This guide was carried over from the previous documentation. Screen and menu names may differ slightly in the current version.
Amazon Affiliate Account Setup
- Join the Amazon Associates Program
- Go to Amazon Associates website.
- Click “Sign Up” and follow the registration process.
- Provide necessary information about your website and promotional methods.
- Get Approved
- Wait for Amazon to review and approve your application.
- This process can take a few days.
- Access Your Amazon Associates Central Account
- Once approved, log in to your Amazon Associates account.
- Locate Your Affiliate Information
- Click on your email address in the top-right corner.
- Select “Account Settings”.
- Find your “Associates ID” (e.g., “yourname-20”).
- Generate API Access Keys
- Go to the Product Advertising API page.
- Click on “Create New Access Key” or a similar option.
- Note down the generated Access Key ID and Secret Access Key.
Important Notes
- Keep your Amazon API credentials confidential.
- Regularly check your Amazon Associates account for updates or policy changes.
- If you encounter any issues, double-check your API credentials and settings.
- For persistent problems, contact the AMS – WooCommerce Amazon plugin support team.
By following this guide, you should be able to successfully set up your Amazon Affiliate account, configure the AMS – WooCommerce Amazon plugin, and start importing products to your WordPress site. Remember to keep your plugin and WordPress installation updated for the best performance and security.