Browser cookies are used to track affiliate referrals

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What does it look like?: This involves hijacking a URL that is similar to a company name. Fraudsters create domain names that are visually similar to a legitimate brand, which helps capture misdirected traffic.
Red flags to watch for : Monitor domains that closely mimic your brand URL and use tools that alert you to new domain registrations that may be trying to siphon off your traffic.
Traffic diversion
What does it look like?: Fraudsters can use so-called “spoof sites” to steal traffic from a legitimate affiliate site.

Legitimate affiliate traffic is redirected to another site, often through malware or deceptive links that redirect the user.
Red flags to watch out for : A sudden drop in traffic from brazil telegram number database trusted affiliate links or complaints from users who were unexpectedly redirected can be telltale signs.
Biscuit stuffing
What does it look like?: Multiple affiliate cookies are placed on a user’s browser without their knowledge, resulting in fake commissions.

. Fraudulent affiliates can therefore place various cookies on a visitor’s browser in order to earn the commission if and when that customer ends up making a purchase.
Red flags to watch for : Unusually high conversion rates that don't match your traffic or sales could be a sign of cookie stuffing, especially if customers report not visiting these affiliate sites.
App Installs (Attribution Fraud)