How can I use Pinterest affiliate marketing without a blog?

Pinterest is becoming more and more popular every day. Since its launch in 2010 it has been growing steadily at an incredible rate - just look at this graph from Statista that shows over 1 million new users are signing up each month! That's nearly 100,000 people per week. 

The question then arises as to whether you should be using it to promote yourself or to help others find products they need. Both options are viable but there are some differences between them. Let me show you what those differences are below.

Can I sell things without a website?

Yes, you absolutely can! You don't even have to have a website if you want to start selling through Pinterest. If you're already familiar with Facebook ads, Amazon Affiliate Marketing (or any of their competitors) or Google AdWords then setting up your own shop on Pinterest will be easy for you. Here are three ways to get started:

1. Add Your Own Shop To The URL Box Of A Pinsetter Board

This method only works if you pin boards related to your product/service. For example, if you were creating board about DIY projects, you could list out all of the tools and materials needed to complete various tasks. Then when someone clicks on one of these pins, they'll see your link right next to the description so they know exactly where to go after clicking. This way, you won't lose potential customers who click away before buying anything.

2. Create An Account With OneOfaKindShop.com And Use Their "Pin It" Button On Your Boards

OneOfaKindShop is a service that allows anyone to create a free storefront within minutes. They provide templates for many different types of stores including clothing boutiques, art galleries, jewelry shops, restaurants, salons, etc. Once you've created yours, you can set it up to automatically display your store name and logo whenever someone shares your board. When someone creates a post featuring your business, they can include your link under the text "PIN IT".

3. Become A Seller On OneOfakindshop.com & Sell Through Any Of Their Partnerships

If you feel like having your own store isn't enough, you can also choose to work with one of their partners to sell your items directly through their site. You can sign up for most partnerships for free which includes an automatic listing on thousands of partner sites. Some examples include eBay, Etsy, Walmart, Amazon, JCPenney, Target, Home Depot, Nordstrom, Best Buy, Sears, Kohl's, Sephora, Macy’s, Disney Store, Barnes & Noble, Office Max, Bed Bath & Beyond, Staples, Walgreens, Jamba Juice, Victoria Secret, Nike, Adidas, Gap, Old Navy, Urban Outfitters, Banana Republic, Forever 21, American Eagle, Fossil, L Brands, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany&Co, Coach, Gucci, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Chanel, Armani Exchange, Calvin Klein, Abercrombie, H&M, Guess, Zara, Levi Strauss, Diesel, BCBG Max Azria, Hugo Boss, Tommy Hilfiger, DKNY, Under Armour, Tommy Bahama, Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Kate Spade New York, Tory Burch, Coach Factory Online, GAP Kids, Ann Taylor Loft, Express, Urban Outfitters Kids, GapKids, Hollister Co., Limited Too, Free People, Anthropologie, Victoria Secrets, Nike Golf, Reebok, Skechers, Converse All Star, Nautica, Vans, Timberland, DSW, Footlocker, Nike Air Jordan, Nike SB Dunk Low, ASICS Tiger, Asics Gel Lyte III, Asics Gel Lytes IV, Saucony Canvas, Saucony Grid 3, Brooks Running Shoes, Brooks Adrenaline II, Merrell Boots, Merrell Womens Waterproof Boot, Dr. Martens, Keen Men's Sneakers, UGG Australia, Ugg Classic Cardy Boots, UGG Casual Boots, UGG Tall Booties, UGG Slides, UGG Snow Boots, UGG Throws, UGG Togs, UGG Trainers, UGG Wedges, UGG Women's Waterproof Boots, UGG Zip-Off Skirt, UGG Mules, UGG Sliders, UGG Short Booties, UGG Wide Boots, UGG Winter Boots, UGG Short Boots, UGG Hi Tops, UGG Short Booties, UGG Long Boots, UGG High Heels, UGG Slip-Ons, UGG Studded Sandals, UGG Ankle Boots, UGG Chelsea Boots, UGG Flats, UGG Flip Flops, UGG Loafers, UGG Crocs, UGG Clogus, UGG Floppy Hats, UGG Chukka Boots, UGG Stampede Boots, UGG Desert Boots, UGG Pumps, UGG Scalloped Boots, UGG Cufflinks, UGG Buckles, UGG Belts, UGG Leather Belt, UGG Crossbody Bag, UGG Satchel, UGG Shoulder Bag, UGG Handbag, UGG Wallet, UGG Faux Fur Hat, UGG Beanie, UGG Scarf, UGG Gloves, UGG Mittens, UGG Headband, UGG Scarves, UGG Socks, UGG Sneakers, UGG Shoe Care Kits, UGG Dog Leashes, UGG Dog Tags, UGG Collars, UGG Strap Bracelet, UGG Bowler Hat, UGG Necklace, UGG Earrings, UGG Hair Clip, UGG Eyeglasses, UGG Sunglass Case, UGG Watch Band, UGG Watches, UGG Bracelets, UGG Rings, UGG Fobbuckles, UGG Dangle Earring, UGG Brooch, UGG Charm, UGG Chainnecklace, UGG Fob, UGG Lockets, UGG Pendants, UGG Rivet Ring, UGG Slideback, UGG Tasseled Earrings, UGG Togglebacks, UGG Tassled Braid, UGG Drop Earrings, UGG Clipon Earrings, UGG Double Drops, UGG Eyelet Bracelet, UGG Flowering Heart, UGG Glitterheart, UGG Goldfish, UGG Goldenstar, UGG Gildedheart, UGG Hoopearings, UGG Inlay, UGG Leafleaf, UGG Leopard Print, UGG Lotus Blossoms, UGG Mesh Hearts, UGG Petite Floral, UGG Redstone, UGG Rosebud, UGG Silk Ribbon, UGG Spring Flowers, UGG Stripes, UGG Sunflower, UGG Swirlblossom, UGG Swirlleaf, UGG Swirlpetal, UGG Wildflowers, UGG Willow Leaves, UGG Woodblock, UGG Woodpecker, UGG Xmas Tree, UGG Yarnwinder, UGG Zipperfly, UGG Zippedwing, UGG Zigzag, UGG Zigzags, UGG Zippered Wings

1. The Basics of Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate marketing is when you share someone else’s products or services with others, but make money for yourself if they decide to buy something.

The most common type of affiliate program is one where you get paid commissions based on sales generated through your referral link. For example, let’s say you know about a great product called “Coffee Maker #3” which sells itself online for $199.99 USD (or equivalent). If you create a website dedicated to reviewing coffee makers then you could write a review for Coffee Maker #3 and include your own affiliate link so visitors who click through end up buying the item via your site.

If enough people visit your site and choose to purchase Coffee Maker #3, you will earn commission from all those purchases made using your affiliate link.

This means that even though you didn't sell the actual product yourself, you still receive payment from the sale because you have provided them with a useful resource.

You might also promote another company’s product as part of your regular content, such as a post titled “10 Ways To Make Your Life Easier With This Product”. In this case, rather than simply giving your readers a generic affiliate link, you would add special code within the body of the article pointing to their specific page on Amazon.com.

When someone clicks through the link and buys the product, the seller pays out to you instead of your reader directly.

There are many different types of affiliate programs available today. Some require nothing more than having a few good quality articles written about a particular subject matter, while others may ask you to submit

Do you want to know if it is possible to be an Amazon Affiliate and promote products from another company through Pintrest or any social platform? Of course. It's just like using Google AdSense or Bing Ads but instead of placing ads on your own site (or blog), you will place them on someone else's site. This means that when people click on those ads they'll end up on your site which has nothing to do with what you're promoting since no one knows about it yet. The only difference between this type of advertising and regular affiliate marketing is that you won't have access to traffic statistics such as visitors, clicks, leads, sales, etc. You also don't need a website anymore because all you have to do is create accounts on various platforms where people are already sharing content and pinning images. You can even find some tools that allow you to automatically generate traffic to these sites.

But let me tell you something first: If you go into this blindly, you might lose everything so here are my recommendations before starting. First off, you should choose a niche that interests you and isn't too competitive. There are millions of niches out there that are very popular at the moment, especially among influencers who post regularly. But if you get stuck trying to figure out what niche would match your skills, take a look at our list of the 50 most common affiliate programs  to see what kind of business ideas you could easily monetize online. Next step, decide whether you'd rather build a website yourself or buy one ready-made. Either way, you'll need hosting, domains, and SSL certificates. Once you've got that sorted out, learn more about SEO and analytics and then read our guide on how to become successful with blogging. Finally, once you've done all this research, we recommend signing up for Clickbank, Shareasale, CPA Network, JVZoo, Aweber, Payoneer, Infolinks, EzineArticles, Commission Junction, LinkShare, LeadDyno, GetAFreelancer, Wealthy Affiliates, VigLink, PeerFly, NinjaOutreach, TrafficMonkeyX, HubPages, Squidoo, Warrior Forum, EzineArticles, InfoBarrel, Niche Pursuits, GoDaddy Blogger, Site BuildIt, Scribd, Mediavine, Weebly, Tumblr, WordPress.com, Bluehost, Wix, Canva, Fiverr, 99Designs, BigCommerce, Shopify, Squarespace, Miva Merchant, Woo Commerce, Web Hosting Direct, 1&1, ElegantThemes, DreamHost, FatCow, HostGator, InMotion, iPage, Kinsta, LiquidWeb, NameCheap, Page.ly, ResellerClub, WPEngine, Xtreme Domains, Zoho Domain, Bluehost Pro, Hepsia Hosting & Hostgator Plus.

Can you do affiliate marketing without a blog?

Yes, absolutely! All you really need is a Facebook page, Twitter profile, Instagram account, YouTube channel, LinkedIn group, Pinterest board, Flickr gallery, and/or Snapchat story. That's right, you don't need a blog to begin making passive income with affiliate marketing. And yes, you will still earn commissions regardless of whether you have a blog or not, but you won't benefit from traffic stats unless you have a blog. So, why bother getting a blog? Well, besides being able to track your progress over time, you'll gain visibility from search engines, receive feedback from readers, and develop relationships with potential customers. Also, blogs help expand your brand awareness and reach new audiences. They give you space to share useful information and keep followers updated on your latest news.

So, now that you understand that you can definitely work with affiliates without a blog, let's discuss what you actually need to do.

Can you do affiliate marketing without having a website?

No, unfortunately, you cannot. As mentioned above, you will need a host (web server) and domain name. When choosing a web host, consider their reputation, support, and cost. Some hosts offer free email addresses while others charge $0.99-$4 per year depending on features offered. Other important factors include bandwidth and data transfer limits. Most importantly, check to see if they provide 24/7 customer service.

After deciding on a host, you must sign up for a domain registrar. Many companies offer free domains, but usually require payment upfront. For example, GoDaddy offers a $2.95 annual fee while Bluehost charges $10 annually. Then, you'll need to purchase SSL certificates to protect sensitive personal data. These days, many hosts come preconfigured with SSL certificates, so simply select "SSL" during checkout. However, if yours doesn't, you may pay anywhere from $6 -$50.

Once you've purchased your domain and SSL certificate(s), install WordPress in order to set up your website. Or, you can opt for a hosted solution such as WordPress.com or WordPress.org. Just remember that both options limit you to 5GB of storage space and 100MB of monthly database allocation. To avoid these limitations, you can always try building your website from scratch.

Finally, after setting up your website, you will need to write articles and upload pictures to attract subscribers. Depending on your topic, you may need to hire freelance writers, photographers, graphic designers, videographers, editors, marketers, IT professionals, translators, programmers, researchers, publicists, lawyers, consultants, etc., so budget accordingly.

If you run out of funds, you can always ask friends and family members to donate. After launching your website, you'll still need to optimize its appearance. Make sure each image is properly sized and formatted according to standards and guidelines. Use descriptive titles, tags, alt text, keywords, headers, and footers. Check back often to ensure your website looks professional and attractive.

Now that you've learned all there is to know about creating websites, let's focus on how you can use Pinterest for affiliate marketing without going crazy. Remember, Pinterest is different than Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or any other social media outlet. People aren't searching for things on Pinterest, they're looking to discover them. Therefore, Pinterest requires unique content and creative imagery.

How do I start affiliate marketing on Pinterest without a website?

To start affiliate marketing on Pinterest, you'll first need to register for an account. Sign up using your real name, email address, phone number, and password. Don't worry, your Pinterest account does NOT contain private information such as credit card numbers or bank details. Instead, it contains only basic info necessary to verify your identity. While you can use multiple devices to log in, you must use the same device throughout the entire process. Here are the steps:

Log in to your existing PayPal account. Select "PayPal Business Account".

Click "Create New". Enter your full legal name, tax ID, mailing address, city, state, country code, ZIP Code, billing address, contact telephone number, fax number, e-mail address, and mobile phone number.

Select your preferred language.

Enter your shipping zip code.

Set up a user name and password.

Verifying your account takes two minutes. Once verified, you can proceed to the next step.

Visit Pinterest.com and enter your username and password. Log in to your account. Click on the blue button that says "My Profile." On the left side, click "Edit Settings," scroll down until you reach the section labeled "Pinned Boards", and finally click "Add Board."

On the Add Board screen, specify the name of your board, title, description, category, and privacy settings. Click "Save Changes" at the bottom of the page. Repeat the process for every additional Pinterest board you wish to add.

Next, visit the Pinterest homepage. Scroll down to the area marked "Explore More," then click on "Your boards." Choose the board you created earlier. Underneath each image, you'll notice four icons representing "Follow," "Receive Notifications," "Comment," and "Like." Click on "Settings" located underneath the picture itself. From the dropdown menu, choose "More Options." Change the color of your background, change the font size, enable or disable comments, follow, and likes, and edit your bio. Click "Update Settings" to save your changes.

From Pinterest's home page, navigate to the link "Board Tools" located beneath the header bar. Click on the icon titled "Manage Followers." Type the names of anyone you want to follow under "Who Should See My Posts?" Click "Save Changes" at the top of the window. Now repeat the previous steps for every person you want to follow.

Pinterest has become one of the most popular social media platforms. You probably already have an account and that's great news for anyone looking to promote their products or services through it.

But if you're like me (and many others) who doesn't want to run a blog, what are your options when trying to build traffic to your site using Pintrest as a source? Well there is actually quite a few ways to get started - but we'll cover just two of them here today. Let's start off with setting up affiliate marketing on Pinterest first.

How do I set up affiliate marketing on Pinterest?

As mentioned above, there are several different methods to promoting your affiliate link(s). The easiest way would be to simply place your affiliate link into a "Pin" box (the blue box at the top right corner of any image), which will then show up next time someone clicks that particular pin. This method works really well, because people often share pins they find interesting, so this kind of promotion gives you the chance to drive more visitors to your site.

However, don't forget about all those additional tools Pinterest offers its users. There's also the ability to create boards, write articles, upload images, etc., which means that if you're not familiar with HTML coding or blogging, you won't need a whole lot of technical knowledge to begin promoting your business via Pinterest.

For example, you could easily create an article with relevant keywords around the topic you'd like to promote. Then create a board based upon that content and put your affiliate link within the title of each individual pin. In doing so, you've effectively created a mini-blogpost that's optimized perfectly for search engines! And since Pinterest uses Google algorithms, every single click will bring potential customers back to your site where you can convert them into paying clients.

Also, while you may think that creating a blog is the only way to go, remember that there are plenty of free WordPress themes out there that allow you to quickly setup a beautiful website with no programming skills whatsoever. Plus, once you've got your blog running smoothly, you can always monetize it with ads, subscription boxes, ebooks, etc.

Can you sell on Pinterest without a website?

Yes! That's right, selling on Pinterest can work even if you don't have a website yet. But before we dig deeper into selling direct on Pinterest, let's look at some of the benefits you'll receive if you choose to host your own product listings instead.

First, you'll never have to worry about getting banned from Pinterest again. As long as you follow the rules and terms of service, you should be fine and able to continue posting awesome pictures of things you love. Also, since you control your own listing pages, you can customize the information displayed to fit your brand's style. For example, you might decide to display certain items separately under the price tag rather than having everything listed together beneath the description.

Another cool thing to note is that when you list your products on sites such as Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Shopify, etc., you'll automatically be shown as an approved seller on these sites. So if you ever wanted to take advantage of this type of exposure, now's the perfect opportunity to do so.

And lastly, you can also use Pinterest as a promotional tool for your existing online store. If you have a physical storefront, you can display your products on Pinterest along side your regular inventory. By doing this, you can gain new followers who may be interested in buying something similar. Or maybe you can entice them to visit your actual shop by offering discounts or coupons. Either way, it's a win/win situation for both sides.

Finally, consider the fact that Facebook and Twitter have recently been made available to businesses. These networks offer another avenue for driving targeted traffic to your site, especially if you choose to advertise on them. However, unlike Pinterest, you must pay for advertising space. So depending on your budget, this option might not be worth pursuing.

Can I post on Pinterest without a website?

Absolutely! While you may not see much success in this area due to the lack of SEO power behind Pinterest, it does provide a number of advantages over traditional websites. Here's why.

When it comes down to it, the main benefit of Pinterest is that it allows you to showcase unique ideas related to your target audience. It's basically a virtual bulletin board full of inspiring visuals that you're sure to keep coming across throughout the day. Even better, when you repin an idea onto your own Pinterest page, you can encourage others to re-pin it too. And guess what? They'll do exactly that, giving you even more exposure!

So yeah...if you're thinking about starting a new venture or expanding your current one, Pinterest is definitely worth considering. Just know that unless you plan to spend thousands of dollars on paid advertisements, your results will likely be limited.

Can I sell directly from Pinterest?

While you certainly cannot sell anything on Pinterest itself, you can still run promotions that lead to sales. All you have to do is sign up with a third party platform called ClickBank. Once signed up, you'll be ready to start shopping for products that you want to promote.

Some examples include:

Amazon Affiliate Program

ShareASale

ClickBank

ShoppingListOnline

CJ & Company

Once you purchase a product from ClickBank, you'll be given access to an easy-to-use dashboard that lets you manage all your campaigns. From there, you can track conversions and monitor performance metrics. To help increase your chances of making sales, you can opt to market specific types of products (such as electronics, health supplements, books, and beauty supplies) rather than broad categories.

Remember though, you can only earn commissions from sales made after clicking through from your affiliate link. Which means you'll need to have a solid understanding of copywriting techniques and customer conversion rates to ensure maximum earnings potential.

Best Niche for affiliate marketing in Pinterest

In my opinion, the biggest challenge to earning income on Pinterest is finding the right niche. Since the network is relatively unknown and unproven, you'll need to research it thoroughly before jumping headfirst into it. Below are three possible niches you can focus on:

1. Fashion

2. Home decor

3. Health and fitness

The key to choosing the correct niche depends largely on what you enjoy doing. If you love fashion, home décor, or healthy living, then these are excellent choices. On the flipside, if you hate clothes, furniture, or working out, you'll obviously struggle to generate enough interest to attract buyers.

To learn more about getting started as an affiliate marketer on Pinterest, check out our guide below:

If you’re wondering whether or not to invest in Pinterest, read our guide on How to Make Money on Pinterest 2021. We break down the pros and cons of investing in Pinterest, including tips on how you can profit from using Pinterest and how to avoid common mistakes.