The #1 Product or Service as an Affiliate
I asked Chat GPT…
“What is the number one product or service that is bought through an affiliate link?”
The Answer I got…
There isn’t one single SKU that wins globally, but across the affiliate industry the #1 product/service category consistently bought through affiliate links is:
🔥 Software & Digital Subscriptions (SaaS)
This category outperforms others in volume, consistency, and lifetime value.
Why software & subscriptions dominate affiliate sales
- ✅ Recurring commissions (monthly or yearly)
- ✅ Low friction (no shipping, instant access)
- ✅ High demand (people actively searching for solutions)
- ✅ Scales globally
- ✅ High trust when recommended via content
Top-performing subcategories
- Web hosting & website tools
- Bluehost, SiteGround, WP Engine
- HUGE in affiliate marketing
- Online business & marketing platforms
- Website builders, email marketing, funnel builders
- (This is where Wealthy Affiliate fits perfectly)
- Finance & investing platforms
- Trading apps, crypto platforms, budgeting software
- VPNs & cybersecurity tools
- NordVPN, ExpressVPN, password managers
- Education & online courses
- Business, marketing, fitness, certifications
🥈 Close second: Physical products (Amazon-style)
- Electronics
- Home & kitchen
- Health & fitness gear
These sell in higher volume, but:
- ❌ Much lower commissions
- ❌ No recurring income
The BIG takeaway (especially for you)
If your goal is leverage + recurring income:
Digital subscriptions that help people make money, save time, or solve a problem are the most powerful affiliate products on the planet.
That’s exactly why platforms like Wealthy Affiliate convert well:
- It’s software + education
- It pays recurring commissions
- Buyers are already problem-aware.
NOTE: I am always interested in exploring collaboration partnerships to promote WA Memberships and if you’re interested, you know how/where to contact me. ⭐️
BRAD MagicBrad GUDIM 😊
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PS: That good looking guy in the photo with the coffee mug is not me.
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Recurring commissions has always been a winner, as you don't need "ongoing" sales to maintain a budget to promote a given product/service. That model has been proven a winner over and over again...but what you promote has to be current, progressive and convert.
Wealthy Affiliate is going to continue to provide one of the most progressive and lucrative affiliate programs as we head into 2026! Jump aboard!
Thanks for the insightful post! I'm planning to promote WA only.
After reading your post, I will also focus on promoting software and digital products.
The product that I’ve made the most money with is a software that allows the user to send direct mail, postcards, greeting cards, and personalized gifts through the United States Postal Service.
I’ve been an advocate of direct mail postcards for many years. However, this software is raising their user price and it’s harder to sell now.
Sorry to hear that! I appreciate you sharing this... I completely understand how frustrating it will be. I pray that you will find an awesome offer to promote.
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Thanks for sharing!