> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.jaka.app/shopify/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.jaka.app/shopify/affiliate-managment/add-affiliates/create-affiliate-manually.md).

# Create Affiliate manually

Creating an affiliate manually allows **store admins** to add affiliates directly from the Shopify admin, without requiring the affiliate to sign up themselves.

This method is useful when you already have a partner, influencer, or internal staff member you want to add to your affiliate program.

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### 👥 Who Should Use This Method?

* You already know the affiliate’s email
* You want to skip the signup form
* You are adding:
  * Influencers
  * Business partners
  * Internal team members
* You want full control over affiliate details from the start

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### 📝 Steps to Create an Affiliate Manually

1. Go to **Jaka Affiliate Marketing** app > **Affiliates**
2. Click **Add affiliate**

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3. Enter Affiliate Information

Fill in the required details:

* **Name**
* **Email address** (used as the affiliate’s login)
* (Optional) Additional information if available

> 📌 The email must be unique and not already registered as an affiliate.

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4\. Assign Campaign

* Select the campaign you want the affiliate to join
* The affiliate will receive:
  * Commission rules from that campaign
  * Referral links
  * Discount codes (if enabled)

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5\. Save the Affiliate

The affiliate account is now created successfully.

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### ✅ What Happens After Creation?

Once created:

* The affiliate appears in your **Affiliate list**
* Email notification will be sent to affiliates with login link
* They can:
  * Reset password and log in to the affiliate portal
  * Access referral links
  * View commissions and sales
* Discount codes and tracking links are generated automatically (if enabled)

> 📧 You can share the affiliate login link with them manually.

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### 🔄 Manual Creation vs Affiliate Registration

<table><thead><tr><th width="182">Feature</th><th width="210">Manual Creation</th><th width="275">Affiliate Registration</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Admin-controlled</td><td>✅ Yes</td><td>❌ No</td></tr><tr><td>Signup form</td><td>❌ No</td><td>✅ Yes</td></tr><tr><td>Instant setup</td><td>✅ Yes</td><td>Depends on approval</td></tr><tr><td>Best for</td><td>Known partners</td><td>Public affiliates</td></tr></tbody></table>

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### ▶️ Tutorial video

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