Move from AAWP to Ama Affiliate Pro without losing a penny of earnings
A step-by-step plan to switch plugins safely, keep your content earning, and avoid downtime.
The short version
- Your published product boxes and links keep working during the switch.
- The cleanup tool converts plugin links back to plain Amazon links before you delete.
- AI features need an active licence, but core monetisation stays live after trial ends.
- Licences are transferable, so you can move without contacting support.
Why AAWP users are switching
AAWP has been a reliable companion for Amazon Associates publishers, but it's not the only option. Many site owners are moving to Ama Affiliate Pro because it bundles content writing, health monitoring, and link localisation into one plugin, whereas AAWP focuses mainly on product displays.
The fear is always the same: will my existing posts break? Will my carefully placed affiliate links stop earning? The answer with Ama Affiliate Pro is no, and this guide shows exactly why.
The plugin is built to be a drop-in replacement for common Amazon shortcodes, and it includes a cleanup tool designed to make the transition painless. You can trial it for 14 days with a payment method on file, but nothing is charged until day 15.
No content rewrite
Your existing posts stay as they are. Product boxes and comparison tables render through Ama Affiliate Pro's shortcodes, which are compatible with the same ASIN-based logic you already use.
Earnings continuity
The cleanup tool converts plugin-generated links back into plain Amazon affiliate links before you delete anything, so published pages keep earning even after the plugin is gone.
Transferable licence
If you decide to move permanently, deactivate the licence inside the plugin and it frees the seat immediately. You can reinstall on the new site yourself.
What changes and what stays the same
The biggest difference is that Ama Affiliate Pro is a full site toolkit, not just a display plugin. You get the AI Content Writer, Product Health Monitor, and analytics, which are features AAWP doesn't offer.
What stays the same is the core: you still use shortcodes like and to show products, and you still need an Amazon Associates account with a partner tag. The plugin reads the ASIN from the URL exactly as you're used to.
Your existing Amazon links in text and images are untouched. The plugin only enhances what you choose to convert, so there's no risk of breaking old posts.
| Feature | AAWP | Ama Affiliate Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Product boxes | Yes | Yes |
| Comparison tables | Yes | Yes |
| AI content writing | No | Yes |
| Product health monitor | No | Yes |
| Marketplace localisation | Limited | Yes |
| Cleanup tool | No | Yes |
Before you start: what you need
The migration requires a few things: a self-hosted WordPress site version 6.0 or newer, PHP 7.4 or newer, and administrator access. You'll also need your Amazon Associates partner tag and, ideally, Amazon Creators API credentials for reliable product data.
If you don't have API access yet, the plugin works in a slower no-credentials mode until Amazon grants you access, which normally happens after three qualifying sales. AI writing features need your own API key from OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, or DeepSeek — amawp doesn't resell AI credits.
Gather these before you start, and the migration will take under an hour for a typical site.
- WordPress 6.0+ and PHP 7.4+
- Administrator access to your site
- Amazon Associates partner tag
- Amazon Creators API credentials (recommended)
- An API key for AI writing (optional)
Step-by-step migration plan
The migration is designed to be low-risk. You install Ama Affiliate Pro, let it coexist with AAWP briefly, then convert your shortcodes and finally deactivate the old plugin. Each step is reversible.
Here's the exact sequence, with realistic time estimates.
- Install Ama Affiliate Pro from your amawp.com account and activate it. (5 minutes)
- Enter your partner tag and API credentials in the Amazon API settings tab. (10 minutes)
- Test a single post by replacing an AAWP shortcode with and check the output. (10 minutes)
- Use the bulk conversion tool in Growth Tools to replace all AAWP shortcodes with Ama Affiliate Pro equivalents. (20 minutes)
- Review a few posts to confirm product boxes and tables render correctly. (10 minutes)
- Deactivate AAWP and run the cleanup tool to convert any remaining links to plain Amazon links. (5 minutes)
Converting your shortcodes without breaking posts
AAWP uses its own shortcode syntax, but the underlying data is the same: an ASIN. Ama Affiliate Pro reads the ASIN from the Amazon URL, so you can copy the product URL from your AAWP box and paste it into the shortcode.
The plugin also provides a bulk conversion tool in Growth Tools that scans your posts for AAWP shortcodes and replaces them automatically. This is safer than manual editing because it handles edge cases like nested shortcodes and whitespace.
After conversion, your posts will render through Ama Affiliate Pro. If you ever decide to leave, the cleanup tool converts those links back to plain Amazon links, so your pages keep earning even without any plugin.
What happens to your earnings during the switch
Your affiliate earnings depend on your Amazon Associates account, not on the plugin. As long as your links contain your partner tag, clicks and purchases are tracked normally.
Ama Affiliate Pro uses your partner tag in all generated links, and the cleanup tool preserves the tag when converting back to plain links. There's no window where your links lose the tag.
One thing to note: the plugin's AI features require an active licence. If your trial ends and you don't subscribe, the AI writer and keyword tools stop, but product boxes, comparison tables, the health monitor, localisation, and analytics keep working. So your core monetisation is never at risk.
If you cancel before day 15, you pay nothing. The trial requires a payment method, but nothing is charged until the trial ends.
Using the cleanup tool for a clean exit
The cleanup tool is your safety net. It's found in Growth Tools and it converts every plugin-generated link back into a standard Amazon affiliate link with your partner tag intact.
This means you can deactivate Ama Affiliate Pro and your published content still earns. The plugin's settings are preserved even after deactivation, so you can reactivate later without reconfiguring.
If you decide to delete the plugin permanently, run the cleanup tool first. It's a one-click process that scans your entire site and replaces shortcodes with plain links, so no orphaned shortcodes appear as broken text.
Testing and validating after migration
After conversion, check a sample of posts across different categories. Look for product boxes, comparison tables, and any custom styling you had with AAWP.
Ama Affiliate Pro's Product Health Monitor can flag any products that are out of stock or discontinued, which is useful after a migration because AAWP might have left stale data.
The analytics screen shows clicks and traffic sources, so you can compare performance before and after the switch. If you see a drop, it's likely due to caching, so clear your cache and re-test.
| Check | What to look for | Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Product boxes | Images and prices load | Visual inspection |
| Comparison tables | Rows align and buttons work | Visual inspection |
| Health monitor | No discontinued products | Product Health Monitor |
| Clicks | No sudden drop | Analytics |
What if you change your mind?
The 14-day trial is your evaluation period. If you decide Ama Affiliate Pro isn't for you, cancel before day 15 and you're not charged. Your site remains exactly as it was, because you haven't deleted anything.
If you've already converted shortcodes, the cleanup tool reverses the process. Your posts revert to plain Amazon links, and you can reinstall AAWP if you want.
Refunds are handled case by case by a human, but the trial is designed to avoid that need. Evaluate thoroughly during the trial, and if you have questions, the support team is on WhatsApp.
Remember: deactivating the plugin stops product boxes from rendering but keeps all settings. Deleting permanently requires the cleanup tool first.
Frequently asked questions
Will my existing AAWP shortcodes break when I install Ama Affiliate Pro?
No. Ama Affiliate Pro doesn't interfere with AAWP shortcodes. You can run both plugins simultaneously during the transition, then convert your shortcodes at your own pace.
Do I need to rewrite my posts after migrating?
No. The conversion tool replaces shortcodes automatically, and your content remains unchanged. You only need to review a few posts to confirm everything renders correctly.
What happens to my Amazon affiliate links if I delete Ama Affiliate Pro?
The cleanup tool converts plugin-generated links back to plain Amazon links with your partner tag intact, so your pages keep earning even without the plugin.
Is the trial really free?
The trial lasts 14 days and requires a payment method at checkout, but nothing is charged during the trial. If you cancel before day 15, you pay nothing.
Can I transfer my licence to another site?
Yes. Deactivate the licence inside the plugin and it frees the seat immediately. You can then activate it on a different site yourself without contacting support.
Will my site slow down with two plugins installed?
During the transition, both plugins are active, but the performance impact is minimal. Once you deactivate AAWP, your site should be faster because Ama Affiliate Pro is optimised for efficiency.
What if I need help during the migration?
Support is handled over WhatsApp by a small team. They can guide you through the conversion and answer any technical questions.