You’re reading a blog or scrolling through a product review,
and you spot a link that says something like “Check the price here” or “Buy
now.” You click it.
The page opens. You shop. Maybe you buy something.
But have you ever wondered what’s happening behind the
scenes when you click an affiliate link?
Affiliate marketing may sound complicated, but it’s
surprisingly simple when you understand the basics. In this blog, we’ll break
it down in easy terms — so the next time you click, you’ll know exactly what’s
going on.
An affiliate link is a special type of link that tracks
your visit from one website (like a blog or deal site) to a brand’s store.
It looks like a normal link, but it contains a tracking
code that tells the store,
“Hey, this visitor came from TrandyReviews!”
If you buy something after clicking that link, the blogger
or site you came from may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
Let’s simplify the process step by step:
1.
You click an affiliate link on
TrandyReviews.com
2.
Your browser is quickly redirected to the
product page (often through a tracking network)
3.
During that redirection, a cookie (a tiny
file) is placed in your browser
4.
The cookie stores info like:
o Where
did you come from (affiliate site)
o Which
link did you click
o A
time stamp of your visit
5.
If you make a purchase — whether immediately or
within a set number of days (like 7 or 30) — the brand tracks that back to
TrandyReviews
6.
The site earns a small commission for referring
you
Nope. Not a single cent more.
Affiliate commissions come from the company’s marketing
budget, not from your pocket. You pay the same price whether you use the
affiliate link or go directly to the brand’s site.
Thanks to coupon and deal sites like TrandyReviews, you
often pay less, since we help you find active discounts, bundles, and
limited-time offers.
Affiliate links are how many blogs, YouTube channels, and
review platforms stay free to use.
Instead of charging visitors or showing pop-up ads
everywhere, they earn small rewards when you click and shop through their
links. It’s a win-win setup:
It’s a cleaner, more value-driven way to monetize content.
Sometimes it’s clearly labeled (“affiliate link” or “we may
earn a commission”). Other times, it might just look like a normal product link,
but still include a tracking code.
If you want to be sure:
At TrandyReviews.com, transparency is key. We believe in
showing only the best products and deals — and earning your trust along
the way.
Clicking an affiliate link doesn’t cost you anything. It
often saves you money while helping support the people who bring you
helpful guides, reviews, and discount offers.
So next time you click on a product link from a site like TrandyReviews, you’ll know:
Affiliate marketing works best when it's honest, helpful,
and clear — and that’s the kind of experience we’re proud to offer every day.