Apple Launches App Store Affiliate Program

Apple has announced a new “App Store Affiliate Program” for developers looking to score an extra buck by including links in their applications. To start, devs need to determine which regional affiliate program area best matches the audience for their website or application.

“Discover New Revenue Opportunities with the App Store Affiliate Program,” the latest update on the iPhone Dev Center - News and Announcements section reads. “Learn about the App Store Affiliate Program and how you can create new revenue opportunities in your app by linking to the iTunes Store and the App Store. Make sure to read the App Store Affiliate Program page for details on how to become an affiliate and for guidelines on implementing links within your app,” Apple says.

Users are directed to a web page entitled iTunes & App Store Affiliate Tools, where Apple details the App Store Affiliate Program more thoroughly. “The App Store Affiliate Program provides a unique way for your app to interface with the iTunes Store and App Store to link to millions of songs, thousands of apps, Hollywood movies to rent or buy, TV shows, music videos, games, audiobooks, and free podcasts,” the company explains. “You too can be part of the excitement by joining the affiliate program.” Apple then goes to post some program benefits, which include the following.

· Make Money: As an affiliate, you can earn commissions on all qualifying revenue generated by links to the App Store and iTunes Store.
· Enhance Your App: In addition to generating commissions, you can add valuable and compelling content to your app and make it easy for your customers to find music, other apps, TV shows, movies, audiobooks, and more.
· Stay in the Know: Our affiliate resource website will keep you up to date on new tools, special promotions, and other resources. Check it out at http://www.apple.com/itunes/affiliates/resources.

Visit Apple here to learn more about its newly introduced App Store Affiliate Program.