Strong link defaults save time and reduce tracking mistakes across all new campaigns.
When to Use This Guide
Use this before publishing new monetized content, changing integrations, or troubleshooting connection issues.
Before You Start
- You are logged into WordPress with an Administrator account.
- You can access PassiveWP -> Settings.
- You have any required keys or partner credentials ready.
Exact Menu Path
WordPress Admin -> PassiveWP -> Branded Links -> Edit Link -> Settings
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Step 1: Set your default redirect behavior for affiliate safety and flexibility.
Go here WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings
Do this In WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings, do this in order: open the relevant panel, find the control related to "Set your default redirect behavior for affiliate safety and flexibility.", apply one change, click Save/Run, then reload once to confirm it stuck.
Confirm Private-window click tests should route correctly and keep required attribution params.
Step 2: Choose query forwarding mode based on your attribution strategy.
Go here WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings
Do this In "Compliance & Forwarding", choose Forwarding Mode (None/All/Allowlist), save, then test URL params in private browsing.
Confirm Private-window click tests should route correctly and keep required attribution params.
Step 3: Enable click ID capture when postback tracking is in use.
Go here WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings
Do this In "Attribution & Conversion", set Click ID param, copy Trackback Webhook URL, configure network postback, then run one test conversion.
Confirm Private-window click tests should route correctly and keep required attribution params.
Step 4: Review bot and velocity controls before pushing paid traffic.
Go here WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings
Do this Use WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings to run generation for one item first, review the output manually, then continue with the remaining items.
Confirm Private-window click tests should route correctly and keep required attribution params.
Step 5: Test one conversion path end-to-end with real parameters.
Go here WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Branded Links→Edit Link→Settings
Do this In "Compliance & Forwarding", choose Forwarding Mode (None/All/Allowlist), save, then test URL params in private browsing.
Confirm Private-window click tests should route correctly and keep required attribution params.
Quick Troubleshooting Checks
- Re-open the same settings tab and confirm values are still present.
- Run the built-in test for that integration (Amazon/OpenAI/MaxMind).
- If a key is defined in wp-config, update it there instead of the UI field.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Leaving defaults in place without checking if they match your niche.
- Ignoring failed connection tests before publishing monetized content.
- Using invalid or expired credentials and expecting background jobs to recover.
Success Checklist
- Connection test returns success.
- Defaults match your target country and monetization style.
- A test post renders correctly on desktop and mobile.
Pro Tips for Affiliate Marketers
- Re-test credentials after rotating keys.
- Keep credentials in one secure document so your team stays synced.
- Review settings monthly, especially before seasonal campaigns.
If You Get Stuck
Open the matching troubleshooting article in this help center and repeat one step at a time instead of changing multiple settings at once.
