Passive income: YES

Earning passive income from affiliate marketing is possible but challenging. It requires significant upfront effort in building a website or platform with high-quality content that attracts consistent traffic. Automation tools like email marketing, SEO, and social media scheduling can help maintain traffic and engagement. Outsourcing content creation and management can also contribute to passivity. However, most people do not reach this level of passive income. Success stories often involve outliers who have invested years into building their platforms. Many beginners underestimate the time and effort needed, leading to unrealistic expectations. Common myths include the idea that affiliate marketing is a quick way to earn money without ongoing effort. From my experience and observations on platforms like Reddit and YouTube, those who achieve passive income typically have a strong understanding of their niche, consistent traffic, and effective monetization strategies. It becomes passive for those who can scale their operations and automate effectively, but not for those who lack the resources or commitment to reach that stage.