Good question. So who exactly is a trusted affiliate network? To answer this question, let me ask you another. Who isnt a trusted affiliate network? Personally, I think there are quite a few networks out there that offer false promises thats for sure.
In fact, most of them state over-the-top commissions that arent true at all. Is it even possible to receive a 40% commission off a product? Well I'm sure its "possible" but not exactly probable. I have dealt with a number of AM's in my time and I'm tired of the promises to call back and promising to pay on time.
So what does it really come down too? Well joining insanely big affiliate networks and you're just another number to them. I really suggest joining new affiliate networks. They take the time to help you with whatever YOU need. I joined Underground Elephant which is a new affiliate network. They really helped me get my business growing.
Instead of all those useless AM's I was able to get Boone Riddle. He is a great guy who always calls ME instead of the other way around. He took care of my needs and we made some good progress. It was hard to figure out which affiliate network I should join. I've been through most of them and I'm sticking to this one.
So I'm taking the time out of my day to tell you to join their affiliate network. Each affiliate that I've talked to suggested their network so I'm suggesting it to you.