In today’s fast-paced business environment, data is vital for making informed decisions, planning strategically, and optimizing operations. Sometimes, you may need to access Affelios data outside of the platform itself - to conduct analysis or comply with regulations, for example. This guide outlines the straightforward process for viewing and exporting your data from the Affelios dashboard.
Reporting Overview
Affelios Reporting System
The Affelios reporting system provides simple and accessible analytics to help you track performance and make data-driven decisions for your affiliate marketing efforts.
Key Reporting Features
Dashboard Reports
Dashboard Reports
Available Reports:
- Performance reports with click and conversion data
- Commission and revenue tracking
- Affiliate performance metrics
- Program overview statistics
- Reports available in the left-hand navigation menu
- Simple dashboard interface
- Clear data presentation
- Quick insights and overview
Navigating Your Reports
Accessing Reports
Your program dashboard will have various reports you can run, these can be found under the reports section in the left-hand navigation menu.
Available Reports
Performance Reports
Performance Reports
Click and Conversion Data:
- Total clicks and conversions
- Click-through rates
- Conversion rates
- Performance over time
- Traffic source performance
- Geographic distribution
- Device and browser data
- User behavior insights
Financial Reports
Financial Reports
Commission Tracking:
- Commission calculations
- Payment history
- Revenue generated
- Financial performance metrics
- Affiliate earnings
- Commission rates
- Payment status
- Financial summaries
Affiliate Reports
Affiliate Reports
Affiliate Performance:
- Individual affiliate metrics
- Top-performing affiliates
- Affiliate activity levels
- Performance comparisons
- Active affiliate count
- New affiliate signups
- Affiliate engagement
- Program growth metrics
Report Access
1
Navigate to Reports
Look for the reports section in the left-hand navigation menu of your program dashboard.
2
Select Report Type
Choose from the available report types based on what data you need to analyze.
3
Configure Filters
Set up filters to generate a report that meets your specific requirements.
4
View or Export
You can view the data directly in the dashboard or export it for external analysis.
Exporting Data
Simple Data Export
Configure the filters to generate a report to your requirements. You can view this data directly in the program dashboard or hit the “Export Data” button to download the data.
Export Process
1
Generate Report
Configure the filters to generate a report that meets your specific requirements.
2
Review Data
View the data directly in the program dashboard to ensure it contains what you need.
3
Export Data
Click the “Export Data” button to download the report in CSV format.
4
Download Complete
A download should’ve automatically started. The file will be saved to your default download location.
That’s it! The export process is designed to be simple and straightforward. You can export any report which is in CSV format for use in spreadsheet applications or external analysis tools.
Key Performance Metrics
Essential Metrics
Understand the key performance indicators that drive affiliate marketing success and how to interpret them effectively.
Understanding Your Data
Traffic Metrics
Traffic Metrics
Click Performance:
- Total Clicks: Overall click volume across all campaigns
- Click-Through Rate (CTR): Percentage of impressions that result in clicks
- Unique Clicks: Distinct user clicks (deduplicated)
- Session Duration: Average time spent on destination pages
- Pages per Session: Average pages viewed per visit
- Return Visitor Rate: Percentage of repeat visitors
Conversion Metrics
Conversion Metrics
Conversion Performance:
- Total Conversions: Complete actions (sales, signups, etc.)
- Conversion Rate: Percentage of clicks that result in conversions
- Revenue per Click: Average revenue generated per click
- Conversion Value: Total monetary value of conversions
- Average Order Value: Mean transaction value
- Conversion Attribution: Source and timing of conversions
Financial Metrics
Financial Metrics
Revenue Tracking:
- Gross Revenue: Total revenue generated
- Net Revenue: Revenue after refunds and chargebacks
- Commission Earned: Total commissions generated
- Commission Rate: Percentage of revenue paid as commissions
- Profit Margin: Revenue minus costs and commissions
- Cost per Acquisition: Cost to acquire each customer
- Return on Investment: Profit relative to investment
Using Your Reports
Performance Analysis
Performance Analysis
Understanding Trends:
- Look for patterns in your click and conversion data
- Identify peak performance periods
- Compare performance across different time periods
- Track growth and improvement over time
- Which affiliates are performing best
- What products or campaigns drive the most conversions
- When your program sees the most activity
- How your conversion rates are trending
Financial Tracking
Financial Tracking
Revenue Analysis:
- Track total revenue generated
- Monitor commission payments
- Analyze profit margins
- Identify top-earning affiliates
- Compare revenue to commission costs
- Track return on investment
- Monitor payment status
- Plan for future growth
Program Optimization
Program Optimization
Improvement Opportunities:
- Identify underperforming areas
- Focus on high-converting traffic sources
- Optimize commission structures
- Develop strategies for top performers
- Use data to set realistic goals
- Plan budget allocation
- Identify expansion opportunities
- Track progress toward objectives
Report Filters and Customization
Customizing Your Reports
Configure filters to generate reports that meet your specific requirements and analysis needs.
Available Filters
Date Range Filters
Date Range Filters
Time Period Selection:
- Select specific date ranges for your reports
- Choose from predefined periods (last 7 days, 30 days, etc.)
- Custom date range selection for specific analysis
- Compare different time periods
- Daily, weekly, monthly views
- Year-over-year comparisons
- Custom start and end dates
- Real-time data updates
Affiliate Filters
Affiliate Filters
Affiliate Selection:
- Filter by specific affiliates
- View individual affiliate performance
- Compare affiliate performance
- Focus on top or underperforming affiliates
- Filter by affiliate status
- Group by affiliate type
- Performance-based filtering
- Geographic affiliate filtering
Product and Tracker Filters
Product and Tracker Filters
Product Selection:
- Filter by specific products or brands
- View product-level performance
- Compare product performance
- Analyze category performance
- Filter by tracker
- Track specific tracker/campaign performance
- Compare tracker effectiveness
- Analyze traffic source performance
Making the Most of Your Reports
Using Data for Decisions
Use your reporting data to make informed decisions and improve your affiliate marketing performance.
Key Areas to Focus On
Performance Trends
Performance Trends
What to Look For:
- Patterns in click and conversion data
- Peak performance periods
- Growth trends over time
- Seasonal variations
- Identify your best-performing time periods
- Plan campaigns around peak times
- Track improvement over time
- Set realistic growth targets
Affiliate Performance
Affiliate Performance
Key Metrics:
- Which affiliates generate the most clicks
- Which affiliates have the highest conversion rates
- Which affiliates earn the most commissions
- Affiliate activity levels and engagement
- Focus support on top performers
- Provide additional training for underperformers
- Adjust commission structures based on performance
- Identify new affiliate recruitment opportunities
Financial Health
Financial Health
Revenue Analysis:
- Total revenue generated
- Commission costs vs. revenue
- Profit margins and ROI
- Payment status and timing
- Budget allocation based on performance
- Commission structure optimization
- Revenue forecasting
- Cost management strategies
Regular Review Process
1
Weekly Review
Check key performance metrics weekly to stay on top of trends and identify immediate opportunities.
2
Monthly Analysis
Conduct a comprehensive monthly review of all reports to understand overall program health.
3
Quarterly Planning
Use historical data to plan for the next quarter and set realistic goals.
4
Export and Archive
Regularly export important reports for backup and external analysis.
Best Practices
Getting the Most from Your Reports
Follow these simple best practices to make the most of your Affelios reporting data.
Regular Review Habits
Consistent Monitoring
Consistent Monitoring
Daily Check-ins:
- Review key performance metrics daily
- Check for any unusual activity or issues
- Monitor real-time performance data
- Address immediate concerns
- Conduct a thorough weekly review
- Look for trends and patterns
- Identify optimization opportunities
- Plan for the upcoming week
Data Management
Data Management
Export Regularly:
- Export important reports regularly
- Keep backups of critical data
- Archive historical performance data
- Maintain data for compliance needs
- Verify data accuracy when reviewing reports
- Check for any missing or incomplete data
- Contact support if you notice data issues
- Keep track of any data discrepancies
Team Communication
Team Communication
Share Insights:
- Share relevant reports with team members
- Provide context and interpretation
- Highlight key findings and recommendations
- Keep stakeholders informed of performance
- Use data to make informed decisions
- Plan strategies based on performance trends
- Set realistic goals based on historical data
- Track progress toward objectives
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Common Reporting Problems
Address frequently encountered issues with reporting to ensure you get accurate data and insights.
Data Issues
Missing or Incomplete Data
Missing or Incomplete Data
What to Check:
- Verify your date range selection
- Check if filters are excluding data
- Ensure tracking is properly implemented
- Look for any system maintenance notifications
- Adjust your date range or filters
- Verify tracking implementation
- Contact support if data seems incomplete
- Check for any known system issues
Export Problems
Export Problems
Common Issues:
- Export button not working
- Download doesn’t start
- File appears corrupted
- Data formatting issues
- Check your internet connection
- Try refreshing the page
- Clear your browser cache
- Try a different browser
- Contact support for persistent issues
Report Loading Issues
Report Loading Issues
Symptoms:
- Reports take too long to load
- Dashboard not updating
- Error messages appearing
- Slow performance
- Check your internet connection
- Try refreshing the page
- Clear browser cache and cookies
- Try different browsers or devices
- Contact support for technical issues
Getting Support
Need help with reporting features or experiencing issues? Our support team can assist with:
- Report configuration and troubleshooting
- Data accuracy questions
- Export functionality issues
- Technical problems and resolution
Next Steps
Getting Started with Reporting
Now that you understand how Affelios reporting works, you’re ready to start using your data to make informed decisions and grow your affiliate program.
- Navigate to the reports section in your dashboard
- Start with basic performance reports
- Export data regularly for analysis
- Set up a regular review schedule
- Export your first report to see how the process works
- Set up weekly and monthly review schedules
- Identify your top-performing affiliates
- Track your key performance metrics
- Exporting - Detailed guide to data export
- Setup Guide - Configure your affiliate program
- Commission Plans - Optimize your commission structure
- Understanding Billing - Manage your program finances