SaaS Affiliate Program Checklist: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Launching Successfully

Want to know how to succesfully launch your affiliate program? See here a step by step guide on how to do this.

Ready to create a profitable SaaS affiliate program? Follow this comprehensive checklist to ensure you cover all the necessary steps for a successful launch and maximize your affiliate earnings right from day one!

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Step 1: Technical Setup for Your Affiliate Program

Before you can start earning, you need to set up the technical components of your B2B SaaS affiliate program. 

  • Install the Tracking Script: This is essential for monitoring your affiliate traffic.
  • Install the Conversion Snippet: Capture conversions and associate them with your affiliates accurately.
  • Set Up Payment Processor Connection: Integrate a reliable payment processor (like Stripe or Paddle) to manage affiliate payouts.

Step 2: Legal Considerations

To protect your business and your affiliates, ensure the following legal steps are completed:

  • Add Reditus to Your Cookie Notice: Inform users about cookie usage for tracking.
  • Add Reditus as a Subprocessor: Include Reditus in your legal documentation regarding data processing.
  • Create a Partner Agreement: Having clear affiliate terms is crucial. Email us for a template if you want to use our template. 
  • Link Your Partner Agreement in Settings: Make it accessible for your affiliates to review.

Tip: Establishing affiliate terms at the start will help keep your program on track and legally compliant.


Step 3: Design Your Partner Program

To make your affiliate program attractive and effective, consider these key elements:

  • Define Your Commission Percentage: Set a competitive commission that motivates your affiliates.
  • Determine Commission Duration: Specify how long affiliates will earn commissions (in months).
  • Create Multiple Partner Tiers: Consider offering tiered commissions based on performance. 
  • Promote Your Partner Program on Your Site: Make it easy for potential affiliates to find and join your program.
  • Invite Current Partners / users: Engage your existing network to help kickstart your program.

Example: If your average subscription is $100/month, a 10% commission for 24 months totals $240 for the affiliate. However, increasing that to 30% yields $720. Remember, affiliates are driven by earning potential! 

Downloadable Resource: Check out our PDF for a detailed reference.

SaaS Checklist


About Reditus

Reditus is a powerful B2B SaaS affiliate marketing tool designed to streamline partner management and help you discover new affiliates through our marketplace.

If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us via email or chat.


Conclusion

Launching a successful SaaS affiliate program doesn’t have to be daunting. By following this checklist, you’ll be well-equipped to attract affiliates and start generating revenue. Implement these steps today and watch your program flourish!