Hey folks,
Let’s be honest — affiliate marketing is often a constant grind of testing, tweaking, and tracking. Most of us have spent countless hours (and budgets) chasing that “perfect bundle” that converts consistently. Well, we recently hit a sweet spot that delivered a tidy $665 profit in just a month — without heavy manual optimization. If that sounds like your kind of campaign, keep reading.
What we’ll share here is a case study that combines Popunder traffic, CPL surveys, and SOI sweepstakes — a mix that turned out to be a quiet performer with surprising ROI.
Here’s the winning combo:
Not bad for a campaign that required minimal manual touch after the initial setup!
This campaign revolved around a simple concept: low-barrier engagement offers with direct and uninterrupted traffic.
The surveys and sweepstakes chosen were CPL and SOI-based, meaning users only needed to register or provide basic info to count as a conversion. These kinds of flows work particularly well with Popunder traffic — where users are redirected to a new tab, eliminating distractions and increasing the chance of interaction.
Let’s dive into why each offer type performed:
These were short, relevant questionnaires with themes like finance, social topics, or popular culture. They appeal to curiosity and are excellent for lead generation because:
Unlike traditional sweepstakes that end with one specific contest, Rewardis runs like a full-on engagement hub. After entering once, users are offered additional tasks and ranking-based contests — extending user retention and increasing the odds of monetization.
Rewardis also features in-house offers, so affiliates benefit from an ecosystem effect where a user isn’t just worth one conversion, but multiple.
Creative and landing page performance made a huge difference. Here’s what worked best:
In short — the best landers felt local, urgent, and visual.
This campaign started with Worldwide targeting, but optimization came quickly. Based on performance, we trimmed non-converting zones and scaled high-ROI ones.
Top-performing GEOs:
Underperformers:Several other GEOs didn’t yield profits and were promptly blacklisted. However, specific zones within those countries were occasionally profitable — so they were selectively reactivated. Smart zone-level control was key.
Sometimes, it’s not about reinventing the wheel — it’s about putting proven pieces together. This Popunder + Survey/Sweeps setup is a perfect example of a “set and forget” campaign that continues to quietly earn in the background.
If you’re looking for a scalable, low-effort flow that doesn’t need 24/7 optimization, this could be your next best move.
Would love to hear your thoughts or if anyone has tried similar GEOs or flows!
Let me know if you’d like this repurposed into a visual post, blog format, or email swipe.
Let’s be honest — affiliate marketing is often a constant grind of testing, tweaking, and tracking. Most of us have spent countless hours (and budgets) chasing that “perfect bundle” that converts consistently. Well, we recently hit a sweet spot that delivered a tidy $665 profit in just a month — without heavy manual optimization. If that sounds like your kind of campaign, keep reading.
What we’ll share here is a case study that combines Popunder traffic, CPL surveys, and SOI sweepstakes — a mix that turned out to be a quiet performer with surprising ROI.
What We Ran
Here’s the winning combo:
- Traffic Source: Direct Popunder traffic from Galaksion
- Ad Format: Popunder
- Bidding Model: CPM
- Device Targeting: Mobile (Android 8+)
- Geo Targeting: Worldwide
- Period: 10.02.2024 – 10.03.2024
- Offers Used:
- Sweep Survey (Android)
- Captcha Survey
- Multigeo Samsung A53 Sweepstakes (Rewardis)
The Results
- Ad Spend: $1,618
- Revenue: $2,284
- Profit: $665
- ROI: 41%
Not bad for a campaign that required minimal manual touch after the initial setup!
Why This Bundle Worked
This campaign revolved around a simple concept: low-barrier engagement offers with direct and uninterrupted traffic.
The surveys and sweepstakes chosen were CPL and SOI-based, meaning users only needed to register or provide basic info to count as a conversion. These kinds of flows work particularly well with Popunder traffic — where users are redirected to a new tab, eliminating distractions and increasing the chance of interaction.
Let’s dive into why each offer type performed:
Survey Offers (CPL)
These were short, relevant questionnaires with themes like finance, social topics, or popular culture. They appeal to curiosity and are excellent for lead generation because:
- Users can engage instantly
- They take less than a minute to complete
- The CPL model means fast conversions for affiliates
Rewardis Sweepstakes (SOI)
Unlike traditional sweepstakes that end with one specific contest, Rewardis runs like a full-on engagement hub. After entering once, users are offered additional tasks and ranking-based contests — extending user retention and increasing the odds of monetization.
Rewardis also features in-house offers, so affiliates benefit from an ecosystem effect where a user isn’t just worth one conversion, but multiple.
Landing Page Tips from the Campaign
Creative and landing page performance made a huge difference. Here’s what worked best:
- Location Relevance: Showing the user’s country, city, or local time helped establish trust.
- Timers: A simple countdown added urgency, encouraging immediate action.
- Visual Hooks: Big, clear images of the prize (e.g., Samsung A53) caught attention instantly.
- Micro-Conversions: Asking questions like gender or age helped initiate interaction.
In short — the best landers felt local, urgent, and visual.
GEO Performance Breakdown
This campaign started with Worldwide targeting, but optimization came quickly. Based on performance, we trimmed non-converting zones and scaled high-ROI ones.
Top-performing GEOs:
- Nigeria (NG) and South Africa (ZA) – Ideal for Rewardis sweeps
- Indonesia (ID) and Brazil (BR) – Delivered strong results for both surveys and sweepstakes
Underperformers:Several other GEOs didn’t yield profits and were promptly blacklisted. However, specific zones within those countries were occasionally profitable — so they were selectively reactivated. Smart zone-level control was key.
Optimization Strategy
- Start Slow: We began with minimum CPM rates to observe early trends.
- Zone-Based Blacklisting: Non-profitable zones were cut quickly, but rechecked periodically for hidden gems.
- Creative Rotation: We tested 8–10 creatives across the offers and landed on 2–3 high performers to scale.
- Offer Refresh: When Samsung A53 hit saturation, we switched to a new creative angle with the A55 — keeping the hook fresh.
Key Takeaways
- Popunder traffic works beautifully with low-friction offers like CPL surveys and SOI sweepstakes.
- African and LATAM GEOs are goldmines for these flows — particularly when paired with mobile-only traffic.
- Rewardis offers longer user lifecycles, turning one click into multiple engagements.
- Don’t judge a GEO too quickly — deep-dive into zones before you blacklist an entire country.
- Creatives matter — test visual-heavy landers with urgency and localization elements.
Final Thoughts
Sometimes, it’s not about reinventing the wheel — it’s about putting proven pieces together. This Popunder + Survey/Sweeps setup is a perfect example of a “set and forget” campaign that continues to quietly earn in the background.
If you’re looking for a scalable, low-effort flow that doesn’t need 24/7 optimization, this could be your next best move.
Would love to hear your thoughts or if anyone has tried similar GEOs or flows!
Let me know if you’d like this repurposed into a visual post, blog format, or email swipe.