A spy service is like a secret agent in the world of affiliate marketing. It shows which promos work for competitors, which creatives are trending, and where money is actually being spent. Even a beginner can launch a campaign that looks competitive and polished using it.
In short: instead of guessing, you see what really works, save time and money, and create creatives that actually convert.
Typical Features of Spy Services
Capabilities vary by service, but usually include:
- Ad monitoring across different networks (Push, FB/Instagram, YouTube)
- Viewing native and teaser ads
- Mobile ad spying
- Filters by vertical, GEO, traffic source, and creative type
- Campaign history tracking to see trends
Common Filters
To avoid drowning in data, most services offer filters:
- By vertical — gambling, finance, e-commerce
- By format — Push, banners, video
- By GEO — countries and regions
- By timeframe — latest creatives from the day, week, or month
How Spy Services Collect Data
Most services scan ad networks, gather ads, creatives, and landing pages. Some even track traffic sources to understand where the money really goes.
How to Use a Spy Service
- Choose a vertical and ad format — for example, Push ads for gambling.
- Set GEO and filters — otherwise, you’ll see a lot of irrelevant data.
- Check creatives and landing pages — see what works and what doesn’t.
- Take ideas for your campaigns — don’t copy, adapt them to your offer.
- Repeat regularly to stay ahead of competitors.
Pro Tip for Push Ads
Focus on creatives with high engagement and CTR. Even if it’s someone else’s campaign, it shows what really grabs the audience’s attention.