Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Why should I join Hotwire's affiliate program?
- Does this cost me anything?
- How do I join?
- Who is LinkShare?
- What is the difference between "retail" bookings and "discount" bookings?
- When should I update my links?
- Which search-engine-marketing terms may I bid on?
- How can I be a successful affiliate?
- Do I need to sign an agreement?
- I have another question that's not answered here.
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It's free and easy. And, you'll enjoy the following benefits:
- Earn 3%* commission for hotel and rental car bookings.
- Earn 2%* commission for discount air and package bookings.
- Earn $2 for every regularly priced airline ticket.
- Earn these fees for all bookings made within 30 days of your referral.
- Gain direct access to a dedicated support team.
- Receive a payment every month you earn a commission. No minimum payment threshold applies.
There are more than 20,000 members in Hotwire's affiliate program. Our best performers receive special offers for increased commission and some are able to earn more than $20,000 per month!
Top hotels, airlines and other brand-name travel companies use Hotwire to reduce their unsold inventory... at specially negotiated prices. Smart travelers use Hotwire to find incredible deals on hotels, flights, cars, cruises and vacation packages.
Start making money today... sign up now!
*On total amount of booking, not including applicable tax recovery fees.
Absolutely not; Hotwire pays you! Participation is voluntary and you can stop participating at any time.
Follow these easy steps:
- Fill out the LinkShare Affiliate application.
- Once you're approved, choose Hotwire Links.
(Note: We recommend using Dynamic Rich Media links.) - Add links to your site and start making money today.
LinkShare manages Hotwire's affiliate program. You'll receive a consolidated check from LinkShare each month, and program support from Hotwire and LinkShare.
Customers are shown all relevant flight information -- flight times, airline name, etc. -- before booking a retail airline ticket. With Hotwire discount airline tickets, including FlexSaver and Clearance Fare tickets, customers are shown detailed flight information only after the booking is complete.
The fresher your links are, the better. Visitors always want to see new content on your site. The easiest way to accomplish this is through Dynamic Rich Media links, available in the Create Links section of LinkShare. These links automatically update when Hotwire changes them. We recommend featuring banners or links from our promotional section; these are updated most often.
You may bid on any term, as long as it is not trademarked or branded by Hotwire. Bidding on misspellings of trademarks or brand names is also prohibited.
Examples of keywords you cannot bid on
- Hotwire
- Hotwire.com
- Hot-fares
- Hot-rates
- 4-star hotel for a 2-star price
Please contact us if there is any question about whether or not you can bid on a term. We are happy to help you.
Visit our Best Practices section for hints and tips, or read about affiliate marketing through LinkShare. You can also find a wealth of affiliate resources online via a simple search on "affiliate" or related terms.
In order to participate in Hotwire's Affiliate Program, you must agree to our Affiliate Program Terms.
We are happy to answer all of your questions; feel free to contact us. Please select the appropriate subject from the menu so that your question can be directed to the appropriate person.