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Frequently Asked Questions

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  1. I am a affiliate of somesite.com, can I use your service to promote my affiliate link?  Short answer is No, a good reason is below
  2. Do you guarantee my program will be listed?
  3. How many directories do you submit to?
  4. Which directories do you submit to?
  5. How long will the submissions take?
  6. What do I do if my listing is rejected? 
  7. Do I have to place the reciprocal links on my site?
  8. Our affiliate program is through a network, and it is an exclusive relationship, can we still use your service?

I am a affiliate, Can I use your service?

No, our submission service is only available to site owners, affiliate managers, or their marketing firms. 

There are few directories that will accept submissions from affiliates. In most cases if the submission is accepted your affiliate linking code will be changed to main URL or the directories' own affiliate code. In effect it would be a waste of your time and money to use our services. 

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Do you guarantee my program will be listed?

No, we guarantee that your program will be submitted to each directory in the proper format. Programs are listed in each directory at the owner's discretion. We work with you before any submissions are made to ensure that your information is accurate.

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How many directories will my program be submitted to?

This is dependant upon your site content, type of affiliate program, type of affiliates you accept and the number of directories you are already listed with. Each directory uses a different criteria. For an estimate of how many directories your program will be submitted to see our current services page. 

The total number of directories on our list actually changes from day to day as we discover new or inactive directories. 

 

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Which directories do you submit to?

Once we have completed your submissions you will receive a detailed report with a list of all directories. The report explains where we submitted your program and, if not why. 

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How long will the submissions take?

Average time start to finish will probably be 5 days. This includes a conservative estimate of 3 days preparation time. Once we actually begin your submissions we can usually complete all within 48 hours dependant upon current volume.

Remember, we are not 'blasting' your program to all the directories. There is no need to rush this, your submission, when accepted, will remain on a directory until your program has ended. We work with you before submitting to make sure all information is in order.

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What do I do if my listing is rejected?

Each directory has a criteria they use as to which programs they accept. To maximize the number of the directories that will accept your listing; here are the most avoidable reasons you may receive a rejection.

  1. Required reciprocal links were not found on your site
  2. No  reply to validation email request
  3. Directory was denied request to participate in your program
  4. If the above are satisfied, contact us  and we will attempt to supply a explanation.  

 

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Do I have to place the reciprocal links on my site?
There are a few directories that indicate they are required, some will not accept submissions until they see the reciprocal link. Others simply request that you extend them the courtesy. We will give you most of the required graphics (others will be emailed) and all requested graphics.

In some cases it will make a difference in their decision on accepting your submissions, if they see their link, they will be more likely to approve your listing.

 
In the end, it will be the Webmaster's discretion as to which sites they choose to list.
 
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Our affiliate program is through a network, and it is an exclusive relationship, can we still use your service?

Yes, no matter the type of affiliate tracking network or program you use, you may use our services.

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If you any questions, submit them We will reply to you personally and post your question and answer here if it fits a FAQ.


 
 

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