Q: How do I get my direct BillSaver affiliate link?
A: You can find your primary BillSaver affiliate link in your Umbrella Dashboard:
Navigate to Marketing.
Select Tools.
Click on the "BillSaver affiliate link" tool.
This link is used for direct referrals (individuals or businesses) and earns you the 20% back-end commission.
Q: How does my affiliate link work?
A: Your default affiliate link looks like this:
https://www.getbillsaver.com/home?oid=6&c1=(Your_Name)&c2=(Your_Email)
It includes three main parts:
OID: Your Umbrella ID (required)
C1: Your name (optional)
C2: Your email (optional)
Want to Hide Your Name or Email?
You can remove C1 and C2 if you’d rather not show your name or email. Just make sure to keep the OID so we can still track your referrals.
Example with just the ID:
Adding Your Own Tracking Tags
You can also add up to three custom tags to track different campaigns or channels.
Example:
This helps you see where your traffic is coming from.
Q: Are there marketing materials available to help me promote uSponsorHero?
A: Yes. Your uSponsorHero course contains useful tools to promote your campaign, such as testimonials, promotional videos, and examples of nonprofits we ran campaigns for. These materials can be found in the training section: Communicating the program value to Nonprofits.
Q: Do Umbrella Members get their own promotional uSponsorHero website?
A: No. Individual Umbrella Members do not receive their own dedicated uSponsorHero promotional website. Members use their direct BillSaver affiliate link for personal referrals and work with NPOs who get their own dedicated campaign websites (provided free).
Q: Tips on promoting:
Key Message: Highlight how uSponsorHero helps them easily discover and support causes or individuals they care about, making a real impact.
Share personally: Tell friends, family, and social media followers.
Highlight Campaigns: Share links to compelling campaigns (with permission).
Use Social Media: Post on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc., using hashtags like #uSponsorHero, #SupportACause.
Promoting to Businesses: Drive Impact & Brand Value
Key Message: Showcase how uSponsorHero offers targeted sponsorship opportunities that align with their brand values, enhance reputation, and engage the community.
How to Promote:
Professional Outreach: Email or message (e.g., LinkedIn) marketing managers, CSR departments, or local business owners.
Networking: Mention uSponsorHero at business events.
Tailor Your Pitch: Focus on benefits like brand alignment, PR, and community engagement.
Quick Tips for Both Audiences:
Be Authentic: Your genuine enthusiasm is powerful.
Focus on Benefits: Explain "What's In It For Them?" (WIIFM).
Clear Call to Action: Encourage them to check out this program and promote your affiliate link.
Use Official Resources: Leverage any promotional materials provided by uSponsorHero.
Important:
Make sure to always use your affiliate link when promoting. This is how your referrals are tracked and how you get paid for a successful sign-up.
