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This comprehensive guide walks through the process of integrating your Affelios program with your Shopify store. The integration enables automatic product synchronization and seamless affiliate tracking for your e-commerce business.

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Prerequisites

Before starting the integration process, ensure you have the following:
  • Affelios Identity account - Your login for accessing and managing all your programs
  • Active Affelios subscription - Any plan (Flex, Pro, or Enterprise)
  • Shopify store - Must be active and accessible
  • Admin access - Full administrative privileges to your Shopify store
The integration process requires administrative access to both your Affelios account and Shopify store. Ensure you have the necessary permissions before proceeding.

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Integration Benefits

Key Features

The Affelios-Shopify integration provides powerful features to streamline your affiliate program management and boost performance.
Seamless Catalog Management:
  • Products automatically sync from Shopify to Affelios
  • Real-time updates when products are added, modified, or removed
  • Maintains product information consistency across platforms
  • Reduces manual data entry and potential errors
Comprehensive Analytics:
  • Automatic conversion tracking from Shopify orders
  • Real-time commission calculations
  • Detailed performance reporting
  • Attribution tracking from click to conversion

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Step-by-Step Integration Guide

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Step 1: Access Your Affelios Program

1

Login to Affelios

Navigate to your Affelios dashboard and sign in with your Affelios Identity credentials.
2

Navigate to Brands

Click on the “Brands” section in the left-hand navigation menu.
3

Select Your Brand

Choose the brand you want to connect to Shopify. If you haven’t created a brand yet, you’ll need to create one first.
If you don’t have a brand set up yet, follow our Brand Creation Guide before proceeding with the Shopify integration.

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Step 2: Configure Integration Settings

1

Access Integration Settings

Click on the action icon (three dots) next to your selected brand, then select “Integration Settings” from the dropdown menu.
2

Select Shopify Integration

Find and select the Shopify integration option from the available integrations.
3

Install Integration

Click the “Install” button to begin the Shopify app installation process.

Alternative Installation

You can also install the Affelios app directly from the Shopify App Store if you prefer to start from Shopify’s side.

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Step 3: Install Affelios App in Shopify

1

Access Shopify Admin

After clicking “Install,” you’ll be redirected to your Shopify admin dashboard.
2

Find Affelios App

Look for the Affelios app in your installed apps or navigate to Apps → App Store to find it.
3

Open App

Click on the Affelios app to open the configuration interface.
Make sure you’re logged into the correct Shopify store. The integration will only work with the store you’re currently accessing.

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Step 4: Connect Your Affelios Account

1

Sign In to Affelios

In the Affelios app within Shopify, click “Sign In” to authenticate with your Affelios Identity account.
2

Authorize Access

Grant the necessary permissions for Shopify to access your Affelios account data.
3

Select Program

Choose the Affelios program you want to connect to this Shopify store.
If you don’t see your program listed, ensure you have the correct permissions and that your Affelios subscription is active.

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Step 5: Connect Your Brand

1

Select Brand

Choose the brand you want to connect to your Shopify store from the available options.
2

Confirm Connection

Review the brand details and click “Connect” to establish the connection.
3

Verify Setup

Confirm that the brand is successfully connected and ready for product synchronization.

Brand Configuration

Ensure your brand is properly configured with the correct landing page URLs and tracking parameters before connecting to Shopify. This will ensure proper affiliate attribution.

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Step 6: Sync Your Products

1

Navigate to Product Sync

In the Affelios app, locate the “Sync Products” section.
2

Activate Product Sync

Click “Activate” under the “Sync Products” section to begin the synchronization process.
3

Monitor Sync Progress

Watch as your Shopify products are automatically imported into your Affelios program.
The initial product sync may take several minutes depending on the size of your product catalog. Larger catalogs may require more time to complete the synchronization.

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Product Synchronization

Automatic Sync Features

Once activated, product synchronization happens automatically and keeps your affiliate program up-to-date with your Shopify store.

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What Gets Synced

Basic Product Data:
  • Product name and description
  • Product images and media
  • Pricing information
  • Product variants and options
  • SKU and inventory status
Automatic Updates:
  • New products are automatically added
  • Product changes are synced in real-time
  • Discontinued products are marked accordingly
  • Inventory changes are reflected
Affiliate-Ready Setup:
  • Products are automatically configured for affiliate tracking
  • ClickKey parameters are set up correctly
  • Landing page URLs are generated
  • Commission plans are applied based on your configuration

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Managing Product Sync

1

Monitor Sync Status

Check the sync status in your Affelios dashboard to ensure all products are properly synchronized.
2

Review Product Details

Verify that product information, pricing, and images are correctly imported.
3

Configure Commission Plans

Set up specific commission rates for individual products or product categories as needed.
4

Test Affiliate Links

Generate test affiliate links to ensure proper tracking and attribution.

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Affiliate Experience

Affiliate Portal Features

Once your Shopify integration is active, affiliates can access enhanced features for promoting your products.

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What Affiliates Can Do

Marketing Tools:
  • Browse your complete product catalog
  • Create tracking links for individual products
  • Generate brand-wide tracking links
  • Access product images and descriptions
Real-Time Analytics:
  • View click and conversion statistics
  • Track commission earnings
  • Monitor product performance
  • Access detailed reporting

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Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Here are solutions to common problems you might encounter during the integration process.
App Won’t Install:
  • Ensure you have admin access to your Shopify store
  • Check that your Shopify plan supports third-party apps
  • Try clearing your browser cache and cookies
  • Contact Shopify support if the issue persists
Can’t Sign In to Affelios:
  • Verify your Affelios Identity credentials
  • Check that your Affelios subscription is active
  • Ensure you’re using the correct account
  • Try logging out and back in
Products Not Syncing:
  • Check your internet connection
  • Verify that the brand connection is active
  • Ensure your Shopify store has products available
  • Try deactivating and reactivating product sync
Affiliate Links Not Working:
  • Verify that ClickKey parameters are properly configured
  • Check that your brand landing page URLs are correct
  • Ensure tracking is enabled in your program settings
  • Test links in an incognito browser window

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Getting Help

1

Check Documentation

Review this guide and other relevant documentation for solutions.
2

Contact Support

If you’re still experiencing issues, contact Affelios support with specific details about your problem.
3

Provide Details

Include information about your Shopify plan, error messages, and steps you’ve already tried.

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Best Practices

Optimization Tips

Follow these best practices to ensure your Shopify integration runs smoothly and effectively.
Keep Your Catalog Updated:
  • Regularly review and update product information in Shopify
  • Ensure product images are high-quality and consistent
  • Keep pricing information current
  • Remove discontinued products promptly
Optimize Your Commission Structure:
  • Set competitive commission rates for your industry
  • Consider different rates for different product categories
  • Monitor affiliate performance and adjust rates accordingly
  • Provide clear commission information to affiliates
Support Your Affiliates:
  • Provide clear product descriptions and marketing materials
  • Respond promptly to affiliate questions
  • Share performance insights and tips
  • Recognize top-performing affiliates
Track Performance:
  • Regularly review affiliate performance reports
  • Monitor conversion rates and commission payouts
  • Identify top-performing products and affiliates
  • Use data to optimize your program strategy

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Next Steps

Your Integration is Complete!

Congratulations! Your Shopify store is now successfully integrated with Affelios. Your affiliates can begin marketing your products immediately.

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What Happens Next

1

Product Availability

All your Shopify products are now available for affiliates to promote through the Affelios platform.
2

Affiliate Onboarding

Start inviting affiliates to join your program or promote it to attract new partners.
3

Performance Monitoring

Use the Affelios dashboard to monitor clicks, conversions, and commission payouts.
4

Program Optimization

Continuously optimize your program based on performance data and affiliate feedback.

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Additional Resources

Further Reading

Need additional help? Our support team is available to assist with any questions or issues you might have with your Shopify integration.