frequently, creating new links that fit the interests of your visitors.

If you have any other questions about the affiliate programm, please e-mail us: affiliate@abebooks.com