Simple Affiliate for Shopify App Store
By SA Inc.
Simple Affiliate is the #10 ranked affiliate program app on Shopify, with a 4.9 average rating from 124 reviews, with a free plan available, as of Sep 8, 2026.
Simple Affiliate is a Shopify App Store app by SA Inc., launched October 2018. With a rating of 4.9★ from 124 reviews, it currently ranks #10 in the Affiliate program category.
AppRanks data: Simple Affiliate ranks #10 in Affiliate program on Shopify App Store, placing it in the top 4% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
Generated from live marketplace data — refreshed daily
Simple Affiliate is a category-leading Shopify app with a growing review traction. It is listed in the Affiliate program category on Shopify App Store, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 124 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. The free tier lets you trial the entry feature set without committing a payment method. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical Shopify App Store listing.
Pros
- +High average rating (4.9★) signals consistent merchant satisfaction
- +Free tier available — no card required to evaluate
- +Published by SA Inc. — established developer track record
Cons
- −Distribution gated through the marketplace — billing, support, and uninstall flow are all routed through one channel
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About Simple Affiliate
How Simple Affiliate works
Simple Affiliate makes running an affiliate program effortless, so you can focus on growing your business, not managing it. Affiliates register and sign in directly from your store, keeping the experience seamless and on-brand. Choose manual or automatic commission payouts to fit your business needs. Track referrals through links, codes, products, and customer connections, with everything you need to manage your program at scale, all backed by an elite support team dedicated to your success.
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Key features
- Seamless Onboarding: Affiliates register & sign in directly from your store
- Robust Referral Tracking: Links, codes, pixels, customer & product connections
- Flexible Rewards: Set rewards by product, variant, collection, and discount
- Tiered commissions: Automatically reward top affiliates as they hit sales goals
- Payouts and taxes: PayPal, Store credit, and manual payments. 1099s with Autopay
Standardized capabilities
Normalized capabilities detected for this app, comparable across the marketplace.
- ACH PaymentsProcess payments directly from bank accounts using ACH transactions.common
- Affiliate Link ManagementCreate and manage affiliate links to track referrals and commissions.table-stakes
- Affiliate ProgramsSet up affiliate programs to expand your reach and drive sales through partnerships.differentiator
- All Basic Plan FeaturesAccess all features included in the Basic Plan.
- AI AnalyticsUtilize AI-driven analytics tools for actionable insights and reporting.table-stakes
- Automated PayoutsSet up bulk and scheduled payouts to streamline payments.common
- Automated RulesCreate rules that automate processes and actions within your system.common
- Auto-PaymentsEnable automatic payment processing for customer convenience.common
- Bank TransfersFacilitate and manage bank transfer transactions easily.common
- Branded Returns PortalCreate a customized portal for managing product returns.common
- Bulk Link GenerationGenerate multiple links simultaneously for easier sharing and management.differentiator
- Checkout ProcessStreamline the checkout process to enhance customer experience and reduce cart abandonment.table-stakes
- Checkout TrackingMonitor the checkout process to identify drop-off points.table-stakes
- Collection Link ManagementManage links between different product collections for easy navigation.differentiator
- Commission TrackingTrack and manage commissions for affiliates and partners effectively.table-stakes
- Custom Branding SolutionsImplement custom branding strategies to enhance your market presence.common
- Custom Commission RatesSet personalized commission rates for affiliates or partners.table-stakes
- Custom DashboardsCreate interactive dashboards tailored to your analytics needs.common
- Custom Domain SetupConfigure custom domains for your store to enhance branding.differentiator
- Customer AccountsAllow customers to create and manage their own accounts.common
- Custom Form BuilderDesign and create tailored forms to meet specific business needs.differentiator
- Custom Links and DiscountsCreate personalized links for discounts and promotions.common
- Custom Registration FormsCreate tailored registration forms to capture user information effectively.common
- Custom RewardsDevelop personalized rewards to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.common
- Discount CodesCreate and manage discount codes to incentivize purchases.common
- Percentage and Volume DiscountsApply percentage and volume discounts to incentivize purchases.common
- Fraud PreventionImplement measures to prevent fraudulent activities in transactions.differentiator
- Free Shipping OptionsOffer free shipping to enhance customer satisfaction and sales.common
- Gift Card PayoutsManage payouts specifically for gift card transactions.common
- Klaviyo IntegrationConnect with Klaviyo for powerful email marketing automation.niche
- Multi-Currency SupportEnable transactions in multiple currencies for global customers.common
- Page CreationBuild and design new pages for your online store easily.differentiator
- Real-Time TrackingMonitor shipments and inventory in real-time for better visibility.common
- Referral ProgramEncourage customers to refer others and earn rewards.differentiator
- Reward ProgramsCreate and manage reward programs to incentivize customer loyalty.common
- Starter Plan FeaturesAccess all features included in the Starter plan.
- Tax Registration ManagementFacilitate tax registration and form submissions easily.differentiator
- Tiered BenefitsOffer different levels of benefits to customers based on their engagement or spending.common
- Order Tracking FeaturesProvide customers with tracking information for their orders.table-stakes
- Influencer Campaign ManagementPlan and execute marketing campaigns with influencers to reach wider audiences.common
- Referral TrackingTrack and analyze customer referrals and their performance.common
Pricing plans
Starter
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Basic19/month
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Most popular Pro39/month
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Premium69/month
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Category rankings
As of Sep 8, 2026- Affiliate program#10of 285Top 4%
- Loyalty and reward#29of 442Top 7%
- Customer loyalty#42of 535Top 8%
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Featured placements
Simple Affiliate has been featured in the following sections on Shopify App Store in the last 30 days:
- categoryAffiliate programs
Keyword rankings
Simple Affiliate ranks for 27 keywords across Shopify App Store. Here are the top 3:
- Rank #5
- Rank #6
- Rank #7
Competitors & alternatives
Simple Affiliate doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked affiliate program apps on Shopify:
Frequently asked questions
What is Simple Affiliate?
Simple Affiliate is an app for Shopify. It currently holds a 4.9-star rating from 124 merchant reviews, and it has been listed on the marketplace since 2018. It is listed under the Affiliate program category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by SA Inc.
Is Simple Affiliate free?
Simple Affiliate offers a free plan that merchants can install on Shopify without entering payment details. Paid tiers Basic, Pro, Premium unlock additional features for teams that outgrow the free plan. Pricing details on this page are mirrored from the live Shopify listing and refresh on each scrape cycle.
Who uses Simple Affiliate?
Simple Affiliate is actively installed across Shopify stores tracked by AppRanks. Its review base of 124 suggests adoption is concentrated in growth-stage and mid-market stores. It is part of the Affiliate program category on Shopify.
Where does Simple Affiliate rank on Shopify?
Simple Affiliate currently sits at position #10 in the Affiliate program category on Shopify. That places it in the top 4% of 285 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.
What does Simple Affiliate integrate with?
Simple Affiliate lists 7 integrations on its Shopify marketplace page. The most prominent are Checkout, Customer accounts, Shopify Flow, Shopify Admin, Klaviyo, PayPal, plus 1 additional integration listed on the marketplace page. Integration data is mirrored from the live Shopify listing on each refresh, so the set above tracks whatever the developer has currently published — it does not reflect deeper compatibility AppRanks has not been able to verify from public data.
What languages does Simple Affiliate support?
Simple Affiliate declares support for 11 languages on its Shopify marketplace listing: English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, with 5 additional locales documented on the marketplace listing. Language coverage is the locale set the developer has explicitly translated the app interface into — a broader set typically maps to a developer with international merchant traction.