TL;DR
ClickFlare is a performance marketing tracking platform that helps you track clicks, attribute conversions, and analyze performance across traffic sources, landing pages, and conversion points — all in one place.
- Track what happens after the click
- Attribute conversions back to the original traffic source
- Understand what is profitable and what isn’t
- Optimize campaigns based on real data, not assumptions
Why This Matters
Running paid traffic without proper tracking makes it difficult to answer fundamental questions, such as:- Which campaigns are actually profitable?
- Which keywords, ads, or placements generate conversions?
- Where are users dropping off in the funnel?
- Which traffic should be scaled — and which should be stopped?
What Is ClickFlare?
ClickFlare is a tracking and analytics platform designed for performance marketers who need accurate attribution, flexible tracking setups, and clear reporting. At a high level, ClickFlare:- Tracks incoming traffic from multiple sources
- Records user interactions and conversions
- Matches conversions back to the original click
- Provides reports that help you optimize campaigns and funnels
How ClickFlare Works (High-Level Overview)
At a high level, ClickFlare sits between your traffic source and your destination:- A user clicks your ad or tracking link
- ClickFlare records the click and captures tracking data
- The user is sent to a landing page or directly to an offer
- A conversion happens (sale, lead, call, or custom event)
- ClickFlare records the conversion and attributes it to the original click
- Performance data becomes available in reports
What Can You Track with ClickFlare?
ClickFlare supports multiple tracking use cases, including:- Affiliate Marketing Track traffic sent to affiliate offers and attribute conversions back to campaigns, ads, and keywords.
- Search Arbitrage & RSOC Analyze keyword-level performance, content paths, and revenue generated from RSOC or AdSense-based setups.
- Lead Generation (Forms & Events) Track form submissions, sign-ups, and custom events across landing pages and funnels.
- E-commerce Track purchases, leads, and custom events from platforms such as Shopify, WooCommerce, Funnelish, and others.
- Call Tracking Track phone calls and offline conversions using call tracking platforms like Ringba or Retreaver.
- Agency & Multi-Client Tracking Manage and track multiple accounts, clients, and traffic sources from a single platform.
What Makes ClickFlare Different?
ClickFlare is built for users who need accuracy, flexibility, and scalability without unnecessary complexity. Key characteristics include:- Support for both redirect-based and direct (Google-compliant) tracking
- Multiple conversion tracking methods (postbacks, scripts, pixels, APIs)
- Advanced parameter passing and attribution logic
- Built-in reporting and optimization tools
- Compatibility with a wide range of traffic sources and platforms
- A simple tracker for beginners
- A powerful performance system for advanced advertisers
Who Should Use ClickFlare?
ClickFlare is suitable for:- Affiliate marketers and media buyers
- Search arbitrage teams
- E-commerce advertisers
- Lead generation and call-based businesses
- Agencies managing multiple clients and traffic sources
Related Resources
- How ClickFlare Works (High-Level Overview)
- First-Time Setup Checklist
- Create Your First Redirect Campaign
- How Conversion Tracking Works in ClickFlare