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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the Physics Forums' affiliate program with Amazon.com, encouraging members to purchase textbooks and other materials through a specific link to support the forum financially. Participants explore the implications of this program, including questions about tracking purchases, the necessity of using the link for each transaction, and comparisons with other online book retailers.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express frustration about missing the opportunity to use the affiliate link for recent purchases.
  • Questions arise regarding whether the affiliate link works for non-US Amazon sites, with some suggesting it should as long as the link is clicked first.
  • Concerns are raised about Amazon's pricing practices and whether they raise prices for purchases made through affiliate links.
  • Some participants share their positive experiences with Amazon, while others recount negative experiences with packaging and delivery.
  • There is a discussion about whether the affiliate program applies to all products on Amazon or just textbooks, with some clarifying that it includes everything.
  • Participants inquire about the technical aspects of how the tracking works, including the role of cookies and JavaScript.
  • Some express a desire for alternative online bookshops that could also support Physics Forums financially.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the potential benefits of using the affiliate link to support Physics Forums, but there are multiple competing views regarding the reliability of Amazon's service and the necessity of the link for each purchase. The discussion remains unresolved on some technical aspects and personal experiences with Amazon.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention the need to use the affiliate link for every purchase, while others question if it could be a permanent save. There are also varying opinions on the quality of service provided by Amazon, which may influence purchasing decisions.

Who May Find This Useful

Students and members of Physics Forums who are looking to purchase textbooks or other materials online, particularly those interested in supporting the forum through their purchases.

  • #31
Students, don't forget this opportunity to help support PF :)
 
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  • #32
The new semester will be coming up soon! Good luck on your finals and don't forget to buy your next semester books using this opportunity!
 
  • #33
Greg:

A couple of years ago Cristo asked if the link would still work if redirected to Amazon.co.uk, and you said that it should. I see there is a link from Amazon.co.uk now. I am in Canada. If I click on the Amazon.com link and redirect to Amazon.ca, is PF going to get the 6%? If so, great! If not, I will just get my textbooks from Chapters.
 
  • #34
Before I buy my general chemistry book from amazon. Does the seller have to be. Sold by amazon or can it be any other joe smoe for physics forum to receive 6 percent?
 
  • #36
Greg Bernhardt said:
Anyone as long as it's within the amazon URL :). Thanks!


Thanks purchased my textbooks. Maybe edit the first post to state this? Will probally clear a misconceptoon regarding qualification of purchases and increase more mony for PF.
 
  • #38
Stupid question: Does this also work for orders via Amazon in Germany? Then, of course, I'll order via the physicsforums link :-).
 
  • #39
vanhees71 said:
Stupid question: Does this also work for orders via Amazon in Germany? Then, of course, I'll order via the physicsforums link :-).

Same question here.

Amazon recently launched itself in India and I will be buying a few books in the coming months.
 
  • #40
Yes any amazon link originating from PF :) you can click on the .com link and then switch to your county.
 
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  • #41
I didn't know about this. Perhaps you should consider putting this in the "notices" box at strategic* times?

*i.e., summer and winter
 
  • #44
I often buy things on amazon.com. How to do?
 
  • #46
Excellent, I'm just getting ready to buy my textbooks. I will purchase them via Amazon/PF.
 
  • #47
Does this also work with the German Amazon?
 
  • #49
Greg Bernhardt said:
Physics Forums has opened an affiliate account with Amazon.com

6% of any purchase you make is sent to Physics Forums. Think about buying your school textbooks and materials this way.

Just click this link and the tracking system will register that PF sent you. Thanks!

https://www.amazon.com/?tag=pfamazon01-20 or https://www.amazon.com/?tag=pfamazon01-20 or http://www.ebay.com

I am about to buy some books on Amazon, so this is the chance to support the forum!

Should I click the link you mentioned?... just like that?
 
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  • #53
How about for Canada? :)
 
  • #56
I made a $350 order from Amazon.ca a month ago, I wish I had seen this! :frown:
 
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KSG4592 said:
I made a $350 order from Amazon.ca a month ago, I wish I had seen this! :frown:
Next time! I'l have to remind earlier :smile:
 
  • #58
Would it be okay to buy a nonfiction book about something factual (like computer science) but have the intent of studying it as a subject not offered by school and mention Physics Forums?
 
  • #59
Rio Larsen said:
Would it be okay to buy a nonfiction book about something factual (like computer science) but have the intent of studying it as a subject not offered by school and mention Physics Forums?
You can buy whatever you want. :)
 
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  • #60
Whether these offers work on Indian Shopping Portals?
 

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