Audit how affiliate tracking links are generated
Keep link parameters consistent across writers and templates.
Identify every generation path
List links added manually, generated through a tool, or injected by a template. Test one example of each and confirm the network and destination match the article’s intended offer.
Use stable placement labels
A short approved label for tables, callouts, and footer links makes reporting easier. Do not put customer names, email addresses, or other private values in a public URL.
Verify the last hop
Test the link after URL encoding and redirects. Keep nontracking query parameters that the merchant needs to show the right product. Record whether the partner recognizes the test under its rules.
Try a related tool
Add UTM labels to a destination. Use a consistent naming convention and avoid personal information in URLs.
