ShareASale alternatives: what to use after the platform closed
The most important fact is that ShareASale is no longer an active standalone platform. It officially closed on October 6, 2025 as accounts and integrations moved to Awin.
Awin is the direct successor for former ShareASale users. Choose CJ or Rakuten Advertising when you want a different broad network, PartnerStack for B2B SaaS programs, and Trix when you need a cross-network operating workflow rather than another advertiser catalog.
Best replacements by reason for switching
| Platform | Best for | Strength | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awin | Publishers seeking a broad advertiser network | Advertiser discovery, link tools, tracking, reporting and consolidated payments | A network dashboard, not a complete content-production operating system |
| CJ | Established publishers seeking major-brand relationships | Brand access, publisher analytics and network-level monetization tools | Advertiser approval is separate from network acceptance |
| Rakuten Advertising | Publishers prioritizing premium global brand relationships | Partnership discovery, campaign intelligence and affiliate APIs | Program availability and approval vary by advertiser and market |
| PartnerStack | B2B SaaS affiliates | Recurring revenue-share tracking and consolidated global payouts | Narrower category focus than general retail affiliate networks |
| Trix Affiliates | Operators managing the full publisher workflow | Opportunity scoring, content, campaigns and payout tracking in one workspace | Early-access product; direct network coverage is still expanding |
ShareASale is closed, not merely rebranded
Awin’s official post-upgrade documentation states that the ShareASale platform officially closed on October 6, 2025. Current articles that still recommend opening a new ShareASale account are stale.[Awin Help Center]
Awin is the default successor
Former ShareASale relationships and workflows moved into Awin. Awin’s publisher platform covers advertiser discovery, trackable links, reporting and payments, making it the least disruptive destination for most former ShareASale publishers.[Awin][Awin]
When to choose a different network
Choose CJ or Rakuten based on advertiser fit, geography and approval access. Choose PartnerStack when your audience is concentrated in B2B SaaS and recurring software commissions. No network has identical advertisers, so verify programs before migrating your content plan.[CJ][Rakuten Advertising][PartnerStack]
Preserve attribution during migration
Inventory every active link, program, sub-ID pattern, commission status and payout record before changing platforms. Update the highest-traffic links first, then verify clicks and conversions before removing old reporting references.
Frequently asked questions
Is ShareASale still operating in 2026?
No. Awin’s official documentation says the ShareASale platform closed on October 6, 2025.
What replaced ShareASale?
Awin is the direct platform successor. Former users should follow Awin’s migration and post-upgrade documentation.
What is the best alternative if I do not want Awin?
CJ and Rakuten Advertising are broad network alternatives; PartnerStack is more focused on B2B SaaS. Advertiser availability should decide the final choice.
Sources and verification
Product claims were checked against first-party vendor or government sources on July 27, 2026. Capabilities and pricing can change; verify important details directly with each provider.
- 1.ShareASale post-upgrade checklistAwin Help Center
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- 5.Affiliate network and Affiliate Intelligence overviewRakuten Advertising
- 6.PartnerStack for partners and publishersPartnerStack
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