It seems like a lot of affiliates feel frustrated with Amazon's recent commission cuts. You might think it's tough to generate the same income with lower rates. Amazon used to offer a variety of higher commissions, but now the rates are much lower. Some affiliates have noticed a significant drop in their earnings. You may believe that Amazon’s focus on maximizing its profits is part of the reason. However, Amazon still has a large customer base and quality products. You could decide to explore other affiliate programs that offer better commission rates for more income.