Affiliate marketing is one of the easiest ways to increase your WordPress revenue. In this guide, we’ll show you how to add affiliate links in WordPress — manually and with plugins — plus the fastest way using the Monetize Plugin.
Method 1: Add Affiliate Links Manually
- Log into your WordPress dashboard.
- Create or edit a post/page.
- Highlight the text where you want to add the affiliate link.
- Click the 🔗 “Insert/Edit Link” button.
- Paste your affiliate link (e.g., from eClickZ or another network).
- Check “Open in new tab” for best user experience.
Method 2: Use a Link Cloaking Plugin
Plugins like Pretty Links or ThirstyAffiliates let you cloak links (e.g., yoursite.com/go/product) to make them cleaner and track clicks. This method is good for product review blogs.
Method 3: Use the Monetize Plugin (Best Solution)
The Monetize Plugin automates everything:
- ✔ One-click integration with eClickZ
- ✔ Auto-inserts affiliate links into your content
- ✔ Provides real-time tracking of clicks and revenue
- ✔ Keeps your links updated automatically
This saves time and ensures you never miss monetization opportunities.
Best Practices for Affiliate Links
- ✔ Always disclose affiliate relationships (FTC compliance)
- ✔ Use contextual placements, not spammy popups
- ✔ Track performance and optimize based on data
Final Thoughts
Adding affiliate links to WordPress is simple, but maximizing revenue requires the right tools. If you want to save time and earn more, install the Monetize Plugin and start monetizing with eClickZ today.