Getting an account with a CPA network can sometimes be difficult since many of them want
people with experience.
Some are easier than others. Some people have problems getting accepted to different networks.
It is relatively easy to get accepted if you have your own website that is full of quality content. In
our “Affiliate Marketing Certification Course” (provided as a free bonus) we walked you
through how you can set up nice looking website from scratch very quickly.
Most networks will advise whether you have been approved within 2 days.
To choose which network you want to join, check out any reviews you can find and ensure they
have a good reputation, or check out our top network of the month which is advertised at the top
of this page and at the top of the forum.
TIP – We have our own private VIP Club CPA Network that has ALL the offers we own and
train on! It is for hard working affiliates only, but it doesn’t matter what experience level you are
– We accept beginners! We understnad everyone needs to start somewhere, so check out our
Powerhouse Affiliate VIP Club and read about the program details.
What to Expect When Applying to any CPA Network
Once you decide which CPA networks you want to apply to, you will sometimes have to answer
a series of questions. Not all networks have the same questions and sometimes you won’t get any
questions.
Apart from your name, company name and address here are some other questions you may be
asked when applying to networks:
· How experienced are you with CPA?
· Where is your traffic coming from?
· How much money per day/month do you spend on advertising?
· Do you belong to any advertising network?
· What are your monthly earning levels with these other networks?
· How did you hear about us?
These are just examples. When answering the questions just be sure to be honest – you do not
have to lie and say things that you think they want to hear.
HOW TO TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE CHOSEN THE RIGHT NETWORK
Choosing a network that is stable and has experienced staff who are truthful with their affiliates
is important if you want to make serious money.
If you just joined a network but you did not get a responsive affiliate manager…then you might
be on a lame network…the first thing you want to do when you get accepted is contact your
affiliate manager and ask for a list of their top performing affiliate offers that you can promote.
Be wary of affiliate networks who like to promote offers onto their affiliates just to generate
leads for the advertiser who squeaks the most…The offer probably has no traffic at all but the
affiliate manager is trying to get you to run it to make the advertiser happy.
If you have ever joined a network where your affiliate manager is feeding you with a bunch of
offers but no info on how to promote them then you are likely a victim of this exact scenario.
You want a network where they provide you traffic sources and ways to scale your campaigns.
Does your affiliate manager provide you with this stuff? If not, find a new affiliate manager.
CPA networks are highly competitive with one another and if they aren’t providing good service
its time to move on.
Some things we would recommend before you apply – make sure you have a website that is full
of good content OR at least have a game plan as to how you want to drive traffic, what types of
offers you think you want to promote, and an estimate of how much you plan to spend on setting
up campaigns.
If you don’t have a website, or if you are just starting out, you can still get accepted to networks.
You just have to be honest and tell them what you plan on doing – some networks only take
experienced affiliates and some understand that everyone has to start somewhere – and they are
bit more lenient in who they accept.
If you do not get accepted – it is ok – there are others – just keep trying and you will get in
somewhere. (just be careful not to join some shady network that wont pay or will scam you! Ask
in the Powerhouse Affiliate Forum if you are unsure…
The next lessons are going to get into much more detail about CPA affiliate marketing and how
to build a funnel and list, but your first step in making a killing with CPA is getting accepted into
a CPA Network!
FAQ’s for Affiliate Network Applications
What do I fill in on the CPA Network application for:
SS#/CorpID#/ABN
This is for US people. If you are not in the US just enter 000000 or not applicable if it allows
you.
Please List Website
Some networks require a website and some don’t. If they ask you for one you might be able to
leave it blank but if it is required you will need to place a website in here.
What type of traffic do you use?
You should do some research on what types of traffic you want to use. There is much more
information throughout this course about traffic. Make sure you tell them how you plan to drive
traffic.
How will you promote our offers?
Tell them what traffic sources you plan on using and methods.
AIM – give them your AIM id name if you have one. (chat service)
Skype – Same as Skype
Can I progress no further without a website/blog?
You definitely do NOT need a website to get accepted to a CPA network but many of them do
require this nowadays because they want to examine your marketing methods. It often speeds up
the approval process but if you leave it blank they may ask more questions.
Many of the top Networks want to work with professional affiliates, who have a site. However, it
doesn’t need to be a complex site with tons of traffic, just a simple personal site or blog should
be enough.
What Kind of Site Do I Need to Get Accepted?
I have found some networks will approve without much fuss others won’t. Just move on and
YOU WILL get one that will hook you up regardless of the site you have.
If I like an offer running in the US and I live in Australia
can I promote that offer from Australia, because there
would be a lot more traffic in the US?
Yes – you can promote your offer in any country. Just make sure that when you choose your
traffic source that you select one that allows you to target US traffic. Most paid traffic allows you
to “Geo Target” which means you chose what country to get the traffic from.
Why Am I not Approved Yet to a Network I applied to?
It takes time for them to approve you so be patient and keep checking. Sometimes up to 48 hours
or 3 days…
How do I deal with this W9 / W8-Ben?
These forms are required by most CPA networks to send your first payment. A W8 is for you if
you live outside if the US. In most cases you will need to make sure you have completed the
form and email it to to your affiliate manager. They will give you the required forms and
explained what they need from you. This is a very easy step to complete.
