Case Study: Transforming DeleteMe’s Affiliate Program at Vibrant Performance

Company Overview:

Vibrant Performance is an affiliate marketing agency known for its specialized expertise in managing affiliate and influencer programs, particularly for FinTech brands. The agency also caters to a diverse array of brands eager to leverage the power of affiliate marketing. One of the marquee brands under Vibrant Performance’s umbrella is DeleteMe. With the rising concerns over data privacy, DeleteMe offers a valuable service by acting on behalf of its customers, requesting data brokers to opt-out from selling their personal identifiable information. By doing so, DeleteMe not only reduces spam for its customers but also significantly decreases risks associated with identity theft and stalking threats.

My Role:

In my capacity as a Senior Affiliate Marketing Manager for DeleteMe via Vibrant Performance, my objective was clear-cut: supercharge the affiliate program. From scouting and onboarding new affiliates to activating existing ones and optimizing content exposure, the ultimate goal was to enhance conversion rates and overall sales.

The Challenge:

Conversion Crisis: The program was plagued with a meager conversion rate that languished under 1%.

Visibility Issues: Despite having quality content, exposure was limited. Gaining premium placements and rankings on affiliate sites was a challenge.

Affiliate Recruitment: Sourcing and integrating new affiliates that aligned with the brand’s values was an uphill task.

The Solution:

Hyper-Personalized Landing Pages: Recognizing that a one-size-fits-all approach wasn’t working, I spearheaded the creation of custom landing pages tailored for individual affiliates. By continuously A/B testing these pages, we ensured that potential customers encountered the most optimized version.

Monetary Motivation: We enhanced the Cost Per Action (CPA) to make Earnings Per Click (EPC) more appealing. This not only incentivized our existing affiliates but also made our program more attractive to potential partners.

The Results:

Conversion Boom: From languishing under 1%, we skyrocketed the conversion rate to an impressive 7% within just half a year of our engagement.

Vibrant Affiliate Contribution: The Vibrant affiliates group—those we integrated since our inception—now accounts for over half of all sales generated in the affiliate program.

Key Takeaways:

The Power of A/B Testing: Continual experimentation and iteration with landing pages can dramatically alter conversion trajectories.

Transparency Triumphs: Building a relationship of trust with affiliates not only streamlines communication but also offers insights into their requirements and expectations, thereby enabling mutual growth.

My tenure managing DeleteMe’s affiliate program through Vibrant Performance stands as a testament to the power of strategic thinking, continual optimization, and building transparent relationships in the affiliate world.