Affiliate Content Challenge    May 19 – June 30, 2026

Create content.
Win $250.

Write or record original content about ActiveCampaign and you could be one of 20 winners. Two topics, one prize pool, no tiers — just great content.

$250 Per winner
20 Winners selected
$5,000 Total prize pool
June 30 Submission deadline

Welcome

The ActiveCampaign Affiliate Content Challenge is live

This is your guide to everything you need to know — from how the contest works to what qualifies, key dates, and how to submit.

$250

Per winning submission

20

Winners selected by quality

$5,000

Total prize pool

3

Maximum submissions per affiliate

Two topics, one challenge

You can create content about autonomous marketing, competitor comparisons, or both. Each piece is evaluated independently — submitting up to three pieces gives you the best chance of winning. Win two spots and you take home $500.

Key dates at a glance
  • May 19: Challenge opens
  • June 30: Submission deadline
  • July 10: Review period begins
  • July 20: Winners notified with payout details

Use the navigation above to move through each section. Start with How It Works if this is your first time, or jump to Submit when you are ready to enter.

How it works

Top 20 submissions win — here is how to get there

No tiers, no first-come-first-served. The top 20 submissions selected by quality each win $250. Submit your first piece through the PartnerStack challenge. Have more to share? You can submit up to three pieces total — message us directly through PartnerStack with all of your additional content URLs.

01
Pick a topic
Choose autonomous marketing, competitor comparison, or submit one of each. Both topics have a dedicated playbook to guide you.
02
Create your content
Blog post or YouTube video. Publish it on your own site, LinkedIn, or YouTube channel before the June 30 deadline.
03
Submit in PartnerStack
Submit your first URL through the challenge in PartnerStack. For additional submissions, message us directly through PartnerStack with all of your content URLs.
04
Winners announced
The top 20 are selected by quality. Winners notified directly by July 20, 2026 with payout details.
How winners are selected

All submissions are reviewed by the ActiveCampaign affiliate team. The top 20 are selected based on content quality, depth of coverage, originality, and how well the content serves the reader. Each piece is evaluated independently — you can submit up to three pieces total to increase your chances. Win two spots and you take home $500.

Content topics

Two topics to choose from

Both topics have a dedicated playbook with everything you need — positioning, proof points, content ideas, and SEO guidance. Use them before you write or record.

Topic one
Autonomous Marketing

Content about how ActiveCampaign's Active Intelligence and AI Agents make marketing autonomous — saving time, improving results, and scaling personalization.

View the Autonomous Marketing Playbook →
Topic two
Competitor Comparison

Content comparing ActiveCampaign against Mailchimp, HubSpot, Klaviyo, Brevo, or Kit — showing where ActiveCampaign wins and why readers should switch.

View the Competitor Content Playbook →
You can cover both topics

Submitting one piece on autonomous marketing and one on competitor comparison counts as two separate entries — each evaluated independently. It is one of the best ways to maximize your chances.

Criteria

What qualifies

Your submission must meet these minimums to enter judging. Quality is what wins — the checklist is the floor, not the ceiling.

📝 Blog post
  • 1,200+ words, original and net-new
  • ActiveCampaign and Active Intelligence mentioned by name
  • Your affiliate link included
  • At least one screenshot or visual
  • Affiliate disclosure included
  • Published on your own site or LinkedIn
🎥 YouTube video
  • Five minutes or longer, original content
  • ActiveCampaign and Active Intelligence mentioned
  • Affiliate link in video description
  • Platform demo or screen recording included
  • Affiliate disclosure in description
  • Published on your own YouTube channel
🚫 What will not qualify
  • AI-generated content without meaningful human editing
  • Plagiarized or repurposed existing content
  • Content that does not mention ActiveCampaign
  • Pure promotional content with no educational value
  • Content published outside the contest window
What the best submissions have in common
  • They teach the reader something genuinely useful about autonomous marketing or the competitive landscape
  • They use real proof points, screenshots, and customer examples — not just feature descriptions
  • They are written in the author's own voice with a clear, original perspective
  • They include a natural, well-placed affiliate link — not forced in at the end

Key dates

Timeline

The contest runs from May 19 through June 30, 2026. All content must be published and submitted before the deadline.

May 19, 2026
Challenge opens

Submissions are now accepted through PartnerStack. Both content playbooks are live and ready to use.

May 19 – June 30
Content window

Create and publish your content. Submit your first URL through the PartnerStack challenge. Message us directly through PartnerStack for additional submissions.

June 30, 2026
Submission deadline

All content must be published and submitted by end of day. No submissions accepted after this date.

July 10, 2026
Review period begins

The ActiveCampaign affiliate team reviews all qualifying submissions against the judging criteria.

July 20, 2026
Winners notified

The top 20 winners are notified directly with payout details by this date.

Do not wait until June 30

Give yourself enough time to create something genuinely strong. The best-performing submissions in past contests were thoughtful, well-researched pieces — not last-minute entries.

Resources

Everything you need to create great content

Use these resources before you write or record. The playbooks cover everything from positioning and proof points to content ideas and SEO guidance.

🤖

Autonomous Marketing Playbook

Positioning, AI Agent features, proof points, content frameworks, and SEO guidance for autonomous marketing content.

View playbook →
⚖️

Competitor Content Playbook

Competitor profiles, verified proof points, switch pages, content ideas, and SEO guidance for comparison content.

View playbook →
🌟

Active Intelligence overview

The official product page for ActiveCampaign's AI capabilities — good for feature accuracy and screenshots.

View page →
📋

Customer success stories

Real examples and case studies to use as proof points in your content.

View stories →
🎨

Brand assets

Official logos, icons, and visual guidelines for use in your content.

View assets →
🔗

Your affiliate dashboard

Access your unique affiliate link, commission tracking, and payout history.

Open dashboard →
Questions?

Reach out to your ActiveCampaign affiliate manager via PartnerStack or email psaffiliates@activecampaign.com.

Submit

Ready to enter?

Make sure your content is published and meets the minimum requirements before submitting. Each piece is reviewed independently.

How to submit your content

Log into PartnerStack and go to your Summary tab. You will see a Challenges section with a URL field. Paste your published content URL and click Submit.

Have multiple submissions? Message us directly through PartnerStack with all of your additional content URLs.

Deadline: June 30, 2026  ·  20 winners  ·  $250 each

Before you submit — quick check
  • Content is published and publicly accessible
  • ActiveCampaign and Active Intelligence are mentioned by name
  • Your affiliate link is included
  • At least one visual or screenshot is included
  • Affiliate disclosure is in place
  • Content meets the 1,200-word or five-minute minimum
  • Content was published within the May 19 – June 30 window
Questions about your submission?

Message the ActiveCampaign affiliate team directly through PartnerStack or email psaffiliates@activecampaign.com.