This page maps the merchant setup end to end. Each step links to a detailed guide.

<Steps>
  <Step>
    ### Connect Stripe

    [Connect your Stripe account](/docs/merchant/connecting-stripe) so RefCampaign can track conversions and calculate commissions.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Install the SDK

    Add the browser SDK to your site and confirm it captures a session. See [troubleshooting tracking](/docs/merchant/troubleshooting-tracking).
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Create a campaign

    [Create a campaign](/docs/merchant/campaigns), set the commission, and activate it.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Bring in affiliates

    [Invite affiliates](/docs/merchant/inviting-affiliates) by email or share a public signup link, then [approve applications](/docs/merchant/approving-applications) as they come in.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Pay affiliates

    Once commissions accrue, [process payouts](/docs/merchant/payouts) and mark them paid.
  </Step>
</Steps>

You can manage your plan, usage, and invoices anytime under [account and billing](/docs/merchant/account-and-billing).