Free AI Prompt Templates for Building Affiliate Websites

Templates in this PDF

Site Architecture & Content Map
Complete HTML Affiliate Article Page
Niche Research & Viability Analysis
Next.js Affiliate Site Scaffold
On-Page SEO Audit & Optimization
Comparison / Review Article Writer
Content Brief Generator

How to use these templates

Each template is a fully-formed LLM prompt. Replace every [PLACEHOLDER] with your specific details, then paste the whole thing into your AI model of choice.

Pick a template

Choose the prompt that matches what you're building right now — site scaffold, article, SEO audit, etc.

Fill the brackets

Every [PLACEHOLDER] in yellow is a variable. Replace them all before submitting.

Paste into your LLM

Works with Claude 3.5 Sonnet, GPT-4o, Gemini 1.5 Pro, or any capable model with a large context window.

Edit the output

AI output is a starting point — not final copy. Add your experience, check facts, fix your voice.

Filter:

Site Architecture & Full Content Map

Generate a complete site blueprint: domain ideas, content cluster structure, keyword-ordered content calendar, affiliate program targets, and internal linking plan — before you write a single word.

Planning Architecture Keywords Affiliate Programs

Variables to replace

[NICHE] [AUDIENCE] [BUDGET] [TECH STACK]

# PROMPT: Affiliate Website Site Architecture Generator

You are an expert affiliate website strategist and SEO architect. I want to build a complete affiliate website.

NICHE: [NICHE — e.g., "AI productivity tools for freelancers"]
TARGET AUDIENCE: [AUDIENCE — e.g., "freelancers who want to work faster with AI, beginner to intermediate"]
MONTHLY BUDGET: [BUDGET — e.g., "$0–$50/month"]
TECH STACK: [TECH STACK — e.g., "static HTML/CSS on Cloudflare Pages" OR "Next.js on Vercel"]

Generate a complete affiliate site architecture package. Deliver the following sections:

SECTION 1 — DOMAIN NAME IDEAS
- 5 domain name options (mix of brandable and partial-match)
- For each: note whether it's .com/.io/.co and why it fits the niche

SECTION 2 — SITE NAVIGATION STRUCTURE
- Primary nav items (max 6) with brief description of each section's purpose
- Footer nav groups (3–4 categories, 4–5 links each)

SECTION 3 — CONTENT CLUSTER ARCHITECTURE
- 1 pillar hub page (broad topic, highest-volume keyword)
- 5 cluster supporting articles (more specific, lower KD)
- 3 comparison pages ("X vs Y" format)
- 2 "how to" guide pages
- 2 review pages (single product)
For each page include: target keyword, estimated monthly search volume, keyword difficulty (Low/Medium/High), content type, and word count recommendation.

SECTION 4 — CONTENT CALENDAR (First 12 Weeks)
List 12 articles in order of priority:
- Prioritise lowest keyword difficulty first
- Include: week number, page title, target keyword, content type, affiliate angle

SECTION 5 — AFFILIATE PROGRAM TARGETS
List 6–8 products/services in this niche suitable for affiliate promotion.
For each include: product name, affiliate network (PartnerStack/Impact/ShareASale/CJ/Direct), estimated commission rate, cookie duration, and why it fits this niche.

SECTION 6 — INTERNAL LINKING STRATEGY
Describe the hub-and-spoke internal linking structure for this site.
Include: how the pillar page links to clusters, how clusters cross-link, and anchor text recommendations.

SECTION 7 — QUICK-WIN MONETIZATION ESTIMATE
Conservative estimate: if I publish 2 articles/week at this niche's average commission and a 1% conversion rate, what monthly revenue can I realistically target by month 3, 6, and 12? Show your working.

Format all output with clear section headers and use tables where applicable.

Best used at: Day 0 — before buying a domain or writing anything. Run this first to validate the niche has enough affiliate-ready keywords and programs. Use Ahrefs/Google Keyword Planner to cross-check the volumes it returns.

Complete HTML Affiliate Article Page

Generate a fully-coded, production-ready HTML page including semantic structure, sticky nav, TOC, callout boxes, comparison tables, JSON-LD schema, affiliate CTAs, and mobile-responsive CSS — all in one LLM call.

HTML / CSS Schema Markup SEO Affiliate CTAs

Variables to replace

[H1 TITLE] [PRIMARY KEYWORD] [CONTENT TYPE] [PRODUCT 1–3] [WORD COUNT] [RELATED PAGE 1–2] [SITE NAME]

# PROMPT: Complete HTML Affiliate Article Page Builder

You are a senior front-end developer and SEO specialist. Build a complete, production-ready HTML file for an affiliate content article.

PAGE DETAILS:
- H1 Title: [H1 TITLE — e.g., "Best AI Writing Tools for Affiliate Marketing (Ranked & Tested)"]
- Primary keyword: [PRIMARY KEYWORD — e.g., "best AI writing tools for affiliate marketing"]
- URL slug: [URL SLUG — e.g., "/ai-tools/best-ai-writing-tools-for-affiliate-marketing/"]
- Content type: [CONTENT TYPE — Ultimate Guide / Comparison / Review / How-To / Listicle]
- Affiliate products to feature: [PRODUCT 1], [PRODUCT 2], [PRODUCT 3]
- Target word count: [WORD COUNT — e.g., 2,200 words]
- Internal links to include: [RELATED PAGE 1 — title and URL], [RELATED PAGE 2 — title and URL]
- Site name: [SITE NAME]
- Author name: [AUTHOR NAME]
- Publish date: [DATE — e.g., "2026-03-10"]

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Full semantic HTML5 ( through ) — one complete file, no truncation
2. <head> must include:
   - Charset, viewport meta
   - SEO title tag (primary keyword near front, under 60 chars)
   - Meta description (keyword + value prop, 150–160 chars)
   - Canonical URL
   - Open Graph tags (og:title, og:description, og:url, og:type)
   - JSON-LD schema: BlogPosting (or Review/HowTo as appropriate) with headline, url, datePublished, author, publisher, description, keywords
3. Body structure:
   - Sticky header with site logo + navigation links
   - Breadcrumb navigation (Home › Category › Page Title)
   - Article header: badge, date, H1, one-sentence description
   - Clickable table of contents with anchor links (minimum 5 sections)
   - At least 2 callout boxes: one .callout--tip, one .callout--warn
   - At least 1 comparison table with thead/tbody (product features side-by-side)
   - One tool/product card per affiliate product with description + CTA button
   - All affiliate links must have rel="nofollow sponsored noopener" target="_blank"
   - FTC affiliate disclosure callout near the top of article body
   - Newsletter signup box before footer
   - Standard footer: affiliate disclaimer, footer nav columns, copyright
4. CSS design tokens to use (declare in :root, apply throughout):
   --bg: #0d0f14
   --bg-card: #141720
   --bg-card2: #1a1e2b
   --border: #232840
   --accent: #00e07a
   --text: #e8eaf0
   --text-muted: #8b90a7
   --text-dim: #5c6080
   --radius: 10px
   --radius-lg: 16px
   --font-sans: 'Inter', system-ui, -apple-system, sans-serif
5. Mobile responsive: hamburger menu, single-column layout at ≤768px
6. No external CSS frameworks — vanilla CSS only
7. Inline <script> at bottom for hamburger toggle only

CONTENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Write full, substantive article content (not placeholder text)
- First-person, conversational tone — opinionated and honest
- Every H2 section should target a LSI keyword variation
- Include specific product comparisons with pros/cons per product
- Conclude with a clear "My Recommendation" section

Output the complete HTML file. Do not truncate or summarise any section.

Best used with: Claude 3.5 Sonnet or GPT-4o (200k+ context window). Use this for every new article page. After generating, swap in your real affiliate links and add personal experience details the AI cannot know.

Niche Research & Viability Analysis

Full AI-powered niche analysis: viability score, top 10 keyword opportunities, affiliate program landscape, competition weaknesses, content cluster structure, and a conservative revenue estimate — all in one report.

Niche Research Keyword Research Competition Revenue Estimate

Variables to replace

[NICHE TOPIC] [AUDIENCE] [COMMISSION]

# PROMPT: Affiliate Niche Research & Viability Analysis Report

You are an expert affiliate marketing niche researcher with deep knowledge of SEO, keyword research, and affiliate monetization. Produce a comprehensive niche viability report.

NICHE TOPIC: [NICHE TOPIC — e.g., "email marketing tools for small businesses"]
TARGET AUDIENCE: [AUDIENCE — e.g., "small business owners with 1–10 employees, not technical"]
ASSUMED AVG. COMMISSION: [COMMISSION — e.g., "$40 per conversion" — adjust based on niche]

Produce a full niche analysis report with the following sections:

1. NICHE VIABILITY SCORE (1–10)
Score this niche on: search demand, affiliate program availability, average commission value, competition level, audience buying intent. Provide a score with a 3-sentence explanation. Verdict: Go / Proceed with caution / Avoid.

2. TOP 10 KEYWORD OPPORTUNITIES
Table format with columns: Keyword | Est. Monthly Volume | KD (Low/Med/High) | Intent (Info/Commercial/Transactional) | Best Content Format | Affiliate Angle.
Order by: best opportunity first (low KD + high commercial intent).

3. AFFILIATE PROGRAM AUDIT
List 6–8 products/services suitable for this niche.
Table format: Product Name | Category | Affiliate Network | Est. Commission | Cookie Duration | Payout Model (CPA/RevShare/Recurring) | Notes.

4. COMPETITION LANDSCAPE
- Describe the competitive landscape in 3–4 sentences
- Name 3 types of competitors you would face (e.g., "large review aggregators", "brand blogs", etc.)
- Identify 3 specific content gaps or weaknesses in what currently ranks that I can exploit

5. CONTENT CLUSTER ARCHITECTURE
Recommend a hub-and-spoke content structure:
- 1 Pillar page: [title, target keyword, word count]
- 5 Cluster articles: [title, target keyword, content type, word count each]
- 2 Comparison pages: [title, X vs Y format]
- 2 Review pages: [title, product being reviewed]

6. MONETIZATION ESTIMATE (Conservative)
Using my assumed average commission and a 1% conversion rate on affiliate clicks:
- Month 3 estimate (assuming 2 articles/week, early traffic)
- Month 6 estimate (compounding organic traffic)
- Month 12 estimate (established site, 50+ articles)
Show assumption table so I can adjust variables.

7. VERDICT & NEXT ACTIONS
3-bullet recommended next actions if I proceed with this niche today.

Use tables wherever data is tabular. Be precise — no vague generalisations.

Note: LLM keyword volume estimates are directional, not precise. Always verify the top 5 keyword suggestions in Ahrefs, Semrush, or Google Keyword Planner before committing. Treat the AI output as a hypothesis to test.

Next.js Affiliate Site Scaffold

Generate a complete Next.js 14 (App Router) affiliate website codebase: TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, MDX blog, SSG, metadata API, JSON-LD schema, sitemap, affiliate link component, TOC, and Vercel deployment config.

Next.js TypeScript Tailwind CSS MDX Vercel

Variables to replace

[SITE NAME] [DOMAIN] [NICHE] [PRIMARY COLOR] [EMAIL PROVIDER] [AUTHOR]

# PROMPT: Next.js 14 Affiliate Website Scaffold (App Router + TypeScript)

You are a senior Next.js developer specialising in affiliate content websites. Generate a complete, production-ready Next.js 14 project scaffold.

PROJECT DETAILS:
- Site name: [SITE NAME — e.g., "TechAffiliate"]
- Domain: [DOMAIN — e.g., "techaffiliate.com"]
- Niche: [NICHE — e.g., "SaaS productivity tools"]
- Accent/primary color: [PRIMARY COLOR — e.g., "#00e07a" (green)]
- Background color: [BG COLOR — e.g., "#0d0f14" (dark) OR "#ffffff" (light)]
- Newsletter provider: [EMAIL PROVIDER — e.g., Kit (ConvertKit) / Beehiiv / Mailchimp]
- Author name: [AUTHOR]

TECH REQUIREMENTS:
- Next.js 14 with App Router (not Pages Router)
- TypeScript throughout — strict mode
- Tailwind CSS with custom design tokens matching site colors
- MDX support via next-mdx-remote or @next/mdx for blog content
- Static site generation (generateStaticParams) for all blog/article pages
- next-sitemap for automatic sitemap.xml generation
- app/robots.ts for robots.txt

PAGES TO GENERATE (app/ directory):
1. app/page.tsx — Homepage with hero, featured posts grid, newsletter CTA
2. app/blog/page.tsx — Blog/article index with category filter
3. app/blog/[slug]/page.tsx — Individual article with full MDX rendering
4. app/[category]/page.tsx — Category landing page (dynamic)
5. app/about/page.tsx — About page
6. app/affiliate-disclosure/page.tsx — Legal disclosure page

COMPONENTS TO GENERATE (components/ directory):
- Header.tsx — Sticky header, logo, nav links, mobile hamburger
- Footer.tsx — Footer grid with nav columns, disclosure, copyright
- AffiliateLink.tsx — Props: href, productName, children, showDisclosure(boolean)
  Must include: rel="nofollow sponsored noopener", target="_blank", optional inline disclosure badge
- Callout.tsx — Variants: tip | warn | info | danger (accepts children)
- TableOfContents.tsx — Auto-generated from MDX headings, sticky sidebar on desktop
- PostCard.tsx — Blog post preview card: title, excerpt, date, category badge, CTA
- ComparisonTable.tsx — Props: products[], features[] — renders responsive comparison table
- NewsletterForm.tsx — Email signup integrated with [EMAIL PROVIDER] API

LIB / UTILITIES:
- lib/posts.ts — getAllPosts(), getPostBySlug(), getPostsByCategory() using fs + gray-matter
- lib/schema.ts — generateBlogPostingSchema(), generateWebSiteSchema(), generateBreadcrumbSchema()
- lib/metadata.ts — generatePageMetadata() helper for consistent metadata across all pages

CONTENT EXAMPLE FILES:
- content/posts/example-review.mdx — Sample product review with frontmatter (title, date, description, category, keywords, affiliateProducts array)
- content/posts/example-comparison.mdx — Sample comparison article

CONFIGURATION FILES:
- package.json — All required dependencies with exact versions compatible with Next.js 14
- tailwind.config.ts — Custom color tokens, typography plugin, dark mode: 'class'
- tsconfig.json — Strict mode, path aliases (@/components, @/lib, @/content)
- next.config.ts — MDX setup, image domains, redirect rules
- next-sitemap.config.js — Sitemap generation with priority rules
- .env.example — Required environment variables (newsletter API key, site URL, etc.)
- vercel.json — Deployment configuration

METADATA PATTERN (apply to ALL pages):
Each page must export a generateMetadata function or static metadata object with:
title, description, canonical, openGraph (title, description, url, type, siteName), twitter, alternates.

JSON-LD SCHEMA (apply to all pages):
- Homepage: WebSite + Organization
- Article pages: BlogPosting (or Review/HowTo) + BreadcrumbList
- Category pages: CollectionPage + BreadcrumbList

DELIVER:
1. Complete directory tree (all files and folders)
2. Full code for every file listed above — no stubs, no "// implement this" placeholders
3. package.json with all dependencies
4. Step-by-step Vercel deployment instructions
5. Instructions for adding the first MDX article

Code must be production-quality. No demo/placeholder logic in critical components.

Pro tip: Use this in a VS Code Copilot / Cursor session rather than a chat interface. Break it into multiple outputs if you hit context limits — generate components in batches. See my Next.js build log for a real-world walkthrough.

On-Page SEO Audit & Optimization

Feed in a published article (or draft) and get back a complete SEO audit: rewritten title/meta, heading restructure, keyword density report, JSON-LD schema, internal link opportunities, featured snippet optimization, and content gap analysis.

SEO On-Page Schema Content Gaps Featured Snippets

Variables to replace

[TARGET KEYWORD] [PAGE URL] [CONTENT TYPE] [PASTE CONTENT HERE]

# PROMPT: On-Page SEO Audit & Optimization Checklist

You are a senior SEO strategist specialising in affiliate content websites. Perform a full on-page SEO audit and deliver an actionable optimisation report.

PAGE DETAILS:
- Target keyword: [TARGET KEYWORD — e.g., "best email marketing tools for small business"]
- Secondary keywords (optional): [SECONDARY KEYWORDS — e.g., "email marketing software comparison, cheapest email marketing"]
- Page URL: [PAGE URL — e.g., "https://mysite.com/best-email-marketing-tools/"]
- Content type: [CONTENT TYPE — listicle / guide / comparison / review / how-to]
- Current title tag (if known): [CURRENT TITLE]

ARTICLE CONTENT:
[PASTE YOUR FULL ARTICLE HTML OR PLAIN TEXT HERE]

AUDIT CHECKLIST — deliver each item below:

1. TITLE TAG
   - Analyse current title (keyword placement, length, CTR appeal)
   - Provide 3 rewritten options, each under 60 chars, keyword near front
   - Mark your recommended option

2. META DESCRIPTION
   - Analyse or write fresh meta description
   - Provide 2 options (150–160 chars each), include keyword + clear value proposition

3. H1 TAG
   - Confirm keyword presence
   - Suggest improved H1 if the current one is weak

4. HEADING STRUCTURE
   - Map the full H1 → H2 → H3 hierarchy
   - Flag any missing sections, duplicate headings, or missed keyword opportunities
   - Suggest revised H2 options for the 2 weakest headings

5. KEYWORD USAGE REPORT
   - Primary keyword: current count and recommended count for this word count
   - 3 LSI / semantic keywords to add naturally (with suggested sentences)
   - Flag any keyword stuffing

6. JSON-LD SCHEMA BLOCK
   - Generate a complete, ready-to-paste JSON-LD block appropriate for this content type
   - Include: @type, headline, description, url, datePublished, author, publisher, keywords
   - If content is a review: include Review with ratingValue
   - If content is a how-to: include HowTo with steps
   - If content contains FAQs: include FAQPage entries

7. INTERNAL LINKING OPPORTUNITIES
   - Suggest 3 places in the article to add internal links
   - For each: quote the surrounding sentence, suggest anchor text, describe the destination page type

8. CONTENT GAP ANALYSIS
   - What are the top 3 topics that competitors ranking for this keyword cover, that this article does not address?
   - For each gap: suggest a new H2 section title and 2-sentence description of what to write

9. FEATURED SNIPPET OPTIMISATION
   - Identify the single most "snippet-worthy" question this article could answer
   - Rewrite or create 1 short answer block (40–60 words) optimised for featured snippet capture

10. AFFILIATE CONVERSION AUDIT
    - Are CTAs placed at logical moments in the reader journey? (after problem is stated, after product is introduced, before conclusion)
    - Suggest 2 specific improvements to increase affiliate click-through rate

Format output as a numbered checklist with Before/After rewrites clearly marked.

When to use: Run this on every article before publishing, and again on articles stuck on page 2 of Google. Paste either plain text or your full HTML — the AI will work with either format.

Comparison / Review Article Writer

Write a complete, full-length comparison or review article — with intro hook, quick verdict table, per-product sections with pros/cons, a feature comparison table, a clear "My Recommendation" section, FAQ, and conclusion CTA.

Content Writing Comparison Pages Review Articles Conversion Copy

Variables to replace

[ARTICLE TYPE] [TARGET KEYWORD] [PRODUCT 1–3] [AUDIENCE] [UNIQUE ANGLE] [WORD COUNT]

# PROMPT: Affiliate Comparison / Review Article Writer

You are an expert affiliate content writer who specialises in high-converting product comparison and review articles. Write a complete, full-length article as specified.

ARTICLE CONFIGURATION:
- Article type: [ARTICLE TYPE — "X vs Y Comparison" / "Best X for Y Roundup" / "Single Product Review"]
- Target keyword: [TARGET KEYWORD — e.g., "Claude vs ChatGPT for content creation"]
- Products/tools to compare or review: [PRODUCT 1], [PRODUCT 2], [PRODUCT 3 if applicable]
- Target audience: [AUDIENCE — e.g., "affiliate bloggers who create 3–5 articles per week and want AI to speed up drafting"]
- Unique angle / differentiator: [UNIQUE ANGLE — e.g., "I've personally used both for 60 days — this is based on real usage data, not spec sheets"]
- Target word count: [WORD COUNT — e.g., 2,500 words]
- Publish date context: [DATE — e.g., "March 2026"]

REQUIRED ARTICLE STRUCTURE:

1. FTC AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE (1 sentence, top of article)

2. INTRO (150–180 words)
   - Open with the specific pain point the reader has
   - State exactly what this article will answer
   - Earn the read with a specific insight or counterintuitive finding

3. QUICK VERDICT TABLE
   Markdown table: Product | Best For | Price/mo | Our Rating | Affiliate Link text
   This should be scannable — people who don't read the full article should still know which to buy

4. PER-PRODUCT SECTIONS (one H2 per product)
   Each section must include:
   - 2-paragraph overview of the product
   - Bullet list: Pros (min 4)
   - Bullet list: Cons (min 3) — be honest, this builds trust and improves conversions
   - Pricing breakdown (all plans, free tier if available)
   - "Who should choose this" (1 sentence, specific persona)
   - CTA button placeholder: [GET [PRODUCT NAME] →] (affiliate link placeholder)

5. HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON TABLE
   Markdown table comparing all products across 8–10 features
   Features to include: Pricing, Free Trial, AI Quality, Interface, Best For, Support, Integrations, [2 niche-specific features]

6. MY RECOMMENDATION
   - H2: "Which [product type] Should You Choose?"
   - Be specific: "Choose [Product A] if... Choose [Product B] if... Choose [Product C] if..."
   - Avoid fence-sitting — make a clear winner statement for the most common use case

7. FAQ SECTION (5 questions)
   Based on "People Also Ask" queries for this keyword.
   Each answer: 2–4 sentences, direct and specific. Format as H3 question + paragraph answer.

8. CONCLUSION (100 words)
   - Restate the top recommendation
   - Include a final CTA: [LINK TEXT → affiliate link placeholder]

VOICE AND STYLE REQUIREMENTS:
- First person throughout ("I tested", "In my experience", "I recommend")
- Opinionated — take a clear stance, don't say "it depends" without being specific
- Honest about weaknesses — readers trust reviewers who call out flaws
- Use specific numbers and data where possible (pricing, limits, speeds, output quality examples)
- No filler phrases: "In conclusion", "In today's digital landscape", "It's important to note"

AFTER GENERATING:
Add a note at the end listing: 5 specific facts or claims in this article that I should personally verify or replace with my own real-world experience before publishing.

High-value use: Comparison and review pages are the highest-converting content type in affiliate marketing. Use this for every "X vs Y" and "Best X for Y" article. The "verify these facts" section at the end is critical — always action it before publishing.

Content Brief Generator

Generate a detailed, writer-ready content brief for any affiliate article: title options, full H1–H3 outline, keyword map, competitor gap analysis, internal linking plan, schema recommendation, and estimated ranking timeline.

Content Briefs Outlines Keyword Mapping Internal Links

Variables to replace

[TARGET KEYWORD] [CONTENT TYPE] [NICHE] [AUDIENCE] [AFFILIATE PRODUCTS] [SITE AUTHORITY]

# PROMPT: SEO Content Brief Generator for Affiliate Articles

You are a senior content strategist specialising in affiliate SEO. Generate a detailed, production-ready content brief for the article specified below.

BRIEF INPUTS:
- Target keyword: [TARGET KEYWORD — e.g., "how to start affiliate marketing with no audience"]
- Secondary keywords: [SECONDARY KEYWORDS — e.g., "affiliate marketing without followers, start affiliate marketing 2026"]
- Content type: [CONTENT TYPE — guide / how-to / listicle / comparison / case study]
- Site niche: [NICHE — e.g., "affiliate marketing and online business"]
- Target audience: [AUDIENCE — e.g., "complete beginners with no existing website, email list, or social following"]
- Affiliate products to weave in: [AFFILIATE PRODUCTS — e.g., "Ahrefs, Surfer SEO, ConvertKit"]
- Site domain authority (approx): [SITE AUTHORITY — e.g., "DA 5 — new site" or "DA 30 — established"]

DELIVERABLE 1 — TITLE OPTIONS
Write 3 title tag options:
- Option A: Keyword-first, under 60 chars (SEO-optimised)
- Option B: Question format targeting PAA (People Also Ask)
- Option C: Listicle/numbered format if applicable
Mark your recommended option with a star and explain why.

DELIVERABLE 2 — META DESCRIPTION
Write 2 meta description options (150–160 chars each). Include primary keyword + clear value proposition. Label preferred option.

DELIVERABLE 3 — FULL ARTICLE OUTLINE
Provide the complete heading hierarchy:
- H1 (confirmed final)
- For each H2: heading text, target LSI keyword (if applicable), recommended word count for that section, content notes (what must be covered), content format (paragraph / bullet list / table / numbered steps)
- H3 subheadings under each H2 where needed
Mark: [CALLOUT BOX] where tip/warn/info boxes should appear
Mark: [AFFILIATE CTA] where product recommendation CTAs should be placed
Mark: [TABLE] where comparison or data tables belong

DELIVERABLE 4 — KEYWORD USAGE MAP
Table format:
Keyword | Type (Primary/Secondary/LSI) | Target Count | Placement Guidance
Include: primary keyword, 2 secondary keywords, 3 LSI/semantic terms to add naturally.

DELIVERABLE 5 — COMPETITOR GAP ANALYSIS
Assume the top 3 results for this keyword are from established authority sites.
List:
- 3 topics they are likely covering that I must also cover (table-stakes content)
- 2 angles or sub-topics they are probably NOT covering that I can use as differentiation
- 1 content format innovation (e.g., a unique tool, calculator, checklist, template) that could make this page stand out

DELIVERABLE 6 — INTERNAL LINKING PLAN
Suggest 4 internal links with:
- Anchor text (exact)
- Description of destination page (title, type, why it's relevant at this point in the article)
- Position in article: intro / middle / conclusion

DELIVERABLE 7 — SCHEMA RECOMMENDATION
Specify the most appropriate JSON-LD schema @type for this content and list the required fields I must populate.

DELIVERABLE 8 — RANKING TIMELINE ESTIMATE
Given the site's domain authority and the keyword difficulty:
- Realistic ranking timeline (when might this page appear in top 20, top 10, top 5?)
- 2 specific things I can do to accelerate this timeline
- Flag any risks (high competition, Google algorithm sensitivity for this topic type)

Format all deliverables clearly with section headers. This brief will be handed to a writer — make it thorough enough that they need no additional research to write the article.

Workflow tip: Run Template 7 first to get the brief, then feed that brief into Template 2 (HTML page) or Template 6 (comparison article) to generate the full content. Using briefs before full article generation significantly improves output quality.

Download all 7 templates as a PDF

Save to your desktop and reference it whenever you start a new affiliate project. No email required — it's free.

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AI Prompt Templates forBuilding Affiliate Websites

AI Prompt Templates forBuilding Affiliate Websites

Templates in this PDF

How to use these templates

Pick a template

Fill the brackets

Paste into your LLM

Edit the output

Site Architecture & Full Content Map

Complete HTML Affiliate Article Page

Niche Research & Viability Analysis

Next.js Affiliate Site Scaffold

On-Page SEO Audit & Optimization

Comparison / Review Article Writer

Content Brief Generator

Download all 7 templates as a PDF

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My Exact Affiliate Marketing Workflow

How I Built an Affiliate Site with Next.js

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Building Affiliate Websites

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Building Affiliate Websites