An affiliate ID refers to a unique identifier assigned to affiliates in a marketing partnership. It enables the tracking of referrals and commissions generated by the affiliate's marketing efforts.
Example: A book publisher partners with content creators to promote its books. Each creator receives a unique affiliate ID linked to a personalized referral link. When a reader clicks on this link and purchases a book, the transaction is recorded under the creator's affiliate ID, allowing the publisher to accurately track sales and pay commissions accordingly.
Understanding affiliate ID helps businesses enhance the performance and transparency of their affiliate marketing programs, streamline partner payments, and make informed decisions about future partnerships and marketing tactics.