Affiliates juggle dozens of programs, links, and payouts—and it’s easy to lose track. Instead of paying for expensive CRMs, you can turn Notion into a lightweight affiliate hub. With the right setup, it helps you manage partners, campaigns, and payments all in one place.
India Snapshot
| Plan | Price (USD/mo) |
Approx INR |
Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | ₹0 | Freelancers, beginners |
| Plus | $10 (~₹830) | ~₹10,000/yr | Small affiliate teams |
| Business | $18 (~₹1,500) | ~₹18,000/yr | Growing affiliate ops |
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Why Notion Works as an Affiliate CRM
Traditional CRMs are often too complex or expensive for affiliates. Notion is flexible:
- Create tables for affiliate programs, contacts, and commissions.
- Add Kanban boards for outreach stages.
- Build dashboards that show monthly revenue goals.
- Collaborate with teammates in real time.
Step-by-Step Setup
Step 1: Create a Partner Database
- Columns: Brand, Program URL, Network, Commission %, Notes.
Step 2: Add a Campaign Tracker
- Columns: Campaign Name, Start Date, End Date, Affiliate Link, Status.
Step 3: Build a Payout Calendar
- Track expected payouts with due dates.
- Tag by network (Impact, CJ, ShareASale).
Step 4: Add CRM Features
- Use Kanban view for “Outreach → Negotiation → Live → Renewal”.
- Add reminders for follow-ups.
Step 5: Create a Dashboard
- Link partner, campaign, and payout tables.
- Add charts (via Notion widgets) to track progress.
Example Use Case
- A Delhi-based affiliate blogger uses Notion Plus.
- Tracks 25+ affiliate programs across finance and SaaS.
- Campaign dashboards show live links, monthly clicks, and upcoming payouts.
- Result: clearer tracking and fewer missed payments.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free to start.
- Customizable with templates.
- Works for individuals and teams.
Cons
- Manual setup required.
- No built-in integrations for affiliate APIs.
- USD billing only (no INR/GST invoices).
In 2025, Notion is one of the best low-cost ways for affiliates to manage their campaigns, contacts, and payouts. Instead of paying for heavy CRMs, you can customize Notion into a clean, flexible hub for your affiliate business.
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