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How to Generate Your Unique Referral Link

Create trackable links to drive referrals

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Written by Brandon Austin
Updated over 2 weeks ago

How to Generate Your Unique Referral Link

Create and access your affiliate tracking links to start earning 30% commission on referred customers.

Quick Answer

Your unique referral link is automatically generated when you join the Affiliate Program. Access it through your Heritage Web Dashboard (Affiliate Dashboard section) for a basic link, or create custom tracking links with advanced features through the Affiliate Portal at affiliate.heritageweb.com.

Finding Your Basic Referral Link

Via Heritage Web Dashboard

  1. Log into dashboard.heritageweb.com

  2. Navigate to Affiliate Dashboard in the main menu

  3. Your referral link appears at the top of the page

  4. Click "Copy Link" to copy to clipboard

Via Affiliate Portal

  1. Log into affiliate.heritageweb.com

  2. Your default link appears on the homepage dashboard

  3. Find it also under Links & Assets section

Creating Custom Tracking Links

Step 1: Access Link Builder

In the Affiliate Portal, navigate to Links & AssetsCreate New Link

Step 2: Choose Destination

Select where you want the link to direct users:

  • HeritageWeb.com (main site)

  • Specific publication (e.g., BlackLawyers.com, IranianDoctors.com)

  • Specific landing page or campaign page

Step 3: Name Your Link

Give it a descriptive name for your own tracking (e.g., "Facebook Campaign January" or "Email Newsletter")

Step 4: Generate Link

Click "Create Link" to generate your unique URL

Step 5: Copy and Use

Copy the generated link and use it in your promotional materials

How Your Links Work

  • Unique Affiliate ID: Embedded in every link you generate

  • 60-Day Cookie: Sets tracking cookie when clicked

  • Permanent Attribution: When someone creates an account, you're permanently linked

  • 12-Month Commission Window: Earn 30% on all purchases for their first year

  • Cross-Domain Tracking: Works across all 300+ Heritage Web publications

Important Notes

  • One Link, Multiple Uses: The same link works for all Heritage Web services (listings, leads, sponsorships)

  • No Expiration: Your links never expire and remain active as long as your account exists

  • Mobile Friendly: Links work on all devices and browsers

  • Network-Wide: Visitors can click your link on one domain and sign up on another

FAQs

Can I create multiple referral links? Yes. While the Dashboard shows one basic link, you can create unlimited custom links in the Affiliate Portal for different campaigns.

Do my links work on all Heritage Web sites? Yes. Your affiliate ID tracks across all 300+ Heritage Web domains. A click on BlackLawyers.com credits you even if they sign up on HeritageWeb.com.

What if someone clears their cookies? The 60-day cookie resets if cleared. However, once they create an account, attribution becomes permanent regardless of cookies.

Can I use my link for specific services? Your link works for everything—when referred users purchase leads, upgrade to sponsor, or sign enterprise agreements, you earn 30% commission.

Next Steps

  • Create campaign-specific links for better tracking

  • Add UTM parameters for detailed analytics

  • Test your link in an incognito browser

  • Share your link across multiple channels

Related Articles

  • Customizing Links with UTM Parameters

  • Viewing Affiliate Referral Traffic & Sign-Ups

  • Understanding the 60-Day Cookie Window

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