Got rejected by four CPA networks in a row — what are they actually looking for?

Applied to four networks, rejected by all four, two without any reason given.

I filled in the forms honestly: no traffic yet, no experience, want to learn. Is honesty the mistake here, or do I just need to go build something first and come back?

Honesty is not the mistake. Having nothing is. Affiliate managers are judged on the quality of accounts they approve — you are a risk with no upside to them yet.

Go make $200 on one offer through a network that takes anyone. Then apply with "I am doing $200/day on X vertical and want better payouts". Instant approvals.

That is a much clearer path than "keep applying". Thanks both.

Also: get on the phone. Networks approve people they have spoken to. It is 2026 and a five minute call still beats a form.