> ## 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.

# What is Affelios?

> A high-level overview of the Affelios platform, who it’s for, and the core concepts you’ll use day to day.

Affelios is a modern **affiliate marketing platform** that lets companies launch, manage, and scale affiliate programs under their own brand. It serves both sides of the ecosystem:

* **Program operators** — configure your program, brands, commission plans, tracking, and payouts.
* **Affiliates** — join programs with a single identity, create trackers to segment traffic, get tracking links, view performance, and get paid with your preferred payout method.

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## Key capabilities

* **Custom branded, custom domain**\
  Run your program on your own domain with your logo, colors, and email identities.

* **Multi-brand ready**\
  Operate multiple brands/products from a single Affelios instance.

* **Flexible integrations**\
  Choose no-code storefront integrations, a JavaScript snippet, or a full REST API depending on your stack.

* **Transparent tracking & reporting**\
  Create trackers to segment traffic sources, get tracking links, attribute conversions, and monitor performance in real time.

* **Affiliate-friendly policies**\
  Features like **Clean Slate** (no-negative carryover) let affiliates start fresh each payout period.

* **Compliance by default**\
  Automatic invoice generation and VAT calculation streamline cross-border payouts.

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## Who uses Affelios?

Affelios is used across:

* **E-commerce** – empower creators and partners to drive sales.
* **iGaming & Casinos** – handle complex, multi-brand programs reliably.
* **SaaS / Subscriptions** – reward new signups and recurring revenue.
* **Financial Services & Exchanges** – run compliant, scalable referral programs.

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## Why Affelios?

* **Launch fast** — from no-code to API, integrate the way your team prefers.
* **Scale confidently** — multi-brand architecture and robust tracking grow with you.
* **Keep it fair** — operator controls with affiliate-friendly policies.
* **Reduce admin** — built-in invoicing and tax calculation.

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## What to read next

* 👉 **Get started quickly:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/getting-started/quickstart">Quickstart Guide</Link> - Choose your onboarding path as an operator or affiliate
* 📚 **Key concepts:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/overview/key-concepts">Key Concepts</Link> - Learn the essential terms and components you'll use daily
* ⚙️ **For operators:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/getting-started/for-operators">Getting Started for Operators</Link> - Launch and manage your affiliate program
* 👥 **For affiliates:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/getting-started/for-affiliates">Getting Started for Affiliates</Link> - Join programs and start earning commissions
* 🔗 **How tracking works:** <Link href="/knowledge-base/affiliates/tracking-links">How Tracking Links Work</Link> - Understand the complete tracking process
* 🧩 **Platform integrations:** <Link href="/integrations/no-code/shopify">Shopify Integration</Link> - Connect your e-commerce platform