Awin Affiliate Network
Awin is a global affiliate marketing network and partnership platform connecting advertisers with publishers, creators, influencers, and other affiliate partners. The network has operated since 2000 and now connects more than 30,000 advertisers with more than 1M + publishers and partners worldwide.
Affiliate Quick Facts
Company at a Glance
Awin has pioneered affiliate marketing partnerships since 2000. Today, Awin connects brands with over 1M + publishers and partners across a global network. Awin is part of the Axel Springer Group and covers various verticals including finance and insurance, retail and shopping, travel and telco.
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Awin Affiliate Network Overview
Awin provides a marketplace and technology infrastructure through which publishers, creators, influencers, media businesses, technology partners and other affiliates can discover advertiser programmes, apply to programmes, create tracking links and monitor performance. Advertiser programme terms, commission rates and approval requirements can vary by programme.
Who Is Awin For?Awin Network Details
Key information about the Awin affiliate network and publisher platform.
| Network | Awin |
| Network Type | Affiliate & Partnership Network |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Awin Brand | 2017 |
| Headquarters | Berlin, Germany |
| Parent Company | Axel Springer Group |
| Team | 1,400+ people |
| Advertisers | 30,000+ |
| Publishers & Partners | 1M+ |
| Partner Types | Content publishers, coupon and cashback sites, creators, influencers, media, comparison sites and technology partners |
| Tracking | Affiliate link tracking, transaction reporting and performance analytics |
| Cookie Duration | 30 days |
| Payment Threshold | £20 for BACS payments |
| Payment Schedule | 1st and 15th of every month |
| Payment Methods | BACS, international wire transfer, ACH, and SEPA transfer |
| Approval | Publisher approval and individual advertiser programme approval may apply |
| Service Areas | Global network with programmes and availability varying by advertiser, market and publisher account |
| Affiliate Dashboard | Available through the Awin platform after publisher account approval |
Categories
Service Areas
Awin operates as a global network with local teams and programmes across multiple markets. Availability, advertiser participation and programme terms can differ by country and individual programme.
Products & Services
Advertiser Directory
Browse advertiser programmes and identify brands relevant to your audience and promotional model.
Affiliate Links & Link Builder
Create trackable affiliate links for eligible advertiser programmes and promotional campaigns.
Tracking & Reporting
Track clicks, transactions, commissions, and performance through Awin’s reporting tools.
Product Data Feeds
Eligible advertisers can provide product data feeds that publishers can use in commerce and content experiences.
Creator & Influencer Partnerships
Creators and influencers can use affiliate links across content, social posts, video and other approved channels.
Publisher Payments
Eligible publisher earnings are paid according to applicable account, regional, currency and programme requirements.
Find Brands & Affiliate Programmes on Awin
Explore Awin’s advertiser marketplace, find programmes relevant to your audience and build affiliate partnerships through the platform.
Explore Awin →Joining Terms & Conditions
Publisher registration is free, and individual advertiser programme participation is subject to Awin’s current publisher terms, compliance requirements and the terms set by each advertiser.
How Awin Works
The Awin publisher workflow combines account setup, advertiser discovery, programme applications, tracking and payments.
Create Your Awin Account
Register as a publisher and provide the information requested during the sign-up process.
Complete Your Profile
Add your promotional channels, publisher type, sectors, and other account information.
Discover Advertisers
Browse Awin’s advertiser directory and review available programme information.
Apply to Programmes
Apply to advertiser programmes that fit your content, audience and promotional methods.
Create & Share Links
Use approved affiliate links and promotional assets to send qualified traffic to advertisers.
Track & Get Paid
Monitor performance and receive eligible commissions according to Awin’s applicable payment requirements.
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Explore Awin →Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns Awin?
Awin’s parent company is Axel Springer Group. Awin and ShareASale now work together.
When was Awin founded?
Awin traces its affiliate marketing roots to 2000. The Awin brand was introduced in 2017 following the rebranding of Affiliate Window and zanox.
What is Awin’s payment threshold?
For publishers receiving BACS payments, the minimum payment threshold is £20.
When does Awin pay affiliates?
Awin schedules payment on the 1st and 15th of every month.
What payment methods does Awin support?
Payment methods supported by Awin include BACS, international wire transfer, ACH and SEPA transfer.
What is Awin’s cookie duration?
Awin offers a 30-day cookie window for its affiliate programs.
What types of publishers can join Awin?
Awin supports a broad range of publisher types, including content publishers, coupon and cashback sites, creators and influencers, news & media websites, and technology partners.
How do I find brands on Awin?
Once you complete your profile, you can go to the Advertisers section and find relevant brands that you want to work with.
