The Maker's Guide to Black Friday Affiliate Strategy (Plan Now)
Black Friday is the biggest affiliate earning event of the year. Here's how makers should prepare their gear pages and links months in advance to maximize earnings.
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Tips, guides, and news for makers, builders, and creators.
Your Short Link Should Sound Like You: Every MakerManifest Domain, Explained
hyk3.com for the trail, f0t0.cc for photographers, v1d30.cc for video. Here is every MakerManifest short link domain, what it is for, and how to pick the one that fits what you actually make.
Read more →What Your Gear Page Says About You as a Creator
The products you recommend, how you organize them, and whether you keep them updated tells your audience more about you than you might think.
Read more →How to Put Affiliate Links in Your Instagram, TikTok & YouTube Bio
A practical 2026 guide to putting affiliate links in your Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube bios — real platform rules, FTC disclosure, and the fix.
Read more →ThirstyAffiliates Alternatives for Creators Who Don't Use WordPress
Looking for a ThirstyAffiliates alternative but don't run WordPress? Here's what it does, its pricing, and standalone link tools for YouTube, TikTok & IG creators.
Read more →How Affiliate Cookies Work: Cookie Windows Explained
How affiliate cookie windows and last-click attribution decide who gets paid — plus real cookie durations for Amazon, ShareASale, CJ, Rakuten and Impact.
Read more →ThirstyAffiliates Alternatives for Creators Without WordPress
ThirstyAffiliates is a WordPress plugin. If you don't have WordPress, here's how to get the same functionality — and more — without building a website.
Read more →Rakuten Signup: "Unable to Verify URL" — What to Do
Trying to sign up for Rakuten Advertising to get Etsy affiliate links? If you're getting "Unable to verify URL" during publisher registration, you're not alone. Here's what's happening and how to get past it.
Read more →Affiliate Link Cloaking: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Do It Right
What affiliate link cloaking really is, why creators use it, what Amazon and the FTC actually require, and how to do it the compliant way with clean branded links.
Read more →Etsy Moved from AWIN to Rakuten — Here's What That Means for Your Affiliate Links
Etsy migrated its affiliate program from AWIN to Rakuten on June 30, 2026. Your old AWIN links stopped working. Here's how the two Etsy referral programs work now and what you need to do.
Read more →What Is a Branded Short Link (and Why Every Creator Needs One)
A branded short link like mkr.ms/your-name builds trust, cloaks ugly affiliate URLs, and tracks clicks. Here's how they work and how to get one free.
Read more →What's New: A Cleaner, Faster List Editor
We redesigned the gear list editor to put your workflow front and center. Add Items and your item list are now the first things you see — settings, sharing, and export tools tuck away until you need them.
Read more →Best Affiliate Programs for Makers and DIY Creators in 2026
Not all affiliate programs are created equal. Here are the best programs for makers by category — with commission rates, cookie windows, and how to apply.
Read more →Prime Day 2026 Is LIVE: Best Deals for Makers and Creators (June 23-26)
Prime Day 2026 is happening RIGHT NOW (June 23-26). We've curated the best deals across beauty, home, tech, and top sellers — browse every deal through MakerManifest and your affiliate tag is applied automatically.
Read more →The Best Linktree Alternatives for Affiliate Marketing in 2026
Honest 2026 comparison of Linktree alternatives for affiliate marketing — real pricing, seller fees, and which tools actually handle affiliate links.
Read more →Now That Kit.co Has Shut Down — What Creators Are Doing Next
kit.co is gone. Here's what happened, where creator gear lists are moving, and how to get set up on a platform built to last.
Read more →Prime Day 2026: Our Top Picks Across Tech, Home, Beauty & More
Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs June 23-26. We curated four shareable lists (Top Sellers, Home & Kitchen, Tech & Gadgets, and Beauty & Wellness) so you can find the genuinely good deals fast.
Read more →Best Affiliate Programs for Creators in 2026 (Commission Rates & Cookie Windows Compared)
The best affiliate programs for creators in 2026: real Amazon category rates, network cookie windows from official docs, and how to manage every link in one place.
Read more →Amazon Affiliate Programs by Country: Stop Leaving International Money on the Table
Amazon runs separate affiliate programs in 20 countries. Most creators only sign up for their home country — and miss out on commissions from international visitors every single day. Here's the full list, plus how to capture every click.
Read more →How to Make Money With Affiliate Links: A Complete Guide for Creators (2026)
Learn how to make money with affiliate links in 2026: how commissions and cookies work, realistic earnings, FTC rules, and where to place links.
Read more →Prime Day 2026 Is 4 Days Long — Here's How Makers Should Prep Their Gear Lists
Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs June 23–26 with deals dropping every 5 minutes and discounts hitting 50%+ on tools and gear. Here's exactly how to set up your MakerManifest lists before the rush so your affiliate links are working while you sleep.
Read more →Etsy Is Leaving Awin — Here's What Makers and Creators Need to Know
Etsy migrated its affiliate program from AWIN to Rakuten on June 30, 2026. Here's what changed, how to switch, and the difference between the Rakuten affiliate program and Etsy's Share & Save for shop owners.
Read more →How to Use Forwarding Addresses to Capture More Affiliate Clicks
Forwarding addresses let you catch visitors who go directly to a brand's website instead of clicking your link — and still apply your affiliate tag. Here's how it works.
Read more →How to Build a Gear Page That Converts: Lessons from Top Makers
A gear page that actually earns isn't just a list of products. Here's the structure, copy, and organization that drives clicks and commissions.
Read more →How to Organize Your Gear Lists to Get More Views and Affiliate Clicks
A disorganized gear list loses clicks. Here's the structure that works best for search discoverability, conversion, and long-term passive income.
Read more →How to Use List Templates to Build Gear Lists Faster
A walkthrough of the new List Templates feature — how to save a template from an existing list, manage your templates, and create new lists from them.
Read more →Creator Analytics: Find Out Which Gear Lists and Links Are Actually Earning
Most affiliate dashboards tell you what sold. MakerManifest tells you what was clicked and from where — so you can optimize before the sale, not after.
Read more →How to Use the MakerManifest API to Build and Manage Gear Lists
A complete guide to the MakerManifest API: authentication, short links, gear list management, and bulk item import.
Read more →How to Set Up Amazon Affiliate Links for Your Gear List (Step by Step)
Setting up Amazon affiliate links for a gear list used to mean manually tagging every URL. Here's how to do it once and have your tag apply automatically to every Amazon link you ever add.
Read more →MakerManifest Weekly Update — May 19, 2026
This week: two-factor authentication, list templates, affiliate directory in the nav, RSS feed, and IP improvements for the activity log.
Read more →New: List Templates — Build New Gear Pages Faster
Save any of your existing gear lists as a template and spin up new ones instantly. Great for makers who build similar setups for different projects or clients.
Read more →New: Two-Factor Authentication Is Now Live
Secure your MakerManifest account with TOTP two-factor authentication. Works with Google Authenticator, Authy, and any standard authenticator app.
Read more →Introducing the Affiliate Program Directory
Browse 2,900+ affiliate programs from CJ Affiliate, ShareASale, Impact, AWIN, AvantLink, and Rakuten — all in one searchable place. Free for all MakerManifest users.
Read more →MakerManifest Is Going Paid — Here's Everything You Need to Know
Paid subscriptions launch June 1, 2026. Beta users get a 30-day grace period and 50% off their first month or year. Here's what changes, what stays the same, and what you get for upgrading.
Read more →How to Embed Your Gear List on Any Website or Blog
Your gear list doesn't have to live only on MakerManifest. The embed feature lets you drop it directly into your own website, blog, or Squarespace page — no coding needed.
Read more →The Best Short Link Tool for Content Creators (That Isn't Bitly)
Bitly charges for basic features and doesn't understand affiliate links. Here's why creators need a short link tool built for their specific use case.
Read more →The Best Link-in-Bio Tool for Makers, Crafters & YouTube Creators
MakerManifest now includes a free link-in-bio page for every user — share your affiliate links, gear lists, and custom links all in one place. A Linktree alternative built for content creators who make things.
Read more →MakerManifest Weekly Update — May 11, 2026 (kit.co Shutdown Day)
kit.co is officially shut down today. If you haven't migrated yet, here's how. Plus this week's platform updates. Visit the roadmap to vote on what we build next.
Read more →YouTube Description Export: Copy All Your Affiliate Links in One Click
Formatting affiliate links for YouTube descriptions is tedious. MakerManifest's YouTube Export feature generates a ready-to-paste block — all your gear, properly formatted, with affiliate tags applied.
Read more →How Amazon Geo-Routing Gets You More Affiliate Commissions
Most Amazon affiliate links only earn on one storefront. With geo-routing, UK visitors go to Amazon.co.uk, Canadian visitors go to Amazon.ca — and your affiliate tag follows them. Here's how it works.
Read more →How to Import Your kit.co Data Into MakerManifest (Before May 11)
kit.co is shutting down May 11, 2026. MakerManifest has a built-in kit.co CSV importer. Here's exactly how to export your data and get it imported before your links go dark.
Read more →MakerManifest Weekly Update — April 27, 2026
This week: blog launched, admin activity log, login reliability fixes, multi-domain short links, SEO improvements, referral tracking, and more. Plus — visit the roadmap to vote on what we build next.
Read more →How YouTube Creators Can Manage Affiliate Links Without Losing Revenue
YouTube description links are fragile — URLs change, products get discontinued, and raw affiliate links are ugly. Here's a smarter system for managing your affiliate links.
Read more →The Creator Stack: Tools Serious Makers Use in 2026
The tools in your digital stack matter as much as the tools in your shop. Here's what serious maker-creators are using to build audiences and earn in 2026.
Read more →How to Build a Gear List That Earns Passive Income
Learn how to turn your product recommendations into a consistent affiliate revenue stream using a public gear list — the right way.
Read more →5 Alternatives to kit.co for Creators (Honestly Compared)
kit.co is shutting down in May 2026. We compare the top alternatives — MakerManifest, Linktree, Beacons.ai, Amazon Influencer Storefront, and Geniuslink — so you can pick the right one.
Read more →CJ Affiliate vs. ShareASale — Which Network Has the Best Programs for Makers?
Comparing the two biggest affiliate networks for maker/DIY content: program selection, payment terms, interface, and which one to join first.
Read more →Linktree vs. a Dedicated Gear Page — Which Earns More?
Linktree is great for navigation. It's not great for product recommendations. Here's where the difference shows up in clicks and commissions.
Read more →Setting Up Your First Gear List: A Step-by-Step Guide
Starting from scratch? Here's how to build your first gear list on MakerManifest in about 15 minutes — including affiliate links, sections, and a shareable URL.
Read more →The Best kit.co Alternative for Makers, Builders, and Creators
kit.co is shutting down May 11, 2026. Here's why MakerManifest is the top alternative for creators who need gear lists, affiliate link management, and short links.
Read more →How to Migrate from kit.co Before the Shutdown (Step-by-Step)
kit.co shuts down May 11, 2026. This guide walks you through exporting your data and getting set up on MakerManifest before your links go dark.
Read more →Why Every Maker Needs a Public Gear Page (Not Just a Linktree)
A gear page is the single link that answers every "what do you use?" question your audience ever asks — and it earns while you sleep.
Read more →Amazon Associates vs. Impact vs. ShareASale — Which Is Right for Makers?
Most creators sign up for Amazon Associates and stop there. Here's how the major affiliate networks compare — and which one makes sense depending on what you make and who watches you.
Read more →How to Earn From Your Gear Recommendations Without Being Pushy
Affiliate links don't have to feel salesy. Here's how makers earn passively from gear recommendations their audiences already wanted.
Read more →Introducing MakerManifest: Gear Pages, Short Links, and Affiliate Tools for Makers
MakerManifest is a new platform built specifically for makers, builders, and creators who want to share their gear and earn from it. Here's what it does and why we built it.
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