{"id":7939,"date":"2024-09-23T14:32:32","date_gmt":"2024-09-23T12:32:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/oldferdykorpershoek.com\/?p=7939"},"modified":"2024-09-23T15:19:31","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T13:19:31","slug":"start-affiliate-marketing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/start-affiliate-marketing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start Affiliate Marketing in 2024 (Insights From a $1M+ Affiliate Marketer)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you want to <strong>start a successful affiliate marketing business<\/strong> in 2024? Great idea! The affiliate marketing industry, worth over $17 billion, offers a great avenue for anyone with an online audience to make money online \u2013 myself included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Starting a successful affiliate marketing business involves finding a niche, establishing an online presence, creating helpful content for your target audience, signing up for affiliate networks, embedding affiliate links, and leveraging video content to drive traffic and generate revenue.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">If you&#8217;re serious about starting affiliate marketing and eager to learn from someone who&#8217;s earned over $1M in affiliate commissions (yes, that&#8217;s me!), this post is your go-to guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-37d9e21c      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>How to start affiliate marketing<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#1-find-your-niche-and-products\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">1. Find your niche and products<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#2-set-up-your-affiliate-marketing-website\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">2. Set up your affiliate marketing website<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#3-set-up-google-analytics\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">3. Set up Google Analytics<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#4-set-up-google-search-console\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">4. Set up Google Search Console<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#5-install-an-seo-plugin\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">5. Install an SEO plugin<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#6-do-market-research\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">6. Do market research<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#7-plan-and-write-content-for-your-website\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">7. Plan and write content for your website<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#8-sign-up-as-an-affiliate\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">8. Sign up as an affiliate<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#9-leverage-video-content\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">9. Leverage video content<\/a><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-start-affiliate-marketing-video-tutorial\">How to start affiliate marketing  &#8211; video tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Complete Affiliate Marketing Course For Beginners 2024\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vCKMB8OCmDU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-affiliate-marketing\"><strong>What is affiliate marketing?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Affiliate marketing is promoting someone else\u2019s products or services to earn a commission on each sale. You don&#8217;t have to own any products or invest to buy products in affiliate marketing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, you promote other\u2019s products and when people buy them via your affiliate link, you earn a commission on each sale you generate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-marketing-process-3.webp\" alt=\"an illustration depicting the affiliate marketing process and how affiliate marketing works\" class=\"wp-image-8062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-marketing-process-3.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-marketing-process-3-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-marketing-process-3-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-marketing-process-3-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-marketing-process-3-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Ferdy\u2019s Field Files &#8211; Amazon Associates Program<\/strong><br>Take Amazon, for example. Amazon runs an affiliate program that allows registered affiliate partners to promote their products by placing affiliate links (unique to them) on their YouTube channels, social media posts, or blogs.&nbsp;When someone from their audience buys that product on Amazon using their unique affiliate link, they earn a commission.&nbsp;That\u2019s a win-win-win for all parties involved. Amazon gets more sales on its platform, affiliate marketers earn more income through commissions, and the customers get the products they want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-become-an-affiliate-marketer\"><strong>Why become an affiliate marketer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Eight-reasons-to-become-an-affiliate-marketer.webp\" alt=\"an illustration listing the top 8 reasons to become an affiliate marketer\" class=\"wp-image-7968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Eight-reasons-to-become-an-affiliate-marketer.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Eight-reasons-to-become-an-affiliate-marketer-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Eight-reasons-to-become-an-affiliate-marketer-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Eight-reasons-to-become-an-affiliate-marketer-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Eight-reasons-to-become-an-affiliate-marketer-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are eight reasons to become an affiliate marketer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forget about hunting or creating a product. Why? Because you are endorsing and marketing someone else\u2019s product to earn a commission.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don&#8217;t have to worry about stock, inventory management, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s a <strong>risk-free business model<\/strong>\u2014no upfront investment. Plus, you can even return your domain name and web hosting if you want to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affiliate marketing does not need 24-hour attention. It <strong>operates on autopilot<\/strong>, generating cash even when you sleep. I still generate affiliate revenue from content that I created back in 2017!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once results start coming, there\u2019s no limit to your earning potential. Get ready to <strong>experience exponential growth<\/strong> in this business.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can <strong>operate anonymously<\/strong>. Yes, you must build authority for the website, but it does not mean showing the world your real self.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can <strong>work remotely<\/strong>. No sitting in an office cubicle or workspace. As long as you have a laptop and internet, you can run an affiliate business anywhere. Try to avoid doing it on your smartphone, though.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No customer service headaches<\/strong>. If customers don\u2019t like a product they bought through your affiliate link, they\u2019ll contact the brand\u2019s customer support, not you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adopting-the-right-affiliate-marketing-mindset\"><strong>Adopting the right affiliate marketing mindset<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The affiliate marketing mindset can be categorized into two broad categories: involved and unattached. Let me break it down for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Involved affiliate marketing:<\/strong> This approach involves a deep understanding of the products or services you&#8217;re promoting. As an involved affiliate marketer, you leverage your expertise in the product&#8217;s niche to build trust with your audience. Your recommendations are based on personal experience and genuine belief in the product&#8217;s value. Like what I do.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unattached affiliate marketing: <\/strong>Unattached affiliate marketing doesn&#8217;t require you to have expertise in the product&#8217;s niche or even use the product. It&#8217;s more about leveraging marketing skills to drive traffic to a product link. Here, your connection with the product is minimal. Instead, you solely focus on effective advertising strategies to generate sales.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choosing-the-affiliate-marketing-path.webp\" alt=\"an illustration showing the difference between involved and unattached affiliate marketing,\" class=\"wp-image-8063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choosing-the-affiliate-marketing-path.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choosing-the-affiliate-marketing-path-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choosing-the-affiliate-marketing-path-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choosing-the-affiliate-marketing-path-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choosing-the-affiliate-marketing-path-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Both approaches have merits, but your choice should align with your brand&#8217;s values and audience&#8217;s expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\">For me, the <strong>right affiliate marketing mindset<\/strong> is one where your primary focus is <strong>helping people<\/strong>, not making money. You\u2019ll ultimately make money if people find your content helpful. Understanding this principle is very important before you step into affiliate marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To put this into practice, start by identifying problems. Then, address them in the content you write for your audience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, take the common query for the <a href=\"http:\/\/oldferdykorpershoek.com\/site-and-admin-enhancements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>best WordPress plugin<\/strong><\/a>. As a seasoned web developer experienced in WordPress, I consider this a problem that requires a solution. I will write a blog post titled \u201cTop 10 WordPress Plugins in 2024.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ll address the important factors to consider when choosing a WordPress plugin, along with my top premium and free recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, I will be helping people make informed decisions and naturally position myself to earn affiliate commissions as a byproduct of providing valuable information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember this: affiliate marketing is all about genuinely helping others and earning in the process.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to become a successful affiliate marketer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify people\u2019s problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create high-quality content that addresses their problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommend products with your custom affiliate link that solve their problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choosing-between-physical-vs-digital-products\"><strong>Choosing between physical vs digital products<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The choice between promoting physical and digital products is equally important. Take a digital camera, for example. Manufacturing a physical product like this involves assembling parts globally, requiring extensive resources, labor, and costs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This often results in higher retail prices and lower commission percentages for affiliates. While you can promote high-ticket physical products like a $3700 digital camera, your potential buyer pool may be limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Conversely, promoting a SaaS subscription costing $40 a month with a 40% recurring affiliate commission can be more scalable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why? Because it\u2019s a digital product that the company created once and can now sell repeatedly without significant expenses. This offers a lower entry barrier for customers and a consistent income stream for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Makes sense? Look at the math below for further clarity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-very-light-gray-to-cyan-bluish-gray-gradient-background has-background\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Factor<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Digital Camera<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SaaS Subscription<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><td>$3700 (one-time)<\/td><td>$40\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Affiliate Commission<\/strong><\/td><td>2%<\/td><td>40%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Website Visitors<\/strong><\/td><td>10000<\/td><td>10000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Paid Customers<\/strong><\/td><td>30<\/td><td>300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Affiliate Payout<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>$2220 (one-time)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>$4800\/mo (recurring)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-my-affiliate-marketing-journey-172000-case-study\"><strong>My affiliate marketing journey + $172000 case study<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I have been doing affiliate marketing for over a decade. It&#8217;s been so lucrative for me. Here\u2019s a quick breakdown of my progress over the years:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/92d_0bKdRIrit5nRrZUUN7ZsE34gf1mq-IP6gII1e-_KU8qdICuUN05oEQ77DVO9K4LnAk-ZtWSeVith1JKJuzTDlsqojDtYM9WSl1sycDj4tvUezY8Id7Gb6TaPYWyxsRzxPmfA3XrXTNiPbnLCwrI\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I made a promising $2,000 in my first six months. After that, I made $3500 in subsequent years and then $5000 a year after. I saw a consistent rise in my affiliate income, even after an affiliate program switch in 2018.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s not the end. My success stories include the Divi theme, bringing in $172,000, and a tool like WebinarJam, generating me steady monthly income for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the pandemic hit in 2019 and online marketing tools saw a boost, I started endorsing them. For example, my content about an advanced Zoom live streaming tool contributed a lot to my affiliate income and has been lucrative to this day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that these are just glimpses of my affiliate marketing journey. I have many more affiliate products that generate thousands of dollars every month.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\">I\u2019m neither a marketer nor do I have a sales background, but I made <strong>over 1 million dollars<\/strong> with affiliate marketing. Do you know why? Because of my <strong>persistence<\/strong>. Complete dedication to what I was doing and persistence made all of this possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-start-an-affiliate-marketing-business-in-8-steps\"><strong>How to start an affiliate marketing business in 8 steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As beginner affiliate marketers, lots of you may find affiliate marketing challenging and not immediately fruitful. While that\u2019s true, it\u2019s important not to let these early hurdles overshadow the substantial rewards that await you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A major benefit of affiliate marketing work is its &#8216;set and forget&#8217; nature \u2013 a focused initial effort can lead to sustained earnings over time. Remember my WebinarJam example? I created just one video about it in 2017 and continue to reap the rewards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real secret lies in your persistence and diligent application of the steps that I&#8217;m about to share. Stay consistent and your early affiliate marketing efforts will pay off in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-find-your-niche-and-products\"><strong>1. Find your niche and products<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you need to find a niche to write content about. Most people spend too much time finding a niche, but I have a simple formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Affiliate-Marketing-Equation.webp\" alt=\"an illustration showing the affiliate marketing equation for finding the ideal niche\" class=\"wp-image-7969\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Affiliate-Marketing-Equation.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Affiliate-Marketing-Equation-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Affiliate-Marketing-Equation-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Affiliate-Marketing-Equation-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Affiliate-Marketing-Equation-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Interest:<\/strong> Brainstorm topics you are interested in or know about. Think about your hobbies, interests, or areas of expertise. Rate your genuine interest in various topics from 1 to 10.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Market demand:<\/strong> Conduct market research. to determine if a demand exists for your identified niche. You can use different tools such as <a href=\"https:\/\/trends.google.com\/trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Google Trends<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/answersocrates.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Answer Socrates<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/explodingtopics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Exploding Topics<\/strong><\/a> Score the market demand based on search trends and customer interest, again from 1 to 10.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Profitability:<\/strong> Identify niches within your chosen market with high demand and less competition. Assess the potential earnings from affiliate programs in these topics, scoring them 1-10.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Competition level:<\/strong> Finally, estimate the level of competition and inversely score it (10 for low competition, 1 for high).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Multiply the interest, market demand, and profitability scores, then divide by the competition score. The higher the final number, the more suitable the niche is for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-finding-the-right-products-to-promote\"><strong>Finding the right products to promote<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, look for the relevant products you can advertise on your blog. But how do you know what product to promote? There are two ways to do this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find high-paying affiliate programs related to your interests and passion.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find the best affiliate programs and pick the ones you resonate with the most.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>I like finding the best affiliate programs related to my interests and passion. This allows me to create content on subjects I am genuinely interested in helping people. And this is what differentiates a successful affiliate marketer from an average affiliate marketer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, I am a YouTuber and love growing <a href=\"http:\/\/youtube.com\/c\/ferdykorpershoek?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>my YouTube channel<\/strong><\/a>. I can start a blog that helps YouTubers grow their YouTube channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On this blog, I can cover topics most YouTubers need help with, like getting your YouTube thumbnails right, writing the perfect titles, what camera gear and equipment to use, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using my unique affiliate links, I can recommend all the tools and gear I use to run my YouTube channel in these blog posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re someone who\u2019s into fitness. You could start a fitness blog, teach people how to build muscle or lose weight, and recommend the supplements and training gear you use. Or perhaps that Keto diet course on Udemy you found helpful. The possibilities are endless!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-set-up-your-affiliate-marketing-website\"><strong>2. Set up your affiliate marketing website<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now comes the tricky part. Picture this: your physical store has amazing products, but your display is not enticing. Do you think prospects will enter your store? Probably not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same rule applies to an affiliate marketing business. And to attract more website visitors, you need to create a compelling website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to website creation, you can\u2019t get wrong with WordPress. Follow the steps below to <a href=\"http:\/\/oldferdykorpershoek.com\/create-wordpress-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>create a WordPress website<\/strong><\/a> for your affiliate marketing business:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-step-1-get-web-hosting-and-domain-name\"><strong>Step 1: Get web hosting and domain name<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>First, choose a web hosting provider and get a domain name for your website. I recommend <a href=\"http:\/\/webhosting35.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hostinger<\/strong><\/a> if you want a blazing-fast web hosting service with a money-back guarantee. To put the cherry on top, they were kind enough to offer <a href=\"http:\/\/webhosting35.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>exclusive discounted deal<\/strong><\/a><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/webhosting35.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">s<\/a><\/strong> for my audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/webhosting35.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Try Hostinger<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick run-down of how to get web hosting and a free domain with Hostinger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Go-to-Hostinger-1.webp\" alt=\"exclusive Hostinger deals\" class=\"wp-image-7974\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Go-to-Hostinger-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Go-to-Hostinger-1-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Go-to-Hostinger-1-1024x570.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Go-to-Hostinger-1-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Go-to-Hostinger-1-600x334.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the button above to <a href=\"http:\/\/webhosting35.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>visit Hostinger<\/strong><\/a>. You\u2019ll be redirected to the exclusive pricing page shown above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"711\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Select-Your-Plan-1.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger WordPress web hosting plans\" class=\"wp-image-7976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Select-Your-Plan-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Select-Your-Plan-1-300x178.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Select-Your-Plan-1-1024x607.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Select-Your-Plan-1-768x455.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Select-Your-Plan-1-600x356.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, pick a plan that best suits your needs. Go for the WordPress Starter plan if you plan to create no more than 10 websites and enjoy a free domain for a year. No need to install WordPress either, as it comes pre-installed with the plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-a-Period.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger check out\" class=\"wp-image-7977\" style=\"width:911px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-a-Period.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-a-Period-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-a-Period-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-a-Period-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-a-Period-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Decide the duration of your plan. There are options for up to 48 months of web hosting,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Set-up-your-account.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger account set up\" class=\"wp-image-7978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Set-up-your-account.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Set-up-your-account-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Set-up-your-account-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Set-up-your-account-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Set-up-your-account-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, create your account by entering your email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-Payment-method.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger payment methods\" class=\"wp-image-7980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-Payment-method.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-Payment-method-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-Payment-method-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-Payment-method-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Choose-Payment-method-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, choose your payment method. Hostinger offers multiple payment methods depending on your location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Use-my-coupon.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger free coupon code\" class=\"wp-image-7981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Use-my-coupon.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Use-my-coupon-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Use-my-coupon-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Use-my-coupon-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hostinger-Use-my-coupon-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, add your payment info to complete your purchase. You can also use my coupon code, FERDY, for an additional discount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve picked a web hosting plan, choose a domain name. There are two ways of doing this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Branded domain:<\/strong> Perfect for creating a personal brand. Example: freddiedavid.com.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Niche-relevant domain:<\/strong> Ideal for establishing authority over a niche. Example: ytmastery.com<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to create a personal brand, I suggest using a domain name relevant to your niche.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you plan to create content around pianos, an ideal domain would be \u201clearnpiano.com\u201d or \u201cperfectpianist.com.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case, you bought the WordPress Starter plan, you need to claim your free domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-claim-a-free-domain-1.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger choose a suitable domain extension\" class=\"wp-image-7988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-claim-a-free-domain-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-claim-a-free-domain-1-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-claim-a-free-domain-1-1024x570.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-claim-a-free-domain-1-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-claim-a-free-domain-1-600x334.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To claim your free domain name, click \u201cSelect\u201d right under the tab displaying \u201cClaim a Free Domain.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-choose-a-suitable-domain.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-choose-a-suitable-domain.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-choose-a-suitable-domain-300x104.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-choose-a-suitable-domain-1024x356.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-choose-a-suitable-domain-768x267.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-choose-a-suitable-domain-600x209.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Pick your domain extension. If your target audience is global, go for the .com domain extension. If you\u2019re targeting people in a specific location, look for the relevant country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-type-domain-name.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger check your domain name availability\" class=\"wp-image-7990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-type-domain-name.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-type-domain-name-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-type-domain-name-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-type-domain-name-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-type-domain-name-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, enter your desired domain and check if it\u2019s available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you cannot find a domain name due to unavailability, I suggest using the formula below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Domain-name-formula-.webp\" alt=\"an illustration displaying how to create  a domain name\" class=\"wp-image-7982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Domain-name-formula-.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Domain-name-formula--300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Domain-name-formula--1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Domain-name-formula--768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Domain-name-formula--600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Example: ferdyandpianos.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-complete-registration.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger complete domain registration\" class=\"wp-image-7991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-complete-registration.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-complete-registration-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-complete-registration-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-complete-registration-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-complete-registration-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, start filling in the information required to complete your domain name registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-configure-wordpress\"><strong>Step 2: Configure WordPress<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This will probably be the most tedious part of the process, so I\u2019ll try to get this done as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please bear with me and follow along:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Start with enabling SSL.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-control-panel.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger control panel\" class=\"wp-image-7992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-control-panel.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-control-panel-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-control-panel-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-control-panel-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostinger-control-panel-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Head to Hostinger\u2019s Control Panel by clicking \u201cManage Site\u201d.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-wordpress-dashboard.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger go to WordPress dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-7993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-wordpress-dashboard.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-wordpress-dashboard-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-wordpress-dashboard-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-wordpress-dashboard-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-wordpress-dashboard-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cWordPress Dashboard.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/force-https-settings.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger enable Force HTTPS\" class=\"wp-image-7994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/force-https-settings.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/force-https-settings-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/force-https-settings-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/force-https-settings-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/force-https-settings-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Enable the \u201cForce HTTPS\u201d toggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/install-ssl.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger install SSL\" class=\"wp-image-7995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/install-ssl.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/install-ssl-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/install-ssl-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/install-ssl-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/install-ssl-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A pop-up will appear on your screen. Click \u201cInstall SSL.\u201d This will enable SSL on your website, making it secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Next, clean your WordPress.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By default, you\u2019ll notice your WordPress site has a few widgets and plugins pre-installed. These are not necessary. Let\u2019s clean and remove up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/uncheck-all.webp\" alt=\"WordPress uncheck all the widgets on the screen options tab\" class=\"wp-image-7996\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/uncheck-all.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/uncheck-all-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/uncheck-all-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/uncheck-all-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/uncheck-all-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cScreen Options\u201d on the dashboard and uncheck all the widgets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-plugins-in-dashboard.webp\" alt=\"WordPress dashboard plugins\" class=\"wp-image-7997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-plugins-in-dashboard.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-plugins-in-dashboard-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-plugins-in-dashboard-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-plugins-in-dashboard-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/go-to-plugins-in-dashboard-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, it\u2019s time to remove the plugins. Click \u201cPlugins\u201d on the dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/deactivate-plugins.webp\" alt=\"WordPress deactivate plugins\" class=\"wp-image-7998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/deactivate-plugins.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/deactivate-plugins-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/deactivate-plugins-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/deactivate-plugins-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/deactivate-plugins-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Select all the plugins one by one. Hit \u201cBulk Actions\u201d followed by \u201cDeactivate\u201d and apply the changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/delete-plugins.webp\" alt=\"WordPress delete plugins\" class=\"wp-image-7999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/delete-plugins.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/delete-plugins-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/delete-plugins-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/delete-plugins-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/delete-plugins-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Repeat the process:&nbsp; Select all plugins &gt; Bulk actions &gt; Delete &gt; Apply &gt; OK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>After that, change the permalink.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/permalinks.webp\" alt=\"Hostinger settings for permalinks\" class=\"wp-image-8000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/permalinks.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/permalinks-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/permalinks-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/permalinks-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/permalinks-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On the dashboard, click Settings &gt; Permalinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tap-on-post-name.webp\" alt=\"WordPress change permalink to post name\" class=\"wp-image-8001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tap-on-post-name.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tap-on-post-name-300x170.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tap-on-post-name-1024x579.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tap-on-post-name-768x434.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tap-on-post-name-600x339.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the \u201cPost name\u201d option and hit \u201cSave Changes\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Edit your profile.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/update-profile.webp\" alt=\"WordPress update profile\" class=\"wp-image-8002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/update-profile.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/update-profile-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/update-profile-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/update-profile-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/update-profile-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hover the cursor to your profile, click Edit Profile &gt; Enter First Name and Last Name &gt; Display name publicly as your name &gt; Update Profile. You can also update your profile picture using Gravatar. It comes with a monthly subscription costing $50\/mo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Make sure your website is secure.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/settings-general.webp\" alt=\"WordPress general settings\" class=\"wp-image-8003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/settings-general.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/settings-general-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/settings-general-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/settings-general-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/settings-general-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On the dashboard, click Settings &gt; General.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-http-to-https.webp\" alt=\"WordPress change http to https\" class=\"wp-image-8004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-http-to-https.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-http-to-https-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-http-to-https-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-http-to-https-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-http-to-https-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Add \u201chttps\u201d to WordPress Address (URL) and Site Address (URL) &gt; Save Changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Configure the general settings.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/language-time-settings.webp\" alt=\"WordPress update time and language settings \" class=\"wp-image-8005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/language-time-settings.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/language-time-settings-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/language-time-settings-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/language-time-settings-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/language-time-settings-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Change the \u201cSite Language,\u201d \u201cTimezone,\u201d \u201cDate Format,\u201d \u201cTime Format,\u201d and \u201cWeek Starts On\u201d as you like and click \u201cSave Changes\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-create-a-site-title-nbsp\"><strong>Step 3: Create a site title&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Your website\u2019s title is a very important search engine ranking factor. So, it makes sense to get it right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To create engaging, search-engine-optimized site titles, follow this formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-title-formula.webp\" alt=\"an illustration showing how to create a search engine optimized title for website\" class=\"wp-image-8006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-title-formula.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-title-formula-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-title-formula-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-title-formula-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-title-formula-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s revisit my YouTube affiliate blog example. If I were to create an engaging site title for this blog, I\u2019d use this formula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-1.webp\" alt=\"Setting your WordPress site title\" class=\"wp-image-8009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-1-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>First, I\u2019ll brainstorm the terms\/phrases closest to the content I will write on this blog. For example, \u201cgrow your YouTube channel\u201d would be the closest match to my niche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-2-1.webp\" alt=\"setting your site title on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-2-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-2-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-2-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-2-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Site-Title-step-2-1-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, I\u2019ll enter this phrase on Google and look for suggestions under the search bar. For example, the next best suggestion for this search term is \u201cgrow your YouTube channel fast.\u201d This suggests it\u2019s a popular search term for my target audience, so I should use it in my site title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, because I want to create a personal brand (that\u2019s a choice; you don\u2019t have to), I will add the brand name I chose for this blog, i.e., Freddie David.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My site title should appear like this: Grow Your YouTube Channel Fast With Freddie David<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope you get the drill. Follow this process, and your site title will be ready in less than a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-create-a-logo-and-favicon\"><strong>Step 4: Create a logo and favicon<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Back in 2009, when I started my own company, I hesitated to fully commit because I didn\u2019t have a logo. It might sound trivial, but not having a logo made it difficult for me to take my business seriously!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I don&#8217;t want you to face the same hurdle I did (unless there&#8217;s someone like me out there, haha!). So, let\u2019s dive into how you can create a logo or if design isn&#8217;t your thing, how to outsource it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m not a graphic designer, and I like doing what I do best (making WordPress tutorials on YouTube). If you can afford $10 for a logo, I recommend you hire someone on <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/fiverr.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fiverr<\/strong><\/a>. There are some really talented people on this platform that I\u2019m sure will do a great job and save you time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to create a logo yourself, I recommend <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/canva\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Canva<\/strong><\/a>. It\u2019s straightforward\u2014perfect for tech-averse people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re at it, I\u2019d like to share some inspirations for creating your logo. For example, look at the logos of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tonyrobbins.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Tony Robbins<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/brendon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Brendon Burchard<\/strong><\/a> below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Classic-logo-inspirations.webp\" alt=\"an illustration showing classic logo examples. Simple and clean and minimalist logos.\" class=\"wp-image-8013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Classic-logo-inspirations.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Classic-logo-inspirations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Classic-logo-inspirations-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Classic-logo-inspirations-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Classic-logo-inspirations-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019re simple and clean. Exactly the style I like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to create a simple and clean logo on Canva:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/fonts.google.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Google Fonts<\/strong><\/a>. Type your brand name on the search bar and see which fonts you like the best. I like Nunito Sans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-select-logo-1.webp\" alt=\"Canva create a logo\" class=\"wp-image-8016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-select-logo-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-select-logo-1-300x170.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-select-logo-1-1024x579.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-select-logo-1-768x434.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-select-logo-1-600x339.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sign up on Canva. Click the \u201cCreate a design\u201d button. Select \u201cLogo.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-style-logo.webp\" alt=\"Canva style your logo\" class=\"wp-image-8017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-style-logo.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-style-logo-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-style-logo-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-style-logo-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-style-logo-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter your brand name in a text box and adjust the font size and color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-download-logo.webp\" alt=\"Canva download logo\" class=\"wp-image-8018\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-download-logo.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-download-logo-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-download-logo-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-download-logo-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/canva-logo-download-logo-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hit \u201cShare.\u201d Select the image dimension and format you prefer and hit \u201cDownload.\u201d Your logo is ready!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Repeat the same process to create a favicon like the one below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/nKCQ4eUZwZy6W0n4ZOG3McvaLBbp6bb8zSZNZyoIWeEudmM-w4X5Y9memYyzozUssCtp69vfV3Tq58oeyCDs7N5bd1Lb5n8r6f3gmmYq5W8mFhXx8UP7w-ADflzoqMFqRBw4SUGf7MG4Ps_TpM0EDhQ\" alt=\"canva create a favicon\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With your logo and favicon ready, let&#8217;s add them to your WordPress website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Add your logo to WordPress:<\/strong> Click Media &gt; Add New &gt; Select Files &gt; Upload Image &gt; Publish<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Add your Favicon to WordPress:<\/strong> Click Customize &gt; Site identity &gt; Select site icon &gt; Upload Files &gt; Publish<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-select-a-wordpress-theme\"><strong>Step 5: Select a WordPress theme<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing that pumps the blood to your website is its theme. There are both paid and free WordPress themes. It&#8217;s best to go for free ones. But what exactly is a WordPress theme?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Ferdy\u2019s Fundamentals &#8211; What is a WordPress theme?<\/strong><br>A WordPress theme is a collection of files that work together to create the design and functionality of a WordPress site. Each theme offers different styles and layouts, allowing users to customize the appearance and feel of their website easily. You can find both paid and free WordPress themes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing a WordPress theme, ensure your website&#8217;s style, features, and goals match it. To simplify this process, I spent hours finding the best WordPress theme for affiliate marketing. It\u2019s called <a href=\"https:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/blocksy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Blocksy<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/blocksy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Get Blocksy Theme<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply click the button above to <a href=\"https:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/blocksy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>download the Blocksy theme<\/strong><\/a> on your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once downloaded, follow the process below to install the Blocksy theme on your WordPress website:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/appearance-upload-blocksy-theme.webp\" alt=\"Upload Blocksy theme to WordPress site\" class=\"wp-image-8019\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/appearance-upload-blocksy-theme.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/appearance-upload-blocksy-theme-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/appearance-upload-blocksy-theme-1024x570.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/appearance-upload-blocksy-theme-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/appearance-upload-blocksy-theme-600x334.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click Appearance &gt; Themes &gt; Add New &gt; Upload Theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-.webp\" alt=\"Download Blocksy theme on WordPress and install\" class=\"wp-image-8021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install--300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install--1024x578.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install--768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install--600x339.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Drag and drop the downloaded Blocksy theme to the upload tab and hit \u201cInstall Now.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-activate.webp\" alt=\"Find Blocksy in themes on WordPress and activate\" class=\"wp-image-8023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-activate.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-activate-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-activate-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-activate-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-activate-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Or search \u201cBlocksy&#8221; in the tab at the top right corner of your screen. Click Install &gt; Activate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-blocksy-2.webp\" alt=\"Install Blocksy companion on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-blocksy-2.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-blocksy-2-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-blocksy-2-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-blocksy-2-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/blocksy-theme-install-blocksy-2-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, click Appearance &gt; Themes &gt; Install Blocksy Companion. That\u2019s it! Blocksy is installed on your WordPress website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of customizations you can perform on your WordPress website to make the theme look better.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But to save you some time (1 hour, to be precise), I created a folder with a <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/amstuff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ready-to-use WordPress theme<\/strong><\/a> for an affiliate site with all the customization settings built in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And I\u2019m giving it away for free! Click the button below to download the WordPress theme customizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/amstuff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Free WordPress Theme<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply these customizations to your site, follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/import-wordpress.webp\" alt=\"import theme customization on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8026\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/import-wordpress.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/import-wordpress-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/import-wordpress-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/import-wordpress-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/import-wordpress-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Import blog posts:<\/strong> Click Tools &gt; Import &gt; WordPress (Install Now).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/run-wordpress-importer.webp\" alt=\"run the WordPress importer\" class=\"wp-image-8027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/run-wordpress-importer.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/run-wordpress-importer-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/run-wordpress-importer-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/run-wordpress-importer-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/run-wordpress-importer-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hit \u201cRun Importer.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choose-blog-file-and-upload.webp\" alt=\"import blog posts into wordpress\" class=\"wp-image-8025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choose-blog-file-and-upload.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choose-blog-file-and-upload-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choose-blog-file-and-upload-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choose-blog-file-and-upload-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/choose-blog-file-and-upload-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose File &gt; Folder (amstuff) &gt; File (5 Dummy Blog posts) &gt; Open &gt; Upload file and import.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Import-Wordpress-assign-post.webp\" alt=\"assign post to an existing account on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Import-Wordpress-assign-post.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Import-Wordpress-assign-post-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Import-Wordpress-assign-post-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Import-Wordpress-assign-post-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Import-Wordpress-assign-post-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Assign posts to an existing user (yourself) &gt; Submit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dashbord-customize.webp\" alt=\"go to WordPress customizer\" class=\"wp-image-8029\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dashbord-customize.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dashbord-customize-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dashbord-customize-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dashbord-customize-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dashbord-customize-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Import Blocksy settings:<\/strong> Click \u201cCustomize\u201d to access the WordPress dashboard of your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/general-manage-options.webp\" alt=\"WordPress general options to upload file\" class=\"wp-image-8030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/general-manage-options.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/general-manage-options-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/general-manage-options-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/general-manage-options-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/general-manage-options-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click General &gt; Manage Options &gt; Import Options &gt; Upload File (Blocksy Settings).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-blocksy-setting.webp\" alt=\"WordPress upload Blocksy setting through import customizations\" class=\"wp-image-8031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-blocksy-setting.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-blocksy-setting-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-blocksy-setting-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-blocksy-setting-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-blocksy-setting-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Open &gt; Import Customizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s move on to improving the site navigation for your website visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/create-new-menu.webp\" alt=\"create a site menu on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/create-new-menu.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/create-new-menu-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/create-new-menu-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/create-new-menu-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/create-new-menu-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Add a menu:<\/strong> Click Customize &gt; Menus &gt; Create New Menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/give-menu-name.webp\" alt=\"enter menu name on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/give-menu-name.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/give-menu-name-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/give-menu-name-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/give-menu-name-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/give-menu-name-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter the menu name and click Header Menu 1 &gt; Next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/add-menu-items-and-publish.webp\" alt=\"add menu items and publish on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/add-menu-items-and-publish.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/add-menu-items-and-publish-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/add-menu-items-and-publish-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/add-menu-items-and-publish-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/add-menu-items-and-publish-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Add menu items &gt; Save Menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s it. The foundation of your affiliate website has been laid. Enjoy the new look of your site with all the settings already configured!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-set-up-google-analytics\"><strong>3. Set up Google Analytics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While many jump straight into content creation for their website, YouTube channel, or social media platforms, I prefer a more data-driven approach.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask yourself: what&#8217;s the point of your content if it&#8217;s not informed by market research and data analysis?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/analytics.google.com\/analytics\/attribution\/onboarding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Google Analytics<\/strong><\/a> plays a crucial role here.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Ferdy\u2019s Fundamentals: Why use Google Analytics?<\/strong><br>Google Analytics is essential for understanding your audience. It tracks website traffic, user behavior, and engagement, offering invaluable insights to tailor your content effectively and measure its impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to set up Google Analytics for your affiliate site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-sign-up-for-google-analytics\"><strong>Step 1: Sign up for Google Analytics<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Home-page.webp\" alt=\"Sign up for Google Analytics\" class=\"wp-image-8035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Home-page.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Home-page-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Home-page-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Home-page-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Home-page-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit Google Analytics and create an account. Click on the \u201cStart measuring\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Set-up-account.webp\" alt=\"Google Analytics account set up\" class=\"wp-image-8036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Set-up-account.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Set-up-account-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Set-up-account-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Set-up-account-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Set-up-account-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter the required information to set up your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Untick-Benchmarking.webp\" alt=\"Google Analytics account set up uncheck benchmarking\" class=\"wp-image-8037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Untick-Benchmarking.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Untick-Benchmarking-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Untick-Benchmarking-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Untick-Benchmarking-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Untick-Benchmarking-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Uncheck \u201cBenchmarking\u201d and click \u201cNext.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Enter-Property-Details.webp\" alt=\"Google Analytics account set up enter your property details\" class=\"wp-image-8038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Enter-Property-Details.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Enter-Property-Details-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Enter-Property-Details-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Enter-Property-Details-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Enter-Property-Details-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Add information related to \u201cProperty name,\u201d \u201cReporting time zone,\u201d and \u201cCurrency\u201d and click \u201cNext.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Hit-Create.webp\" alt=\"Google Analytics finish your account set up\" class=\"wp-image-8039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Hit-Create.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Hit-Create-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Hit-Create-1024x571.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Hit-Create-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-Analytics-Hit-Create-600x335.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the relevant markers and click \u201cCreate.\u201d Your Google Analytics account is set up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-add-google-analytics-tracking-to-your-website\"><strong>Step 2: Add Google Analytics tracking to your website<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Data-Streams-_-Web.webp\" alt=\"Connect Google Analytics to your WordPress site\" class=\"wp-image-8040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Data-Streams-_-Web.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Data-Streams-_-Web-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Data-Streams-_-Web-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Data-Streams-_-Web-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Data-Streams-_-Web-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Log in to your Google Analytics account. Under Properties, click Data Streams &gt; Web.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Set-up-data-stream.webp\" alt=\"Google Analytics create data stream\" class=\"wp-image-8041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Set-up-data-stream.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Set-up-data-stream-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Set-up-data-stream-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Set-up-data-stream-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Analytics-Set-up-data-stream-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter your domain name and click \u201cCreate stream.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-install-your-google-tag\"><strong>Step 3: Install your Google tag<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-New-Pluggin.webp\" alt=\"Install Google tag using Google Site Kit plugin\" class=\"wp-image-8042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-New-Pluggin.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-New-Pluggin-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-New-Pluggin-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-New-Pluggin-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-New-Pluggin-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the Site Kit plugin for this step. Head back to your WordPress dashboard, click Plugins &gt; Add New.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Install-Site-Kit.webp\" alt=\"Install Google Site Kit plugin on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Install-Site-Kit.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Install-Site-Kit-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Install-Site-Kit-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Install-Site-Kit-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Install-Site-Kit-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Search for \u201cGoogle Site Kit\u201d and click Install Now &gt; Activate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Set-up-Site-Kit.webp\" alt=\"Set up Google Site Kit\" class=\"wp-image-8044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Set-up-Site-Kit.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Set-up-Site-Kit-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Set-up-Site-Kit-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Set-up-Site-Kit-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Set-up-Site-Kit-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click Start setup &gt; check the dialog (Connect Google Analytics as part of your setup) &gt; Sign in with Google.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Complete-Prompts.webp\" alt=\"Google Analytics set up with WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Complete-Prompts.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Complete-Prompts-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Complete-Prompts-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Complete-Prompts-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Complete-Prompts-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Select your Google Analytics account email and click Continue &gt; Verify &gt; Allow &gt; Setup &gt; Next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Configure-Analytics.webp\" alt=\"Configure Google Analytics and grant permissions\" class=\"wp-image-8046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Configure-Analytics.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Configure-Analytics-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Configure-Analytics-1024x573.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Configure-Analytics-768x430.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Google-tag-Configure-Analytics-600x336.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cConfigure Analytics,\u201d sign in with your Google Analytics email, and Click \u201cContinue.\u201d Your Google Analytics will now track your website data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-set-up-google-search-console\"><strong>4. Set up Google Search Console<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/search.google.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Google Search Console (GSC)<\/strong><\/a> is another free website analytics tool perfect for affiliate marketing websites. With this tool, you can monitor your website&#8217;s performance on Google Search Engine Ranking Pages (SERPs).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using GSC, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Submit your sitemap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track specific keyword rankings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify indexing issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive important notifications from Google about your website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you already set up GSC while setting up Google Analytics, you can simply log in and explore its features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-install-an-seo-plugin\"><strong>5. Install an SEO plugin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An important part of running an affiliate blog is ensuring your blog posts appear in search results. The higher the visibility, the higher your chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To achieve this, we use search engine optimization (SEO).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many SEO tools you can use, but I recommend <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/rankmath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RankMath<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Ferdy\u2019s Fundamentals &#8211; What is RankMath?<\/strong><br>RankMath is an SEO plugin for WordPress that helps optimize your content for search engines. It offers features like keyword analysis, sitemap generation, and SEO performance tracking, making SEO more accessible and effective for bloggers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/rankmath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Get RankMath<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To install the RankMath plugin on your WordPress site, follow the instructions below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to the backend of your website, Click Plugins &gt; Add New.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"644\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-search-1.webp\" alt=\"search for the RankMath plugin on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-search-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-search-1-300x161.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-search-1-1024x550.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-search-1-768x412.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-search-1-600x322.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Search for RankMath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-install.webp\" alt=\"Install the RankMath plugin on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8049\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-install.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-install-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-install-1024x574.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-install-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-install-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click Install Now &gt; Activate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-register.webp\" alt=\"Sign up for RankMath\" class=\"wp-image-8051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-register.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-register-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-register-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-register-768x431.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-register-600x337.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect an account or register as a new user<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-configure.webp\" alt=\"Set up Rankmath on WordPress\" class=\"wp-image-8050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-configure.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-configure-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-configure-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-configure-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rankmath-configure-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Configure the setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about RankMath and how to use it to optimize your website content, watch my in-depth tutorial below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Complete RankMath Tutorial | SEO Tutorial For Beginners\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CE4NkhMdABM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-do-market-research\"><strong>6. Do market research<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;re one step closer to starting your content creation journey. However, don&#8217;t underestimate the significance of the preparation phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s my approach: I love writing about my passions, the things that genuinely excite me. If it were up to me, I&#8217;d craft content about Zelda, delving into detailed walkthroughs and strategies for navigating the game&#8217;s levels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But passion is just one part of the equation. It&#8217;s equally crucial to gauge public interest in your chosen topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suppose not many people are looking for Zelda walk-through guides. In that case, no matter how good my content is, I might end up wasting my time and effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So, the takeaway is: don\u2019t skip market research.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many paid and free tools for market research. I will explore three options: <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/semrush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SemRush<\/strong><\/a> (premium), <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/atp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>AnswerThePublic<\/strong><\/a> (freemium), and <a href=\"http:\/\/google.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Google<\/strong><\/a> (free). Depending on your needs and budget, you can decide which one you\u2019d like to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-semrush\"><strong>SemRush<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me walk you through my market research process using <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/semrush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SemRush<\/strong><\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1051\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-create-account.webp\" alt=\"Sign up for SemRush free trial\" class=\"wp-image-8052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-create-account.webp 1051w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-create-account-300x228.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-create-account-1024x779.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-create-account-768x585.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-create-account-600x457.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1051px) 100vw, 1051px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/semrush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Visit SemRush<\/strong><\/a> and sign up for the free trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1050\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Choose-your-plan.webp\" alt=\"Choose your SemRush free trial plan\" class=\"wp-image-8053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Choose-your-plan.webp 1050w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Choose-your-plan-300x229.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Choose-your-plan-1024x780.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Choose-your-plan-768x585.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Choose-your-plan-600x457.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/semrush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Create an account<\/strong><\/a>, answer the start-up prompts, and choose your trial plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Type-in-your-keyword.webp\" alt=\"Keyword research on SemRush\" class=\"wp-image-8054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Type-in-your-keyword.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Type-in-your-keyword-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Type-in-your-keyword-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Type-in-your-keyword-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Type-in-your-keyword-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Click \u201cKeyword Overview\u201d on the dashboard. Enter the keyword you want to create content for. In my case, it\u2019s \u201cTubeBuddy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Check-your-keyword-variations.webp\" alt=\"Keyword research on SemRush\" class=\"wp-image-8055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Check-your-keyword-variations.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Check-your-keyword-variations-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Check-your-keyword-variations-1024x577.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Check-your-keyword-variations-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Check-your-keyword-variations-600x338.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the Keyword Variations data. You can see what people are searching for with the relevant keyword volume, difficulty percentage, and CPC. Pick the ones with <strong>high keyword volume<\/strong> and <strong>low difficulty percentage.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Take-notes-for-blog-post-ideas.webp\" alt=\"Keyword research on SemRush\" class=\"wp-image-8056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Take-notes-for-blog-post-ideas.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Take-notes-for-blog-post-ideas-300x181.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Take-notes-for-blog-post-ideas-1024x616.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Take-notes-for-blog-post-ideas-768x462.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Semrush-Take-notes-for-blog-post-ideas-600x361.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Take notes for blog post ideas and list all the terms you can create content about. I prefer keywords with at least <strong>500 global search volume.<\/strong> Although, sometimes I bend this rule (but that\u2019s me being quirky, haha!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/semrush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Try SemRush<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> To maximize your chances of success, pick keywords with low competition. To do this, click the \u201cKD %\u201d filter and add a custom range from \u201c0 to 25\u201d. This will bring up common search terms with the least competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-answerthepublic\"><strong>AnswerThePublic<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Another tool you can use for market research is <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/atp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>AnswerThePublic<\/strong><\/a>. This one has a free and premium version. It shows you the questions people frequently ask about your product or niche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part about this tool is that it segments the queries into several categories like, what, when, where, etc. This helps a lot in getting blog post ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/ftaPqTUKLP1BIE6WnIbZWkGFnmX3wzurD3gkclWXEcgCN7wMOLj5oZ3_9mz6uPgw1K6Py6EmwRDoEE5iT6DKN9T7PAZJRyeEvVr2mPELwvtudDcNhOr5U5rwuGAKrsy6ZSe02DdSxzZQ_Pbhvqvw76E\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The free version limits the number of searches you can make and the data you can see. But if you want to make the most of this tool, I recommend purchasing its <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/atp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>lifetime deal<\/strong><\/a> for $99 (one-time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/atp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Get AnswerThePublic<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-google\"><strong>Google<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a free market research tool, Google is your best friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Type in a phrase that best describes your niche or product. Look at the suggestions under the search bar. These are common search queries that your target audience is already looking for. You can increase your chances of visibility by wiring blog posts that answer these queries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a section called \u201cPeople Also Ask.\u201d This section includes the common search queries relevant to your keyword. You can use these to plan your content calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you can look at the top 10 ranking articles on Google SERP for your keyword. Carefully read through them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Notice details like the topics they cover, article length, headings, subheadings, images, etc. Maybe they are missing a critical decision-making factor. Or maybe their images are outdated. Look for loopholes and address them in your content to beat the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-plan-and-write-content-for-your-website\"><strong>7. Plan and write content for your website<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Writing content isn\u2019t easy, especially if you\u2019re doing it for the first time. Even the most experienced writers face a blank page syndrome. But with my step-by-step approach, you can get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-start-writing-your-blog-post\"><strong>Start writing your blog post<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Blog posts that have valuable content and are SEO optimized are an audience magnet. And more audience means a greater chance of getting affiliate sales!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the notes you compiled in step 6 to create a high-level outline with a captivating blog post title and headings for your post. This helps structure the content for your post better.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start writing content focusing on answering your target audience\u2019s search intent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be thorough in your reasoning, include plenty of relevant examples, and share your personal experience wherever you can to add personality to your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to offer solutions in your content wherever you can. Place your affiliate links as either hyperlinked text or properly formatted CTA buttons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that you won\u2019t be able to sign up for major affiliate networks unless you have a decent amount of website traffic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnetic-blog-post-blueprint.webp\" alt=\"an illustration showing how to write a magnetic blog post for affiliate marketing websites\" class=\"wp-image-8057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnetic-blog-post-blueprint.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnetic-blog-post-blueprint-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnetic-blog-post-blueprint-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnetic-blog-post-blueprint-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnetic-blog-post-blueprint-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At this stage, your primary focus should be to deliver valuable content to your readers first, build a healthy audience, and sign up for affiliate networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add bullet points, descriptive images, and facts and figures to make the content engaging for your readers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend using Adobe Photoshop to create images. Alternatively, you can also use free image editing software like <a href=\"http:\/\/ferdykorp.com\/getcloudapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Zight<\/strong><\/a> (formerly CloudApp).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Pro tip: <\/strong>Before uploading your images, compress them using software like tinypng.com so your blog post doesn&#8217;t take much time to load. Add Alt Text to every image, increasing your chances of appearing on Google Image search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-optimize-your-blog-posts-using-rankmath-ai\"><strong>Optimize your blog posts using RankMath AI<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Optimizing your content for SEO is also an important factor. To do that, activate the RankMath plugin on your WordPress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should see a RankMath bar on the right side of your screen. Add your primary and secondary keywords. This will pull up the content\u2019s SEO score and metrics. The score shows how well your content is optimized for the search engine crawlers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you finish the first draft, use RankMath AI to help optimize your content further. It will give you additional keyword suggestions, heading, and word count suggestions to improve your score further&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Analyze the areas that need improvement and follow the suggestions to optimize your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While writing content, do not focus too much on writing perfect grammar. There are tools like <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ferdykorp.com\/grammarly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Grammarly<\/strong><\/a> that can help you fix writing issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It might take you a lot of time to publish your first post. But understand this is normal for beginner affiliate marketers. With practice, writing top-notch blog posts will become second nature to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consistency is key for successful affiliate blogging, so you must post regularly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-to-luminous-vivid-orange-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Pro tip: <\/strong>After creating content, you can pre-set the publishing date and time for each blog post on your content management system on WordPress to ensure that they go live at the desired time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-sign-up-as-an-affiliate\"><strong>8. Sign up as an affiliate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By becoming an affiliate partner, you can earn commissions on affiliate sales of the products or services promoted on your blog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a well-thought-out affiliate marketing strategy and valuable blog content, you\u2019ll soon be able to attract decent traffic to your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is when your chances of getting accepted into your target affiliate network or program will be high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/popular-affiliate-networks.webp\" alt=\"an illustration displaying the top 5 affiliate networks\" class=\"wp-image-8058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/popular-affiliate-networks.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/popular-affiliate-networks-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/popular-affiliate-networks-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/popular-affiliate-networks-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/popular-affiliate-networks-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the popular affiliate networks you can apply to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/affiliate-program.amazon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Amazon Associates Program<\/strong><\/a> (best for beginners)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clickbank.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Clickbank<\/strong><\/a> (for advanced-level affiliates)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shareasale.com\/info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ShareASale<\/strong><\/a> (ideal for a variety of niches)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/arches.avantlink.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>AvantLink<\/strong><\/a> (great for data-driven affiliates)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin.com\/us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Awin<\/strong><\/a> (suitable for European markets)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this list is not comprehensive. You can look for brands in your preferred niche that offer affiliate programs and expand your list.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read the terms and conditions of the affiliate marketing program to get an idea of the earning potential and understand any requirements and prerequisites before applying.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-leverage-video-content\"><strong>9. Leverage video content<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Affiliate marketing doesn&#8217;t have to be limited to blogs and written content. In today\u2019s era, when the audience\u2019s attention span has shortened considerably, videos are an effective communication medium.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can become a successful affiliate marketer by solely focusing on videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take my example. I started my YouTube channel in 2014 and made my first affiliate sale the same year. Did I write any blog posts? No, I just leveraged the video content I produced for my YouTube channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, not all video content gets views. Just like you need to research in depth before creating blog posts, to create videos that are effective at generating sales, it is crucial to prepare:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A content plan&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A clear objective of the video<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A script outline&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have the plan ready, you can start creating your videos. If your videos include recording your screen, use a tool like Loom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, use Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects to add text overlays, special effects, sound effects, and music to make your videos more engaging.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to create crisp titles and attractive thumbnails for your videos. There are tons of free tutorials on YouTube that can help you with that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-video-marketing-content-curation.webp\" alt=\"an illustration showing the top elements of the best affiliate video content\" class=\"wp-image-8059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-video-marketing-content-curation.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-video-marketing-content-curation-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-video-marketing-content-curation-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-video-marketing-content-curation-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/ferdy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/affiliate-video-marketing-content-curation-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And no, you don\u2019t have to create in-depth 7-hour-long tutorials (like me) to start affiliate marketing. Byte-sized informative video content that packs a punch will also do fine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can create smaller videos or reels and upload them on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These value-packed videos are great for building an audience on social media platforms. And remember, whoever has an audience online has money-making potential through affiliate marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-words\"><strong>Final Words<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming an affiliate marketer is not easy, but it certainly is rewarding. Success hinges on finding your niche, creating valuable content, and putting in consistent effort.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, my journey began with small steps and dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take that bold step today. Define your niche, build your platform, and start affiliate marketing. Your commitment to this path, despite its challenges, will lead to worthwhile rewards. Start now, and remember, persistence is the key to success in affiliate marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve any questions, feel free to hit me up on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ferdykorpershoek\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For comprehensive video tutorials, visit my <a href=\"http:\/\/youtube.com\/c\/ferdykorpershoek?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>YouTube channel<\/strong><\/a> and consider subscribing to the latest in affiliate marketing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to start a successful affiliate marketing business in 2024? Great idea! The affiliate marketing industry, worth over $17 billion, offers a great avenue for anyone with an online audience to make money online \u2013 myself included. 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