Affiliate Commission Calculator
Estimate your affiliate marketing income and compare programs side by side.
How Affiliate Marketing Works
Affiliate marketing is performance-based: you earn a commission whenever someone purchases through your unique referral link. The key variables are traffic volume, conversion rate (how many visitors buy), average order value, and the commission percentage the merchant pays.
Choosing programs: High commission rates don't always mean higher earnings. A 4% commission on a $200 AOV product earns more than 40% on a $15 product. The cookie duration also matters — a 30-day cookie means you get credit for purchases made up to 30 days after someone clicks your link.
CPM (earnings per 1,000 clicks) is a useful benchmark for comparing programs on equal footing, regardless of commission rate or AOV. Aim for $5+ CPM as a baseline in most niches.