Target moving from LinkShare to Performics

[Larwee]

Target has announced that they will be moving their affiliate program from LinkShare to Performics. Here is some of what they said:

On April 30th, 2007, we will be ending the Target.com affiliate program through LinkShare and transitioning all current Target affiliates to our new affiliate program through Performics.

Incentive to Join: Target will be offering an increased rev share of 10% for a limited time through the new Performics affiliate program.

Creative Available:
Banners and Text Links: Once you have been approved for the Performics network, you will be able to access banners and text links for Target. All standard sizes in animated and non-animated gif's will be available through Performics.

Data feed: Target will offer a complete data feed through the Performics' affiliate program.

LinkShare Termination:
After April 30, 2007, all Target placements on your site will need to utilize the links, banners, or data feed available from Performics, as our LinkShare program will no longer be active. We encourage you to sign up for the Target affiliate program through Performics and grab your new links and banners right away so you are ready for the new program launch. Please note that you will start receiving commission on all Target links through Performics when the program officially launches on May 1, 2007.

[Linda Buquet]

Interesting...

Seldom hear any more of programs moving from CJ or LS to Performics.
Wonder if it's in part due to the Google deal???

[john238]

What google deal. Don't say they have bought Performics aswell? lol

I have not heard of any deal with Performics.

[Larwee]

john238, see this thread for more information about how Google figures in with Performics since DoubleClick owns Performics. Google is buying DoubleClick