Do Your Affiliate Links Open in a New Window?

Discussion in 'Affiliate Programs' started by Pacific Publishing, Mar 30, 2008.

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    I always thought it was a no-brainer to have my affiliate links open in a new window, to keep users on the site. Lately I've changed this so all links open in the original browser.

    I know it's a user satisfaction issue but I wonder if it may be decreasing affiliate sales. Once they leave my site, they don't have a chance to click other affiliate links.

    Have there been any user studies on this? Any other opinions are appreciated. Thanks.
     
    Pacific Publishing, Mar 30, 2008 IP
  2. MKInfo

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    I find a new window works best.I have tested both methods.
    Just as an afterthought I also use nofollow on the links.
     
    MKInfo, Mar 30, 2008 IP
  3. CorollaGT

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    Some people like it, some people don't. It depends.

    I've read somewhere, if you open a new window, it's as if you're insulting them for not knowing how to use the "Back" button to go back to your site. But that's just what I read ... this thing needs testings, data data data ...
     
    CorollaGT, Mar 31, 2008 IP