When I first heard about affiliate marketing, I thought I needed a lot of things — a blog, a landing page, some fancy funnel, maybe even paid ads.
But the truth?
You really don’t need any of that. I started promoting digital products using just my phone and social media, and to my surprise — I earned my first commission without ever touching a website.
If you’re someone who wants to start earning online but feels overwhelmed by all the tech stuff — this list is for you.
Here are five amazing digital products you can start promoting today, even if you don’t have a website.
1. Online Courses
Everyone’s trying to learn something new. Whether it’s editing videos, starting a side hustle, or improving their resume — people are looking for easy, accessible knowledge.
Platforms like Skillshare, Coursera, and Domestika let you promote online courses to your audience.
I once shared a short review of a Canva course on my Instagram story. A few people messaged me for the link, and I earned my first payout that month.
You don’t have to be an expert. Just share what helped you, and someone out there will relate.
2. Ebooks
Ebooks are quick to read, easy to access, and always in demand.
Whether it’s “how to lose weight without the gym” or “how to grow on Instagram,” there’s an ebook for almost every niche.
You can promote Kindle books through Amazon’s affiliate program or sell indie ebooks from platforms like Payhip and Gumroad.
I once recommended a short digital guide about productivity on WhatsApp. The author had an affiliate link ready, and I shared it with my contacts. A few clicks later, I got my first notification — someone had bought the book. That feeling never gets old.
3. Canva Templates and Digital Designs
People love shortcuts — especially when it comes to making something look good.
Canva templates, Instagram post kits, resumes, planners, pitch decks — all of these can be promoted through affiliate programs.
You can find ready-to-promote products on sites like Creative Market or even Etsy’s digital product section.
I once used a beautiful resume template from Etsy and shared a story saying, “This helped me land my first internship.” A few friends asked where I got it, and just like that, I shared the link and earned a few commissions.
Real experience sells better than any sales pitch.
4. AI Tools and Productivity Apps
Let’s be honest — we’re all looking for tools that save time.
Whether it’s an app that checks your grammar or a tool that turns your text into videos, these are incredibly easy to promote.
People love discovering new tools that help them work smarter. I once made a short screen recording showing how I used a writing assistant app to finish my assignments faster. That single story brought in more traffic than my blog ever had at the time.
You don’t need to be a techie. Just explain how a tool helped you, and people will be curious enough to check it out.
5. Stock Photos and Music Libraries
If you’ve ever created content — a YouTube video, a reel, or even a college project — you know how important visuals and background music are.
That’s why platforms that offer stock photos, music, and video clips are a goldmine.
I once shared a post with “My 3 favorite websites for aesthetic photos” and included affiliate links to one of the stock image libraries. It didn’t go viral, but the 200 people who saw it were exactly the kind of audience who needed it — and a few of them converted.
Sometimes, it’s not about big numbers — it’s about the right people.
Why This Works Even Without a Website
We’re living in a time where trust matters more than design.
People follow you, not your domain name. They listen to your story, not your sales funnel.
Whether it’s Instagram, WhatsApp, Telegram, or YouTube Shorts — if you show something that genuinely helped you, others will want to try it too.
You don’t have to wait until everything is perfect. You don’t need a blog, a logo, or a landing page.
You just need to share something real, something you believe in.
Before You Start Sharing Links, Remember This
People don’t like being sold to.
But they love discovering something useful — especially when it comes from someone they trust.
Instead of saying, “Buy this,” try saying:
“This ebook helped me stop procrastinating. I thought I’d never finish my assignments on time, but this gave me the push I needed. Let me know if you want the link.”
That’s the kind of message that gets shared, clicked, and remembered.
Final Thoughts: Start Where You Are
You don’t need more time.
You don’t need more tools.
You just need to begin with what you already have.
There are thousands of digital products out there. But your story — your experience with those products — is what makes people care.
So if you’ve ever used an app, learned from a course, or read a digital guide that made your life easier, don’t keep it to yourself.
Talk about it. Share it. And let that be your first step into affiliate marketing — no website needed.