ShareASale is another one of the larger affiliate networks out there. Shareasale.com has a wide range of affiliate programs. There are 3 different types of programs that you can choose from. Pay-per-sale, pay-per-click, and my favorite, pay-per-lead. There are two minor problems that I have with this network. The first is that just because you are signed up with the network, doesnt mean you can advertise for all of their programs. A lot of networks have it set up to where once you are signed up and logged in, you can advertise for anything, but Shareasale.com has their own tracking system and management system (aka they are not using DirectTrack) and have it to where there is an extra application on a lot of the offers (means you have to check a couple of boxes and wait for the advertiser to accept you in order to run an offer). The problem is the turnaround on getting accepted varies with each individual advertiser. The other has to be the fact that you don't actually become a full member until you get your first paycheck. I understand that they want their affiliates to prove their worth and what not but what happens if you site, blog, or email list is niche specific? That means unless you can make it work with another advertiser, you may not ever see all of their ads.

Payout Date: 20th of every month
Payment Threshold: $50
Payment Method: Check, Direct Deposit
Tracking Software: ShareASale (Own Software)
# of Programs: 2636 (as of 3-1-09)
Type of Programs Offered: CPC, CPS, CPL, CPA

I have enjoyed working with Blue Phoenix Media because they are so helpful with everything. Another Medium sized network, you get to work with the owner quite a bit. I would imagine that some people get quite annoyed with it, but I don't exactly have that luxury as I am still learning new things everyday. I seriously think you have to stay up on this stuff everyday in order to be successful. Anyways, if you are looking for more attention with a smaller network then this is the network for you. On the smaller side of medium, this network still has a wide selection of programs to choose from. Pay period is net 30 but you can negotiate weekly payments with the owner or your affiliate manager. You are probably not going to be able to find much about this network on the internet, but don't let that discourage you because this really is a good network.

URL: Blue Phoenix Media
Minimum Payout: $100, $200, $500
Payout Date(s): Net 30
# of Programs: 129
Method of Payment: Check
Programs Offered: CPA, CPS, CPL
Tracking Software: DirectTrack