Going through some of my comments I noticed that a lot of you have asked where I buy traffic from. Outside of the regular Google/Yahoo/MSN, here is my list of traffic sources along with some coupon codes and stuff for you too!

It’s time to diversify you’re traffic. Google is no longer the king of traffic and not to mention all the BS quality score and slapping affiliate accounts shit they do. Not that it should matter anyway, Google only accounts for 20% of all traffic on the internet!

So here is my list of traffic sources. We do a ton of media buys as well, and I posted a previous post on Media Buys previously.

CPV (aka PPV) Networks
Below is a list of some of my favorite CPV networks. Yeah there are a couple more, but not worth mentioning since they never converted for me. I’ve heard the same from a TON of people saying that other companies like Clicksor, etc. don’t convert well.

Direct CPV
Coupon Code: TK25
The new kids on the block. They have a pretty strong network and growing daily. They seem to be targeting affiliate marketers as their main advertisers so this may be a good buy for a lot of you. If you go through my link and use the coupon code above they will give you $25 in free traffic. We have only tested a couple campaigns so far and it seems pretty decent. I’ll let you know once we get more results.

Traffic Vance
Traffic Vance has been around for a while now (I’ve been using them since 2007) and has the best converting traffic I have seen as far as CPV networks go. It is definitely getting more competitive in the CPV area, especially on Traffic Vance, but still plenty of room for everyone to play. Another thing about Traffic Vance is that not a lot of people are using the In Text Link traffic. It’s HUGE. Make sure you get a good rep cuz mine isn’t that good.

MediaTraffic
Media Traffic is decent. I’ve been using them for about 2 years on and off. Their traffic is pretty much hit or miss. But if you use their Run of Network traffic, and just find an offer that converts on certain targets, that’s the best way to play with them.

AdOnNetwork
I’ll be completely honest about AdOnNetwork. I barely use them, but I hear they are pretty decent. Anyone who has used them can chime in the comments and say wussup.

Third Party Engines
You would be surprised how much traffic 3rd party engines can bring you. Below is a list of my fav’s and one’s I’ve been using for a very long time.

7Search
Coupon Code: DIGIPROMO
7 Search has been around for a LONG time. I remember buying traffic from them back in 2004 for so many markets. Especially back in the arbitrage days. Regardless, they have good traffic for certain markets and you not much competition in a LOT of markets. Use my link above and use the coupon code and get a 20% match on your initial deposit up to $200 bucks.

Findology
I’ve worked with Findology back in the day along with 7Search. I used to ONLY use third party search engines when I first started marketing online. I can definitely say they have some good traffic and it converts REALLY good on some markets but not so great on other markets.

AdBrite

These guys are pretty good, but damn they have weird traffic. That’s because it comes from SUPER long tail websites. BUT here’s the best part. It’s cheap. So you can find like 1,000 sites that make you a couple bucks a day and you’re good to go. Hope you got some GOOD tracking because you’ll need it with this one. AdBrite also has banners you can promote with, which a lot of other networks don’t.

Miva
Miva is another 3rd party engine I’ve been using for years. These guys have been around for a while and have decent traffic. Haven’t done anything with them recently, but plan on it soon. Get $25 matched when you deposit $25!

Marchex
Marchex has been around forever. They used to be called something else and I can’t remember for the life of me what it used to be called. I’ve ran traffic with them for over 5 years now and nothing but good stuff. They have good placements in niche markets that can be dominated. Try to get a rep here if you can too, they have a SOLID team that will upload your campaigns AND optimize them for you. Can’t really beat that!

Self Serve Media Buys
We’ve been getting into Self Serve media buys for a while now. It’s usually hit or miss depending on the market you are going after. I’ve only experimented with two different networks with minimal results.

BidPlace SB
BidPlace SB is decent. It’s an easy to use platform, but their review process takes forever. I’ve made SOME money with them, but haven’t played with them in about 6 months. Check it out if you can. It’s extremely easy and their reach is pretty damn good too!

AdReady
This platform is pretty cool. You can create your own banners within their interface (kinda like MySpace Advertising’s but better) and you can select which sites you want your ad to show on from their network of sites. Slick.

I know I’m missing some networks here, but these are the one’s that came to my mind at first.

I’ve also been HEAVY on Facebook Advertising.  I’m not even using them for affiliate marketing.  But I am using them to build brand websites and authority sites.  I’m blowing a ton of money and not making a dime yet, but I am capturing VERY qualified people and have major plans to monetize all these peeps. Stay tuned for that post (probably won’t be for a couple months! )