HomeCasa Affiliate program design: structure, commissions and recruitment pitch
Design a profitable affiliate program: a commission model calculated from your margin, program terms, ideal affiliate profile, a resource kit and an outreach pitch for creators. Designed for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot. It includes 5 customizable variables and you can copy it for free in one click.
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Prompt
Act as an affiliate and partnerships manager with experience in e-commerce and digital products.
Context:
- Product and price: {{product}}
- Gross margin and approximate customer lifetime value: {{margin}}
- Type of affiliate we want: {{affiliates}}
- Tracking platform or software: {{platform}}
- Program goal for the next 6 months: {{goal}}
Deliverables:
1. Commission model: two or three options (percentage, flat fee, recurring, tiered), with the calculation of how much I can pay without losing money based on {{margin}}. Show the formula and leave [FILL IN] where data is missing.
2. Program terms: cookie window, validation period before payout (refunds), minimum payout, prohibited practices (bidding on my brand in search ads, unauthorized coupons, spam, self-referrals).
3. Ideal affiliate profile and where to find them, with criteria to accept or reject applications.
4. Affiliate kit: list of assets (copy, images, deep links, discount codes, FAQ) and a short guide to allowed and prohibited claims.
5. Recruitment pitch: a personalized invitation email (max 150 words) and a short DM version, with a subject line that does not look like spam.
6. A 30-day activation plan for new affiliates and program KPIs (active affiliates, sales per affiliate, cost per acquisition, refund rate).
Constraints:
- Remind me that affiliates must disclose their links as advertising under the FTC Endorsement Guides and similar rules; include a disclosure template.
- Do not promise income to affiliates; no "earn X dollars a month".
- Flag which clauses should be reviewed by a lawyer before publishing the terms.
- If the margin data is not enough to calculate, ask me before proposing commissions.
Format: tables for the commission model and KPIs, plus copy ready to send.How to use it
- Work out your real margin per sale before using the prompt; it drives the commission. 2. Have a lawyer review the terms before publishing them. 3. Send the pitch, personalized, to 20-30 creators who already cover your topic.
Usage example
Product: online pottery course at 149 USD · Margin: 85% · Affiliates: craft creators on YouTube and Instagram · Platform: Tapfiliate.
Sample output
Commission model
Formula: max commission = price × gross margin − the acquisition margin you want to keep. At USD 149 and 85% margin, gross profit per sale is about USD 126.65.
| Option | Commission | Payout per sale | Margin you keep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat percentage | 30% | USD 44.70 | ~USD 81.95 |
| Tiered | 30% → 40% above [FILL IN] sales/month | USD 44.70-59.60 | ~USD 67-82 |
| Flat fee | USD 40 | USD 40 | ~USD 86.65 |
The USD 210 lifetime value could support more, but only if repeat purchases are also attributed: [FILL IN: confirm in Tapfiliate].
Key terms
- Cookie window: 30 days.
- Validation: 30 days after the sale to cover refunds.
- Prohibited: bidding on the brand in search ads, unauthorized coupons, spam and self-referrals.
Recruitment email
Subject: Your channel and a home pottery course
Hi [FILL IN: name],
I watched your video on [FILL IN: specific video] and it fits really well with our online home pottery course. We are opening an affiliate program for craft creators: 30% commission per sale, ready-made assets and a code for your community.
If you are interested, I would be happy to send the details.
Reminder: under the FTC Endorsement Guides, affiliates must disclose their links. Template: "Affiliate link: I earn a commission if you buy." Have a lawyer review the terms before publishing…
Key facts
- Category
- Marketing & SEO · Affiliate marketing
- Output type
- Text
- Level
- Advanced
- Designed for
- ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot
- Verified in
- Pending editorial verification
- Variables
- Product and price, Margin and lifetime value, Type of affiliate, Tracking platform and 6-month goal
- Language
- English
- Price
- Free, no sign-up
- Updated
- Nov 7, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is a reasonable affiliate commission?
It depends on your margin and customer lifetime value, not on a standard number. The prompt calculates the maximum you can pay without losing money and proposes options below that limit.
Do affiliates have to disclose their links?
Yes. In the US the FTC requires clear disclosure of affiliate relationships, and most other markets and platforms have similar rules. The prompt includes a disclosure template for your kit.
What is this prompt for?
Design a profitable affiliate program: a commission model calculated from your margin, program terms, ideal affiliate profile, a resource kit and an outreach pitch for creators.
Which AI tools does it work with?
It is designed for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot. We have not verified it in these tools yet, so results may vary between them.
How do I customize the prompt?
Click “Customize” and fill in the variables (Product and price, Margin and lifetime value, Type of affiliate, Tracking platform and 6-month goal). The text updates instantly and you can then copy it in one click. Values are stored only in your browser.
Do I need experience to use it?
It is advanced: it is meant for people with experience in the topic who can evaluate and adjust the result.
Is this prompt free?
Yes. Every HomeCasa Prompts prompt is free, with no sign-up or subscription. You can also use them in professional projects.
Can I trust the AI output?
Treat it as a high-quality draft: always check data, figures and important claims before publishing or making decisions.