Beacons is an all-in-one platform designed for creators, with a key feature being its "link in bio" tool. For affiliate marketing newbies, Beacons is an excellent choice because it consolidates all your links into a single, easy-to-manage page that you can share on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter (X).

Here is a simple, step-by-step guide to setting up Beacons for affiliate marketing.

Step 1: Create Your Beacons Account and Page
Sign Up: Go to the Beacons website and create a free account. You can sign up using a social media account or an email address.

Customize Your Profile: You'll be prompted to personalize your page. This is where you can choose a theme, add a profile picture, write a short bio, and select a color scheme that matches your brand. A professional-looking page builds trust with your audience.

Step 2: Add Your Affiliate Links
This is the core of your affiliate marketing strategy on Beacons.

Navigate to the "Links" Section: From your Beacons dashboard, find the "Links" or "Add Block" section. This is where you will add all the links you want to share with your audience.

Add an External Link Block: For affiliate links from other platforms (like Amazon Associates, ClickBank, or a brand's specific affiliate program), you'll use the "External Link" block.

Paste Your Affiliate Link: Copy your unique affiliate link from the brand's dashboard and paste it into the URL field in Beacons.

Add a Title and Thumbnail: Give the link a clear, descriptive title (e.g., "My Favorite Protein Powder"). You can also add an image or a thumbnail to make the link more visually appealing and increase click-through rates.

Organize Your Links: As a beginner, you might start with just a few links. As you get more, you can organize them into categories or "Collections." For example, you could have collections like "My Desk Setup," "Beauty Faves," or "Reading List." This makes it easy for your audience to find exactly what they're looking for.

Step 3: Utilize Beacons' Built-in Affiliate Features
Beacons has specific features that can help you with affiliate marketing, especially if you're promoting products from other Beacons creators.

Beacons Creator Affiliate: If a creator is selling a product on Beacons and has an affiliate program, you can get a unique affiliate link for their product and earn a commission. This is a great way to earn money by promoting products within the Beacons ecosystem.

Add Products to Your Store: Beacons allows you to create your own "Store" block. You can add both your own digital products and affiliate products from other creators to this store, making it a central hub for all your recommendations.

Step 4: Promote Your Beacons Page
The final and most important step is to drive traffic to your Beacons page.

Place Your Beacons URL Everywhere: Take your unique Beacons URL (e.g., beacons.ai/yourname) and place it in the bio section of all your social media profiles.

Create "Call-to-Actions" (CTAs): Don't just rely on people finding your link. In your social media content (videos, posts, stories), actively tell your audience to "check the link in my bio" for the product you're talking about.

Use Evergreen Content: A key strategy is to create evergreen content (content that remains relevant for a long time) and link to your Beacons page. This way, you can continue to generate affiliate sales long after the initial post is made.

By following these simple steps, you can create a centralized, professional-looking page that not only showcases your affiliate links but also helps you build an email list, sell your own products, and grow your brand—all in one place.