The Sticky Cookie feature in ClickFunnels is designed to enhance your affiliate marketing results. With Sticky Cookie, once a user clicks your affiliate link, they remain linked to you, even if they revisit the site later through a different link. This means you’ll continue to earn commissions on their purchases as long as the cookie is active. In this article, we’ll explain how Sticky Cookie works, its benefits, and answer frequently asked questions to help you use it effectively.
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If you haven’t signed up as an affiliate, you can do it HERE
Join our ClickFunnels 2.0 Affiliate Community HERE
Read our Affiliate Agreement HERE
ClickFunnels Sticky Cookie
The sticky cookie allows affiliates to get a passive affiliate commission when sending an offer to our community. You have the active sticky cookie on file for whoever makes a purchase.
Affiliate Cookie Rules:
You must use your affiliate link to have your cookies applied and also to be eligible for commissions.
Your prospect must click on and use your affiliate link for your cookie to be applied. Refer to the Where can I find my Affiliate Links for more information about finding your affiliate links.
The last affiliate link clicked by the prospect that directly leads to a purchase will be used to assign credit for that sale.
Affiliate Cookies will expire 45 days after being set for commissions to be recorded.
The sticky cookie and your affiliation will be removed from a ClickFunnels account if the account is canceled for any reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I earn commissions on recurring payments for subscription renewals?
Yes, you’re eligible to earn commissions on recurring payments for subscription renewals as long as the referral remains active.
Do I need a ClickFunnels subscription account in order to become a CF 2.0 affiliate and earn affiliate commissions?
No, you don’t need a subscription-based account to become a CF 2.0 affiliate and earn affiliate commissions. You can simply create a free affiliate account.
Can I earn CF 2.0 affiliate commissions as a Classic affiliate?
No, you need to become a CF 2.0 affiliate in order to earn CF 2.0 affiliate commissions.
How does the Sticky Cookie work, and how long does it last?
The Sticky Cookie is a feature that associates an affiliate’s information with a user’s browsing session, ensuring the affiliate receives credit for any subsequent purchases made during that session. The cookie typically lasts for 45 days after being set.
What happens if multiple affiliates refer the same prospect before they make a purchase?
In the case of multiple affiliate referrals, the last affiliate link clicked by the prospect that directly leads to a purchase will be used to assign credit for that sale.
Can I receive commission for a purchase if the prospect doesn’t buy immediately after clicking my affiliate link?
Yes, as long as the purchase is made within 45 days of clicking your affiliate link and the sticky cookie is still active on their device.
What if the prospect clears their browser cookies before making a purchase?
If the prospect clears their cookies, the affiliate’s sticky cookie will be removed, and the affiliate won’t receive commission for any subsequent purchases made by that user.
Do I need to use my affiliate link every time I promote ClickFunnels to ensure I receive commission?
Yes, to have your cookies applied and to be eligible for commissions, you must use your unique affiliate link whenever you refer someone to ClickFunnels.
Is there a limit to the number of commissions I can earn through the Sticky Cookie feature?
There’s no limit to the number of commissions you can earn through the Sticky Cookie. As long as your referrals make purchases within the 45-day cookie window, you’ll continue to earn commissions.
Can I track the status of my referrals and commissions within the ClickFunnels platform?
In the Affiliate Center, you can track the status of your referrals and commissions in real-time. This allows you to monitor your earnings and the effectiveness of your marketing efforts. To learn more about the Affiliate Center, please refer to the Affiliate Center Overview article.
What types of purchases are eligible for affiliate commissions?
Affiliate commissions are typically earned on ClickFunnels subscriptions and products available on your affiliate dashboard and are purchased through your affiliate link.