The Official Amazon Associates Blog

Black Friday: Deals, Banners, and Tweets

2009-11-20T05:00:00-08:00

The biggest shopping day of the year is almost here! Here’s everything you need to know to boost your referral fees during the week of Black Friday. We’ve compiled all of the most popular deals for you to share with your readers, all in one place. Be sure to check out our brand new Black Friday banners to put on your site as well- here is an example:

Black Friday Deals; Earn up to 15%
Black Friday deals start as early as Monday, Nov. 23, 2009! Our Black Friday page (www.amazon.com/blackfriday) is the central point to find all of our Amazon and Endless.com Black Friday deals and thousands of products that are on sale for a limited time only. So, let your readers know that know that they shouldn’t have to stand in line to get a great deal.

To link directly to the Black Friday page and earn referral fees on the subsequent qualifying purchases, use the following link format, replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/b/?node=384082011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

Tweet This!
If you haven’t already heard, Amazon Associates is now directly integrated with Twitter! You can access the new Share on Twitter feature from the Site Stripe and post links to your Twitter account from Amazon detail pages in just two clicks.

Stay connected so you can find about all these new features and our best deals (including Black Friday deals) by following us on Twitter and finding us on Facebook.

Take advantage of these deals but be sure to remove your links at or before 11:59:59 p.m. on the date each deal expires.

Earn 6% on Amazon Gift Card Referrals; Perfect for the Holidays!

2009-11-16T05:00:00-08:00

Celebrate the season with 6 percent referral fees on Amazon.com Gift Card purchases. Redeemable for millions of items, Amazon.com Gift Cards take the guess work out of shopping for hard-to-shop-for loved ones.

Now your readers can select from a variety of holiday-inspired Amazon.com Gift Card designs they can e-mail for immediate delivery, print out from any printer, or mail with a FREE greeting card. They can also buy gift cards by the box.

There are 4 easy ways your readers can give Gift Cards:

1) E-mail a personalized gift card for immediate delivery.
2) Print a personalized gift card on your own printer. (Remember to have your credit card handy when you're ready to print).
3) Mail a personalized gift card (shipping is free, of course) with a greeting card. Please allow 5-7 business days for delivery.
4) Add a $25, $50, or $100 gift card – or a box of them! – to your other purchases in your Amazon.com shopping cart.

Build Links

We have new holiday banners available to you in Associates Central.

To link directly to these pages and earn referral fees on the subsequent qualifying purchases, use the following link format, replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00067L6TQ/?tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

Also, did you know you can get paid in Amazon.com Gift Cards? Take yourself shopping on Amazon.com (and avoid check processing fees) when you receive your referral fees as an Amazon.com Gift Card! Simply go to your "Account Settings" in Associates Central and change your payment method.

Save $20 on $100 orders direct from Amazon Shoes; New Banners

2009-11-13T05:00:00-08:00

We’ve created some great new Associates banners for the Amazon Shoes Store, and right now you can use them to promote our Save $20 on $100 orders direct from Amazon.com--a huge selection of popular shoe brands and styles. Be sure to post these new banners to your site quickly because the this promotion ends 11/24/2009. Example of new banner:

To link directly to this promotion and earn referral fees on subsequent qualifying purchases, copy the link format below replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/b/?node=672123011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

Wish List 10th Anniversary Sweepstakes Continues...

2009-11-11T05:00:00-08:00

Five down, but five more great ones to go.

Remind your readers that there are still five weeks of fabulous prizes to be given away in the Wish List 10th Anniversary Sweepstakes, including trips, diamonds, and an extra-special finale in week 10.

Still up for grabs:

•    Week 6 (Nov. 9-15): Yellowstone Photo Expedition with Canon Wish List -- A trip for two to Yellowstone National Park, and a private lesson with a professional photographer
•    Week 7 (Nov. 16-22): The Magic of Disney Wish List -- A trip for four to explore the wonders of Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Fla., plus a $2,000 Disney gift card
•    Week 8 (Nov. 23-29): High-Def Heaven Wish List -- A 55-inch HDTV, a Blu-ray home theater, and a Wii
•    Week 9 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6): Glamorous Life Wish List -- A stunning set of 1½-carat diamond stud earrings
•    Week 10 (Dec. 7-12): This one is under wraps until Dec. 7!

Let your readers know they can learn more and enter for a chance to win here- just copy the link format below and replace "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/b/?&node=2223317011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

Introducing Amazon's Denim Shop with Free Shipping & Free Returns on Jeans

2009-11-09T05:00:00-08:00

We’ve just launched a new Denim Shop with free shipping and free returns on jeans. Let your readers know they can find an impressive lineup of premium denim brands such as 7 for All Mankind, Lucky Brand, Joe’s Jeans, plus all-American classics such as Levi’s. It’s everything customers love about jeans, now right here at Amazon.com.

Build Links and Make Money

To link directly to Amazon’s Denim Shop and earn referral fees on the subsequent qualifying purchases, use the following link format, replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/b/?node=2210867011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

We've also created brand new Denim Shop banners available to you in Associates Central, like this one below:

Amazon Associates Now Integrates Directly with Twitter

2009-11-04T01:00:00-08:00

We are excited to announce the launch of a new feature called Share on Twitter. You can access Share on Twitter from the Site Stripe and post links to your Twitter account from Amazon detail pages in just two clicks.

The Share on Twitter feature is easy to use. Simply log in to your Amazon Associates account and then visit any detail page on Amazon.com. By clicking on the Share on Twitter button in the Site Stripe, a new window will open and an Amazon-generated message is pre populated in the ‘What are you doing?’ text area of your Twitter account (you may be asked to log in to your Twitter account). That message will include a shortened URL that already includes your Associates ID. You’ll have the option to edit this message or simply hit the ‘Update’ button to post to your Twitter account. When Twitter users click on the link in your post and make a qualifying sale, you’ll earn referral fees. That’s it.

For more information about how you can use social networks in connection with your Associates account, please visit our Social Media FAQ.

Also, did you know that you can stay connected with Amazon Associates by following us on Twitter, finding us on Facebook and joining our group on Linkedin. We’ll post program announcements as well as top deals and promotions.

Please tell us what you think of our new Share on Twitter feature using hashtag ‘#AMZNSOT’ on Twitter or via the Amazon Associates feedback form.

November Deals: Holiday Promotions, Winter Prep, and More

2009-11-02T05:00:00-08:00

We are excited to showcase several promotions during November for you to share with your readers. Browse the great offers below and learn how to build links to earn money!

Holiday-themed Deals for November
We've selected popular deals for the upcoming holiday season, with the link formats below. You can also browse through over 60 categories of banners and find the one right for you. Read on for the deals below and earn referral fees on subsequent qualifying purchases by copying the link format below and replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

•    Drop by the Christmas Corner on Amazon.com, your one-stop shop for holiday essentials. Discover Christmas ornaments in all shapes, colors, and themes, holiday music and movies, holiday baking essentials, craft supplies, entertaining books, and everything you need to celebrate the spirit of the season. http://www.amazon.com/b/?ie=UTF8&node=237796011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    Celebrate the holidays with unbeatable deals from Amazon Music! Throughout the season, we'll be featuring deep discounts on your favorite music and launching unique events and promotions in our Gift Ideas for Music Lovers store. Kick off the season with our ‘Black Friday Deals’-- from Nov. 25 through Nov. 30, 2009, we'll be featuring hits starting at $7.99, box sets at least 50% off, daily specials, and more. http://www.amazon.com/gp/browse.html/?node=116860011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    Wrap up your holiday shopping quickly in the Tools & Home Improvement Gift Store. All-purpose Leatherman multitools, heavy-duty Makita drills, indispensable flashlights, and more exciting gifts and deals await in the Gift Store. http://www.amazon.com/b?node=506798&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    ‘Tis the season to indulge that special someone in your life with great savings on timeless classics. Shop early for great savings, including up to 70% off savings on pearl jewelry and 30% off diamond stud earrings at checkout. http://www.amazon.com/b/?node=2233859011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    Shop the 2009 Holiday Toy List for the perfect holiday gifts by age, category, and price. Choose from top toys, games, electronics, video games, and more at everyday low prices. http://www.amazon.com/gp/holidaytoylist?tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

Winter November Deals: Prep Your Car and More
Winter is fast approaching! Browse the deals below and earn referral fees on subsequent qualifying purchases by copying the link format below and replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

•    Get ready for winter driving and save on tire chains, wiper blades, headlights, and more. http://www.amazon.com/Winterize-Automotive/b/?node=273317011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    For Sci-Fan fans, we are having a Sci-Fi Extravaganza with up to 55% Off over 600 Sci-fi DVDs and Blu-ray Discs. The sale runs through Nov. 23, 2009 while supplies last. http://www.amazon.com/Science-Fiction-Fantasy-DVD/b/?ie=UTF8&node=163431&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    Extra Discounts on Magazine Subscriptions – During November and December you can save up to $10 instantly at checkout on magazines like Sports Illustrated, People, Time, and hundreds more. http://www.amazon.com/gp/browse.html/?node=604932&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    Visit MP3 Special Deals and download daily deals at ridiculously low prices, find our monthly hand-picked selection of 50 albums for just $5 each, and explore hundreds of free songs and sampler albums. http://www.amazon.com/MP3-Deals/b/?node=678551011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20
•    Save $20 on the latest fall arrivals for boys and girls when you spend $80 or more Direct from Amazon.com. Shop now and enjoy FREE Super Saver Shipping. http://www.amazon.com/s/?node=1250618011,679217011&emi=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

Build Links and Make Money
There are several simple ways for you to earn referral fees on any of the above promotions:

•    Browse our banners page in Associates Central and select from several different categories. There are many new banners that have been created with various sizes for you to easily publish on your site
•    Text links are also an easy way to link to these promotional pages
•    Visit product links and select the category and/or ASIN you want to promote from the drop down menu
•    Build a widget from our widget gallery to showcase the latest deals or let your readers know what you recommend with My Favorites!

Stay connected and follow us on Twitter and join our Facebook Page!

Take advantage of these limited time promotions, but please be sure to remove the links at or before 11:59:59 pm PST on the respective end dates when the promotions expire.

Earn up to 8.5% on Amazon Men's Clearance Shoes

2009-10-28T10:50:18-07:00

Let your readers know they can save up to 65% Off Men's Clearance Shoes, plus Free Shipping on brands like Rockport, Kenneth Cole New York, Florsheim and Allen Edmonds. Promotion expires Nov. 8, 2009.

To link to this page and earn referral fees on subsequent qualifying purchases, copy and paste the link below replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/s/?node=679255011&hidden-keywords=MensClearance&sort=pmrank&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

As always, we also have Shoes Banners available in Associates Central.

Earn 15% with Endless.com: The Limited-Time Designer Event

2009-10-23T05:00:00-07:00

The Limited-Time Designer Event: Up to $150 Off Select In-Season Styles

Let your readers know the more they spend, the more they save during the Designer Event!

Indulge in your favorite designer brands including L.A.M.B., botkier, and more*
Spend $250 ...Save $30 with code DESIGN01
Spend $500 ...Save $75 with code DESIGN02
Spend $750 ...Save $150 with code DESIGN03

Shop Qualifying Styles Here

*Select styles not included

Build Links and Earn 15%

Building links to Endless.com is no different than other products on Amazon.com. To build a Product Link, simply visit the Products Links page in Associates Central and select “Endless.com” in the drop down menu.

We have also made Endless.com banners available to you in Associates Central.

Windows 7 Now Available on Amazon.com; Earn Money!

2009-10-22T05:00:00-07:00

Beginning today, October 22, 2009, Microsoft’s newest operating system is available on Amazon.com.

Windows 7 is a truly exciting new Microsoft launch with great new features including Jump Lists, Aero Shake, Snap, new Device Stage Management, as well as new levels of home group network interaction. Your customers will be able to interactively learn about these features and more at the Amazon.com Windows 7 Resource Center.

Build Links & Make Money
Amazon Associates are eligible to earn up to 8.5% on all qualifying purchases of Windows 7. There is no limit on the number of items on which referral fees are earned.

To link directly to the Windows 7 Resource Center page and earn referral fees on subsequent qualifying purchases, just copy the following link format, replacing "YOUR_ID_HERE-20" with your Associates ID:

http://www.amazon.com/b/?node=1286119011&tag=YOUR_ID_HERE-20

As always, Software Banners are available to you in Associates Central.