How Esports Affiliate Programs Work (Teams & Solo)

You recommend the gear you already use; when someone buys via your link, you earn a commission. The same playbook works whether you’re a solo player streaming from home or a full team with shared branding.

• Start with real equipment — authenticity converts.
• Apply to beginner-friendly programs first.
• Share links where your audience already hangs out.
• Collect data → use it later to pitch sponsors.

Fast Approval Checklist

1. A simple site or Linktree-style landing page.
2. 3–5 real content pieces (videos, shorts, guides).
3. One “Our Gear” page showing your actual setup.
4. Professional email (e.g., [email protected]).
5. Visible affiliate disclosure.

Best Esports Affiliate Programs (Ranked)

1. Amazon Associates — fastest approval; almost any product. (Make 3 sales in ~90 days.)
2. Best Buy (via Impact) — strong for headsets, keyboards, monitors. Apply direct or via Impact.
3. Newegg — great for PC builds and upgrade lists.
4. Humble Store & Fanatical — easy wins for game keys and DLC. Humble: Join • Fanatical: Join
5. Green Man Gaming — solid for competitive PC titles.
6. Networks (Impact / Awin / ShareASale) — scale into multiple brands once you have traction.

Easiest Approvals (At a Glance)

Progression: Amazon → Electronics retailer → Game marketplaces → Affiliate networks.

Build One “Gear We Use” Page (Your Link Hub)

Route every CTA to a single page instead of spamming individual product links. Keep it honest and current.

• Headset, mic, mouse, keyboard, monitor
• PC build + two budget variants
• Controller + performance add-ons
• Games & DLC you actively play or coach

Where to Share (Without Being Salesy)

• One clean panel on Twitch / YouTube / Kick.
• Pin your gear page in comments on new uploads.
• Create a #gear-help channel in Discord and pin the link.
• Monthly “What we upgraded” shorts or posts.

Content Formats That Convert

• Setup tours and “what’s in my setup” shorts
• Settings breakdowns that solve common problems
• Budget vs. upgrade comparisons

Link Placement Rules

• Link to the gear page first; avoid scattering item links.
• Use one clean CTA: “See Our Gear →”.
• Pin the gear page where people comment or chat.
• Repeat links only when relevant — never spam.

Track Results → Turn Proof Into Sponsors

Brands care about measurable outcomes, not hype. Screenshot:

• Clicks & CTR by platform
• Sales and top-selling items
• Week-over-week growth

Those screenshots become your sponsor pitch foundation.

Simple Starter Pitch (After You Have Clicks/Sales)

This moves you cleanly from affiliate → hybrid → season sponsor.

90-Minute Setup Sprint

1. Publish your “Our Gear” page.
2. Apply to Amazon + one electronics retailer.
3. Add a “Gear We Use →” panel to streaming profiles.
4. Pin your gear page on your newest video.
5. Post one 60-second setup short.

Compliance

• Always disclose that you may earn from links.
• Recommend only what you actually use/trust.
• Be clear when content is sponsored vs. affiliate.

FAQ

We got rejected — what should we fix first?

Show proof you create content and have somewhere to place links. Publish one clean “Our Gear” page, 2–3 short videos, and add proper disclosures. Re-apply in 2–3 weeks.

How do we disclose affiliate links correctly?

Add a short note near your first link (“We may earn from qualifying purchases”) and keep a site-wide disclosure in the footer. Put both in place before applying.

Should we link individual products or one gear page?

Use a single “Gear We Use” hub and point all CTAs to it. It’s easier to keep current and usually converts better than scattered links.