> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.affelios.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started for Operators

> A quick introduction for program operators on how to launch your affiliate program with Affelios.

If you’re a **program operator** (brand), Affelios gives you everything you need to create and manage your affiliate program under your own brand.

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## What you will do during this setup guide

1. **Create your Affelios Identity**\
   This is your universal login for accessing and managing all your programs. Learn more about <Link href="/knowledge-base/getting-started/affelios-identity">creating your Affelios Identity</Link>.

2. **Set up your program**\
   Define your branding, domain, and commission structure.

3. **Invite affiliates**\
   Affiliates can apply or be auto-approved depending on your settings.

4. **Track and manage**\
   Use tracking links, traffic sources, and real-time reporting to monitor performance.

5. **Pay affiliates**\
   Generate compliant invoices automatically and issue payouts through supported methods.

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## Next Steps

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  * 🚀 **Begin setup:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/operators/setup-guide">Setup Guide</Link> - Complete program configuration and management
  * 📚 **Learn the basics:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/overview/key-concepts">Key Concepts</Link> - Understand essential terms and components
  * 🔗 **Technical setup:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/operators/attribution">Attribution Implementation</Link> - Implement tracking on your website
  * 👥 **Affiliate resources:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/affiliates/onboarding">Affiliate Onboarding Guide</Link> - Guide for your new affiliates
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