Knowledge Base
PayoutDeals Guides
Playbooks, network comparisons, compliance, and terminology for publishers.
Where PayoutDeals Fits: The Affiliate Ecosystem Explained
Who controls commissions, and where a directory sits between merchants, networks, and publishers.
The Affiliate Launch Playbook: First £1,000/Month
Niche, traffic, content, and tracking — a practical roadmap without the fluff.
Affiliate Networks Explained: Awin, Impact, CJ & Direct
How major networks track and pay, versus running a direct in-house programme.
Affiliate Compliance & Disclosure: FTC, CAP & UK ASA
Link disclosures, cookie banners, and rules that keep you listed and compliant.
Affiliate Terms You’ll See on PayoutDeals
What CPA, cookie, Featured, and the other labels on our cards actually mean.