You’re here for one reason: you want to make money on Pinterest. Forget vague strategies—I’m giving you exactly what works. Here’s a quick-and-actionable breakdown of how to turn Pinterest into your affiliate marketing powerhouse.
Affiliate marketing on Pinterest is a powerful way to generate passive income, but it requires strategy. You can’t just spam affiliate links—you need to create valuable, engaging content that Pinterest users want to save and click on. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to set up your Pinterest affiliate marketing workflow for long-term success.
1. Research Affiliate-Friendly Content with PinClicks
First, you need to find the right keywords, competitors, and trends. PinClicks is a powerful tool that helps you research high-performing content ideas by:
- Keyword Research – Find trending keywords and phrases that align with affiliate products.
- Competitor Analysis – See what’s working for others in your niche.
- Interest-Based Search – Discover Pinterest’s trending topics that match your audience’s intent.
How to Use PinClicks for Research:
- Go to PinClicks and log in.
- Search by Keyword, Competitor, or Interest.
- Analyze trending content—look at engagement, saves, and click-through rates.
- Save your best keyword ideas to a system like Airtable.
2. Organize Keywords & Content Ideas in Airtable
Once you have your keywords, create a content plan inside Airtable. This helps you organize what to create, when to post, and where to link your affiliate products.
How to Set Up Your Airtable Workflow:
- Create a new base in Airtable.
- Add columns for:
- Keyword (from PinClicks)
- Content Type (image pin, idea pin, short video, blog post)
- Affiliate Product (Amazon, Wayfair, etc.)
- Publish Date
3. Create Content: Images, Videos, or Blog Posts
Once you have your keywords, decide on the content format:
- Image Pins – Great for showcasing affiliate products.
- Idea Pins (Short Videos) – Engaging, but you can’t add direct affiliate links.
- Blog Posts – The most effective way to embed multiple affiliate links.
How to Add an Affiliate Link on Pinterest Image Pins:
- Take a real photo of the product, or create idea pins with AI (I use ideogram).
- Upload the image to Pinterest.
- Use the sticker feature to link to your Amazon, Shopify, or other affiliate product.
- Example: Post a photo of a boho bedding set and link it to Amazon.
⚠️ Avoid spamming affiliate links directly on pins. Pinterest doesn’t like it. Instead, mix in valuable non-affiliate content.
4. Write an SEO-Optimized Blog with Affiliate Links
For long-term affiliate marketing success, write Pinterest-friendly blog posts that naturally include affiliate links.
Example: “10 Best Boho Bedroom Ideas” Blog Post
- Idea #1: Layered Rugs → Link to Amazon rugs
- Idea #2: Macrame Wall Art → Link to Etsy macrame
- Idea #3: Rattan Nightstands → Link to Wayfair nightstands
What NOT to Do:
- Don’t link AI-generated images to fake products.
- Don’t overstuff your post with links—focus on value first, monetization second.
5. Generate AI Images with Ideogram & Upload to WordPress
If you’re using AI-generated images for inspiration, Ideogram lets you batch-create them in bulk.
How to Automate AI Images for Blog Posts:
- Use Ideogram to generate 10-15 AI images per post.
- Batch upload them to WordPress media files.
- Insert images throughout your blog post for a visually appealing layout.
⚠️ Pinterest is labeling AI-generated images. If you’re experimenting with AI pins, post only a few per day to test how Pinterest responds.
6. Publish & Schedule Pins with Tailwind
Once your blog post is live, you need a Pinterest pinning strategy. The best way is to schedule posts in Tailwind so you don’t overload Pinterest all at once.
How to Schedule Pins with Tailwind:
- Install the Tailwind Chrome extension.
- Open your blog post and click on the Tailwind extension.
- Select each image and schedule them one week apart.
- Add SEO-rich descriptions and relevant Pinterest boards.
Final Affiliate Pinterest Strategy Tips
✔ Don’t spam—Pinterest will penalize you if you overpost or repeat the same URL too often.
✔ Mix affiliate & non-affiliate content—Post inspiration, tips, and trends, not just products.
✔ Test different pin styles—Try infographics, carousel pins, and lifestyle images to see what converts.
✔ Track performance—Use Pinterest Analytics to see which pins drive clicks and conversions.
Affiliate marketing on Pinterest works when you combine research, valuable content, and strategic pinning. Follow this workflow consistently, and you’ll start seeing affiliate sales grow.
