FAQs

Should I build my links manually or programmatically (with the Amazon Link Engine)?

Do you value easy setup or powerful customization? Perhaps a blend of both?

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I close my account?

Account Page > Cancel Account

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Why do I need to input my card details for the free trial?

Card verification helps us crack down on spammers

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How to switch to Geniuslink from OneLink

It's very simple if you use our WordPress plugin!

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How can I Make the Most of my Free Trial as an Affiliate Marketer?

How to measure the ROI of Genius Link

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Should I sign up for the Amazon Associates program in multiple countries?

Yes, to earn commission from international clicks, you'll need an Associate ID for each region.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I add Affiliate Parameters?

Add them one at a time on the Affiliate page.

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Why don't I see any affiliate commissions in my Geniuslink dashboard?

Amazon doesn't make this information available to us, but iTunes does!

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

How do I Navigate the Dashboard?

Learn what lives where

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

What's My TSID?

It's a Group Identification number!

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

How do I delete a link?

Deleting vs. Archiving

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Does Geniuslink work with banner ads?

If you can specify the destination link of the ad, then you're in business!

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

How do I disable automatic Amazon localization?

How to override our automatic redirects to create a geni.us link that always leads to the same exact Amazon product page

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Glossary of Terms

What do we mean by localization, translation, and affiliation? What's an 'ALE'?

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I fix an Amazon link that sends clicks to the wrong country or product?

How to intervene when our translation fails to find the result you expected

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Is OneLink compatible with Geniuslink?

Nope!

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How Fast & Reliable are Geni.us Links?

How fast we are, and why. Plus our server uptime monitor!

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Does Genius Link Follow Amazon's Operating Agreement?

Yes! But there are some rules to follow...

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Where do you send clicks for countries that don't have their own Amazon storefront?

Mostly to Amazon.com, though we make a lot of exceptions for European countries.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I change the name of my link?

Can I change the vanity code of my link?

Written by Isaac Maier
Updated over a week ago

How to make changes to a link.

Looking to edit a link?

Written by Isaac Maier
Updated over a week ago

How do I sign up for the Amazon Associates Program in India, China, Japan, Brazil, and Mexico?

Tips for applying to these exclusive programs

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Why does my traffic list "None" as the referrer?

This is what we display when we process a link that contains no information in its referrer header.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Can I use the http:// protocol for my links?

You can manually remove the 's' from 'https://' to get your links to resolve faster!

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I disable affiliation?

To accomplish this, use a group of false tracking IDs

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I use more than one set of Affiliate Tracking IDs?

For those using multiple IDs for one country or managing multiple websites

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I get more traffic/clicks on my links?

That's not something we do!

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Can Geniuslink's technical infrastructure handle large increases in click traffic?

Absolutely!

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Why do Choice Pages show a disclosure about commissions?

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Why is there a discrepancy between my Geniuslink Commissions Reports, and those that come directly from Partnerize?

This is typically due to currency conversions...

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Does the Geniuslink service work on mobile devices such as iPhone, iPod, iPad, Android and Kindle?

Yes!

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Custom Domain Advanced Setup

Options for hosting your own domain

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Is the JavaScript Snippet (or WordPress Plugin) compatible with Amazon Native Ads / Text+Image links?

No, it's not, unfortunately.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I Connect the Amazon / iTunes Link Engine Plugins to my Geniuslink Account?

Connect our WordPress plugins to your Genius Link account using an API Key + Secret

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Amazon Link Engine and JavaScript Snippet Settings

What do the settings under Advanced Options do?

Written by Isaac Maier
Updated over a week ago

Why can't I add my API Key and Secret to the WordPress plugin?

This issue is caused by adBlocker extensions being enabled

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I use my Custom Domain with the ALE or iLE Wordpress Plugins?

Once you've set up your custom domain, you may need to reconfigure the plugin to update it.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How can I use the ALE / JS Snippet on an Accelerated Mobile Page (AMP)?

When JavaScript is blocked, build links manually or use the Quick Build format

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Can I include a pixel on programmatic links (WordPress Plugin & JavaScript Snippet)?

Not at this time

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Pricing FAQ

When is my bill due? How does the free trial work? etc.

Written by Andy Dockstader
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Is the invoice I just paid for the current month or last month?

When you get billed, you're paying for last month's service.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Can I pause my account?

Want to take a break?

Written by Isaac Maier
Updated over a week ago

How do I check my monthly invoice?

Know what to expect from your bill each month

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Why did I get charged? I had less than ____ clicks.

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I export my links?

We don't currently have an automated link export feature

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

Can I pay for my account with PayPal or Bitcoin?

Yes, but only as a prepayment of $250

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

What plan do I have?

Learn more about what features you have access to

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago

How do I change my Password?

"..was it gEniuSLink or g3n1uSL1nk..?"

Written by Matt Mustarde
Updated over a week ago

Business Plan FAQ

Written by Andy Dockstader
Updated over a week ago