Affiliate directories - good source to find affiliate programs

One of the easiest ways to look for affiliate programs are Affiliate directories. They are good source to find affiliate programs and you can also get more information about affiliate marketing. Visiting affiliate forums, chat rooms or blogs is another medium to find appropriate affiliate program or affiliates. Web directories are something like Yellow pages, they lists sites grouped by niche, geographical locations or special characteristics of programs. An affiliate network is an intermediary between the affiliates and the affiliate programs. These third party solution providers track your sales and makes sure that you get paid. The affiliates can join without paying anything while the affiliate program provider / merchants have to pay a fee. You can also visit the websites of the merchants/companies and inquire if they have affiliate programs - in products that you are interested.