If you’re just getting started with affiliate marketing, you will find yourself confused. You may wonder, “How do I actually get people to click my link? you’re in the right place. I recently tested five super-simple traffic methods that absolutely anyone can do, no tech skills, no budget, no crazy tools. Here’s exactly what I did, how you can do it too, and what worked best for me.
1. Posting on Facebook (Your Personal Profile)
What I did:
I posted a short story on my timeline. It was about how I wasted hours trying something the hard way. Then I said, “If you want to know what fixed it for me, write ‘YES’ below. I will send you the link.”
One of my earliest posts was a total accident. I wrote this post saying, “I can’t believe how much time I wasted doing this one thing wrong.” All I needed was a simple shortcut. I didn’t think anyone would care, but 3 people actually dropped a “YES.” I messaged each of them and one of them clicked through and grabbed what I was promoting. That gave me my first click and a huge boost of confidence.
How you can do it:
Go to your profile and share a short, real story. End with: “Comment ‘YES’ if you want to see what helped me.” Wait for replies, then message people directly with your link.
Extra tips:
- Keep it casual.
- Use a photo to get more attention.
- Respond quickly in private messages.
2. Joining & Posting in Facebook Groups
What I did:
I joined a couple of beginner-friendly groups and answered questions. At the end, I’d say, “If you want to see what helped me, message me.”
There was a guy in a side hustle group asking why nobody clicks on his links. I replied with my own struggle: “I used to drop my link in every post, thinking it would help, but it did the opposite. When I stopped doing that and just helped first, people actually messaged me asking for more.” He thanked me. I shared the tool I use with two other people who saw that post. One of them clicked and later joined my list.
How you can do it:
Join a few groups around side hustles or online beginners. Look for questions you can answer. Share your tip, and invite people to message you if they want more info.
Extra tips:
- Follow group rules.
- Be helpful first, don’t lead with a link.
- Be human, it goes a long way.
3. Emailing a Small List (Even 10–20 People)
What I did:
I emailed a few people who downloaded one of my free resources. I told a short story and dropped my link at the end.
When I sent my first “story style” email, it was to 17 people. I nearly didn’t send it because I thought, “What’s the point?” But I just told them what I’d been trying, how it failed, and what worked instead. I even said, “Hey, not sure if this is useful to you but it helped me.” One person replied saying, “Thanks for the tip,” and they clicked the link. That was my first email click ever. Felt like a win.
How you can do it:
If you’ve given away a freebie, email those folks. Keep it short—real story, real result. Include your link once, maybe twice.
Extra tips:
- Use their name if you can.
- Ask them to reply if they try it out.
4. Making a Short Video (for Facebook or Instagram Stories)
What I did:
I recorded a quick 30-second video. I talked about a simple solution I found. I told viewers to DM me if they wanted the link.
The first video I made was just me holding my phone at arm’s length. I had no makeup and no script. It was just me rambling about how confused I was two days ago. I said, “I tried something new, and it worked—let me know if you want the details.” I didn’t expect much, but two people messaged me. I was shocked. The point? You don’t need to be polished. You just need to show up as you are.
How you can do it:
Open your camera, hit record, keep it under a minute. Talk like you’re chatting with a friend. Say what the struggle was, what fixed it, and ask people to message you.
Extra tips:
- Don’t overthink it.
- Repost it the next day with a slight twist.
- Look at the camera and smile.
5. Writing a Simple Blog Post
What I did:
I wrote a short blog post titled: “What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Affiliate Stuff,” with my link in the middle and end.
I had no clue what to blog about. I just wrote a post as if I was texting a friend who asked for advice. It started with, “So, here’s what I messed up last month.” Then, I walked through what didn’t work. Finally, I explained what did work. I added my link casually, no big push. A few days later, I shared that blog post in a group. Someone in the group was asking for beginner tips, and they clicked it. Boom.
How you can do it:
Use Blogger, Medium, or WordPress. Write 300–500 words like you’re chatting to one person. Include your link naturally, not forcefully.
Extra tips:
- Use a simple title and intro.
- Focus on what didn’t work, then what finally did.
- Share it in your profile or groups when it makes sense.
What You Should Do Next
Choose one method you’re comfortable with. Do it once a day for 7 days. Pay attention to what gets clicks or responses. Keep doing what works. Drop what doesn’t. That’s how you build momentum even if you’re just getting started.
