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title: System Requirements
description: "This page outlines the technical, software, and network requirements needed to use AffiliateSync™ effectively. Meeting these requirements ensures optimal performance, reliable feed generation, and full compatibility with affiliate network integrations. --- # **1. Browser Requirements** AffiliateSync is designed to work…"
url: "https://anydealsuk.com/kb/system-requirements/"
updated: "2025-12-23"
category: Getting Started
tags:
  - automation
  - hosting requirements
  - wordpress requirements
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# System Requirements

This page outlines the technical, software, and network requirements needed to use AffiliateSync™ effectively. Meeting these requirements ensures optimal performance, reliable feed generation, and full compatibility with affiliate network integrations.

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# **1. Browser Requirements**

AffiliateSync is designed to work across all modern browsers.

### **Supported Browsers:**

- Google Chrome (recommended)
- Microsoft Edge
- Firefox
- Safari

### **Unsupported Browsers:**

- Internet Explorer
- Legacy or outdated versions of above browsers

For the best performance, ensure your browser is up to date.

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# **2. Operating System Compatibility**

AffiliateSync is cloud-based and works on all major operating systems including:

- Windows 10 or later
- macOS 10.15 or later
- Linux (any modern distribution)
- iOS / Android (for dashboard access only)

No local installation is required.

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# **3. Network Requirements**

AffiliateSync requires a stable internet connection for:

- Feed generation
- Dashboard updates
- AnydealsUK API Access

### **Recommended Internet Speed:**

- Minimum: 2 Mbps
- Recommended: 10 Mbps+

### **Firewall Requirements:**

Ensure your network allows HTTPS traffic to:

- `anydealsuk.com`

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# **4. Server Requirements (For Users Using WP All Import or Automated Systems)**

If you are pulling feeds into your own server or WordPress installation, the following minimums apply.

### **Minimum Server Specs:**

- 1 vCPU
- 1 GB RAM
- PHP 7.4 or later
- MySQL 5.7+ / MariaDB 10+
- Cron support

### **Recommended Specs:**

- 2+ vCPU
- 2–4 GB RAM
- PHP 8+ for performance
- SSD storage

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# **5. API Requirements**

To use the AffiliateSync API, users must:

- Have an active subscription
- Use a valid API key
- Stay within rate limits

### **Technical Requirements:**

- Ability to send authenticated HTTPS requests
- JSON parsing support (all modern systems)
- Secure storage of API keys

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# **6. Affiliate Network Requirements**

To use link rewriting with networks, users must meet individual network rules.

### **Amazon Associates:**

- A valid regional tracking ID (e.g., `example-21`)
- Compliance with Amazon's program policies

### **AWIN:**

- Publisher ID
- API Access Token for merchant syncing
- Approval for individual merchants

### **Skimlinks:**

- Active Site ID
- Optional custom `.go` tracking domain

### **Other Networks:**

- Affiliate ID / Campaign ID depending on platform
- Merchant approval requirements vary

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# **7. Hardware Requirements**

AffiliateSync itself has **no hardware requirements** since all processing is handled in the cloud.

However, for high-volume WordPress imports or heavy automation, users may benefit from:

- Multi-core CPU
- Fast SSD storage
- Sufficient RAM to handle large CSV imports

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# **8. Recommended Setup for Best Performance**

To ensure the smoothest operation:

### **For Publishers**

- Use Chrome or Edge for dashboard access
- Keep your affiliate credentials up to date
- Ensure cron jobs run reliably

### **For Developers**

- Cache feed responses when appropriate
- Respect API rate limits

### **For WordPress Users**

- Use PHP 8+
- Use a quality hosting provider (VPS recommended)
- Schedule imports based on your subscription tier

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# **9. Summary**

AffiliateSync is designed to be highly accessible and lightweight, requiring only:

- A modern browser
- A stable internet connection
- Valid affiliate network credentials
- Basic server capability if importing feeds

Meeting the above requirements ensures seamless affiliate integration, faster feed access, and maximum reliability.