Affiliate Website Valuation: Beyond Vanity Multiples to a 5-Year Earnings Model

Understanding the true value of an affiliate website is a sophisticated process that extends far beyond a simple glance at last month's commission screenshot. For both buyers and sellers, a robust affiliate website valuation requires a deep dive into sustainable earnings, traffic quality, and future growth potential. At InnovexFlow, our team, with five years of experience modeling digital revenue for major platforms like Amazon and Etsy, understands that a comprehensive valuation is a 5-year RPM and traffic-quality problem, not merely a snapshot of peak performance. The global affiliate marketing industry itself is a testament to the enduring power and growth of this revenue model. Projected to surge from $27.8 billion in 2024 to an impressive $48 billion by 2027, this sector continues to expand rapidly [1]. This growth indicates a healthy, evolving market for well-positioned digital assets. In the US alone, affiliate marketing drove an estimated $113 billion in e-commerce sales in 2024, accounting for 9.4% of all US e-commerce transactions [2]. These figures underscore the significant economic impact and potential value held within a well-managed affiliate website.

The True Measure of Affiliate Website Value

For many, the initial thought of valuing an affiliate website conjures images of quick calculations based on a monthly profit multiple. While this approach has its place, it often falls short of capturing the full, nuanced picture of a site's long-term worth. A truly accurate affiliate website valuation requires a forward-looking perspective, grounded in historical performance but critically assessing future potential and inherent risks.

Why Multiples Alone Fall Short

Relying solely on a simple multiple of trailing monthly net profit can be misleading. It offers a snapshot, but not a movie. A site might have experienced an exceptional month due to a seasonal spike, a viral piece of content, or a temporary surge in commission rates. Without understanding the underlying factors, a buyer could overpay, or a seller might undervalue their asset by not adequately demonstrating its sustainable growth trajectory.

Our team believes that focusing on sustainable earnings, rather than just peak performance, is paramount. This means scrutinizing revenue consistency, traffic stability, and the effort required to maintain and grow those earnings. The "easy passive income" misconception often leads to unrealistic expectations; in reality, a site's valuation reflects the robust systems and consistent effort in place to generate and sustain its revenue [3].

The Growth Trajectory of Affiliate Marketing

The affiliate marketing landscape is not static; it's a dynamic and growing ecosystem. Over 80% of brands worldwide now operate affiliate programs, showcasing its widespread adoption as a core marketing strategy [4]. Businesses, on average, report earning $6.50 for every $1 spent on affiliate marketing, with some benchmarks reaching up to $15 for every $1 [5]. This high return on investment makes well-performing affiliate assets highly attractive.

The continued growth projections for the industry, alongside its proven ability to drive substantial e-commerce sales, paint a compelling picture for affiliate website owners and potential buyers. However, this growth also means increased competition and the need for sites to demonstrate unique value propositions and adaptability to market changes.

How Affiliate Website Valuation Actually Works

At its core, affiliate website valuation is about assessing the sustainable profitability of a business and applying a multiplier that reflects its risk and growth potential. This process moves beyond superficial metrics to delve into the financial health and operational efficiency of the site.

Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE): The Foundation

Affiliate websites are primarily valued based on a multiple of their net profit, specifically Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE), over a trailing 12-month period (T12) [6]. SDE represents the total financial benefit an owner receives from a business, before taxes, and before non-cash expenses, one-time expenses, and discretionary owner compensation. It's the profit available to a single owner-operator.

The formula is straightforward: Valuation = SDE x Multiple. Calculating SDE involves starting with net profit and then adding back certain expenses that are discretionary to the owner or would not be incurred by a new owner. These typically include the owner's salary, one-time legal fees, excess owner benefits, and sometimes depreciation and amortization if they represent non-cash expenses or can be adjusted for a new owner's operational structure.

Understanding Valuation Multiples: Beyond the 'Rule of Thumb'

While typical multiples for affiliate websites range from 24x to 36x monthly net profit, this is merely a starting point [6]. It's crucial to understand that a multiple is not a fixed market average but a reflection of a specific site's risk profile, growth prospects, and operational efficiency. For high-growth, diversified, and low-owner-involvement sites, multiples can even extend to 30x-45x [6].

The "rule of thumb" often quoted in online forums can be dangerously simplistic. A multiple of 30x might be appropriate for a stable, diversified site, but entirely inappropriate for a site heavily reliant on a single traffic source or affiliate program. Our experience shows that every site requires a bespoke assessment of its multiple.

Key Factors Influencing Your Multiple

Several critical factors can significantly adjust the valuation multiple of an affiliate website. These are the elements that buyers scrutinize most closely when assessing risk and potential return:

• Income Diversification: A site with multiple income streams (e.g., Amazon Associates, direct brand partnerships, display ads, digital products) is inherently less risky and commands a higher multiple.
• Traffic Quality and Diversity: Organic search traffic from Google is generally considered the gold standard due to its sustainability and intent-driven nature. Reliance on volatile sources like social media or paid ads can decrease the multiple.
• Growth Rate: Websites demonstrating consistent year-over-year growth, especially above 25%, and net margins above 15%, are highly attractive and command premium multiples [6].
• Owner Involvement: Sites that operate with minimal owner input, often leveraging virtual assistants or automated systems, are valued higher. High owner involvement indicates a less transferable business.
• Niche and Market Trends: Niches with high average order values, recurring revenue potential (e.g., SaaS), or strong long-term market trends tend to receive higher multiples.
• Content Quality and Age: Evergreen, high-quality content that consistently ranks and converts without constant updates adds significant value.
• Backlink Profile and Domain Authority: A strong, natural backlink profile enhances SEO stability and trust, positively impacting the multiple.
• Email List and Social Presence: While not direct revenue streams, an engaged email list or substantial social media following represent valuable assets that reduce reliance on search engines and can be monetized in various ways.

RPM by Niche and Why the Multiple Moves

One of the most insightful metrics for understanding the profitability and potential of an affiliate website is Revenue Per Mille (RPM), or Revenue Per Thousand Visitors. RPM provides a clear picture of how effectively a site monetizes its traffic, and it varies dramatically across different niches, directly influencing the valuation multiple.

High-Value Niches: Finance, Insurance, and SaaS

Niches like finance, insurance, and Software as a Service (SaaS) consistently yield higher RPMs and, consequently, higher valuation multiples. This is primarily due to several factors:

• High-Ticket Commissions: Financial products (e.g., credit cards, loans), insurance policies, and SaaS subscriptions often involve substantial payouts per conversion. A single lead or sale can be worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
• Recurring Revenue Potential: SaaS products, in particular, often offer recurring commissions, meaning a single customer acquisition can generate revenue for months or years, significantly increasing their Lifetime Value (LTV).
• Lead Generation Value: In these sectors, even a qualified lead (e.g., an insurance quote request) can be highly valuable to the merchant, leading to generous CPA (Cost Per Acquisition) payouts.

For example, a finance site reviewing investment platforms might earn $100-$500 per signup, resulting in an RPM of hundreds or even thousands of dollars, far exceeding what a recipe blog might achieve. This inherent profitability translates into higher multiples because the site generates more profit per visitor, making it a more efficient asset.

Mid-Value Niches: Health, Home, and Tech

Niches such as health and wellness, home and garden, and consumer technology typically fall into the mid-value range. They offer solid RPMs, but often without the extreme high-ticket or recurring revenue potential of finance or SaaS.

• Varied Commission Structures: These niches feature a mix of commission rates and average order values (AOVs). A health site might promote supplements with a 10-15% commission on a $50 product, while a home improvement site might link to appliances with a smaller percentage on a $1000 item.
• Product Diversity: The sheer variety of products means that RPM can fluctuate based on the specific products or services being promoted. A site focused on high-end gadgets might have a better RPM than one reviewing budget accessories.
• Market Stability: While generally stable, these niches can be influenced by consumer trends, product cycles, and seasonal demand.

A home and garden site might see strong seasonal boosts, but its year-round RPM might average in the $50-$150 range, leading to a respectable but not top-tier multiple. Our team often sees these sites as having significant potential for growth through strategic brand partnerships beyond Amazon Associates.

Lower-Value Niches: Recipes, Deals, and Low-Ticket E-commerce

Niches centered around recipes, daily deals, or low-ticket e-commerce items (e.g., fashion accessories, novelty items) generally exhibit lower RPMs. This is due to:

• Low Average Order Value (AOV): The products promoted are often inexpensive, leading to small commissions per sale. Even with high conversion rates, the total revenue per thousand visitors remains modest.
• High Volume Requirement: To achieve substantial revenue, these sites require massive traffic volumes. While possible, this often means higher operational costs for content creation and traffic acquisition.
• Seasonality and Trend Dependence: Deal sites can be heavily seasonal (e.g., Black Friday), and recipe sites can be influenced by holidays or dietary trends.

A recipe blog, for instance, might rely heavily on display ads and small Amazon Associates commissions, resulting in an RPM of $10-$40. While still profitable, the lower RPM and often higher traffic requirements mean these sites typically command lower valuation multiples compared to high-value niches.

The Impact of Commission Structure and Lifetime Value

Beyond the niche itself, the specific commission structure and the potential for customer lifetime value (LTV) within a program are critical. Sites with diverse affiliate programs and stable, transparent commission rates are valued higher [6]. A site heavily reliant on a single program, especially one with frequently changing terms or low LTV, introduces significant risk.

Buyers are increasingly looking beyond just the initial commission to understand the long-term value generated. Does the affiliate program offer second-tier commissions? Are there bonuses for high volume? Can the referred customer be re-engaged by the merchant for future purchases, indirectly benefiting the affiliate's reputation and potential for future partnerships? These considerations all feed into the perceived stability and future growth of the site, ultimately impacting its affiliate website valuation.

For a deeper dive into how RPM varies across different sectors, you can explore our detailed analysis on niche-specific RPMs at InnovexFlow's Affiliate RPM by Niche Guide.

Traffic Quality, Email, and Concentration Risk

The source and quality of traffic are paramount in affiliate website valuation. Not all visitors are created equal, and a site's reliance on a single traffic channel or merchant can introduce significant risks that directly impact its market value.

Organic Search Dominance: The Gold Standard

Organic traffic, primarily from search engines like Google, is widely considered the gold standard for affiliate websites. Our team consistently observes that buyers place a premium on sites with strong organic search visibility due to its sustainability, intent-driven nature, and lower cost compared to paid alternatives [6]. A significant 78.3% of affiliate marketers leverage SEO as a primary traffic source, underscoring its importance [7].

Does Google traffic count the same as Pinterest? Absolutely not. Google organic traffic is generally considered higher quality and more stable than social or paid traffic, which can be volatile. Users actively searching for solutions or product reviews on Google are typically further down the purchase funnel, leading to higher conversion rates and better RPMs. In contrast, traffic from platforms like Pinterest, while valuable for discovery, often requires more nurturing to convert.

Diversifying Traffic Sources: Beyond Google

While organic search is highly desirable, over-reliance on a single traffic source, even Google, poses a significant concentration risk. A major Google algorithm update can drastically impact a site's rankings and, consequently, its revenue overnight. Sites that have successfully diversified their traffic streams—incorporating direct traffic, email marketing, social media, or even carefully managed paid campaigns—are more resilient and thus more valuable.

Mobile traffic also plays a crucial role, accounting for approximately 62% of all affiliate-driven visits [8]. This highlights the necessity of a mobile-optimized site, not just for user experience but also for maintaining traffic volume and conversions across all devices.

The Untapped Value of an Email List

Beyond traditional traffic sources, an engaged email list represents a direct communication channel with an audience. This asset is often undervalued in initial assessments but can significantly increase a site's affiliate website valuation. An email list reduces reliance on search engines and social platforms, providing a consistent, owned channel for promoting offers, new content, and building a loyal community.

For buyers, a robust email list means immediate access to an audience that can be monetized from day one, offering a powerful hedge against external platform changes. It's a non-traditional asset that adds a layer of stability and future growth potential, often overlooked in basic multiple calculations.

Mitigating Merchant and Traffic Concentration Risk

Concentration risk, whether from a single traffic source or a single merchant, is a major red flag for buyers and will almost certainly lower a site's valuation multiple. Imagine a site generating 90% of its revenue from Amazon Associates. If Amazon changes its commission structure (as it has done historically) or terminates the account, the site's value could plummet.

Our expert insights confirm that diversity of affiliate programs and ensuring no single partner accounts for over 50% of revenue is critical for a higher valuation [6]. This principle applies equally to traffic sources. A site with 90% of its traffic from a single Google algorithm update is far riskier than one with a balanced mix of organic, direct, and email traffic. Buyers seek stability and resilience, and diversification is key to demonstrating both.

A Worked Mid-Ticket Affiliate Example

To illustrate how these factors come together in a practical setting, let's walk through a hypothetical affiliate website valuation for a mid-ticket niche site.

Scenario: A Home & Garden Affiliate Site

Consider "GreenThumb Guides," a content-rich affiliate website focused on sustainable gardening, smart home irrigation, and outdoor living products. The site has been operating for three years, publishing evergreen articles, product reviews, and buying guides. It generates traffic primarily from organic search, with a growing email list.

Calculating Trailing 12-Month SDE

First, we compile GreenThumb Guides' financial data for the past 12 months:

Revenue Streams:

• Amazon Associates: $4,000/month (average) = $48,000
• Direct Brand Partnerships (e.g., Smart Sprinkler Systems, Organic Fertilizer Co.): $2,500/month (average) = $30,000
• Display Ads (e.g., Mediavine): $1,500/month (average) = $18,000
• Total Annual Revenue: $96,000

Expenses (Trailing 12 Months):

• Hosting & CDN: $300/month = $3,600
• Content Writers & Editors: $1,500/month = $18,000
• Virtual Assistant (SEO tasks, social media): $500/month = $6,000
• Email Marketing Software: $50/month = $600
• SEO Tools (Ahrefs, SEMrush): $200/month = $2,400
• Total Annual Operating Expenses: $30,600

Calculating SDE:

• Net Profit (Revenue - Operating Expenses): $96,000 - $30,600 = $65,400
• Add-backs (Owner Discretionary Expenses):
  • Owner's "salary" (if taken as a distribution, not a formal salary): $12,000 (e.g., for 5 hours/week of strategic work)
  • One-time graphic design project: $1,000
• Total SDE: $65,400 + $12,000 + $1,000 = $78,400

So, GreenThumb Guides has an annual SDE of $78,400, which translates to a monthly SDE of approximately $6,533.

Applying the Multiple: Adjustments for Risk and Growth

Now, we apply a multiple to the monthly SDE. For a typical affiliate site, multiples range from 24x to 36x. Let's assess GreenThumb Guides against the key factors:

• Income Diversification: Good (Amazon, direct brands, ads). This supports a higher multiple.
• Traffic Quality: Excellent (primarily organic search). Strong positive.
• Growth Rate: Consistent 20% YOY revenue growth. Positive.
• Owner Involvement: Moderate (owner spends ~5 hours/week on strategy and content oversight). Neutral to slightly positive.
• Niche Stability: Home & Garden is stable, not overly trendy. Positive.
• Content Quality: High-quality, evergreen, well-researched. Positive.
• Concentration Risk: No single merchant accounts for >50% of revenue. Traffic is diversified between Google and direct/email. Positive.
• Email List: Strong and engaged. Positive.

Given these strong positive indicators, GreenThumb Guides warrants a higher-than-average multiple. Instead of a basic 24x or 30x, we might lean towards a 36x multiple, or even slightly higher, reflecting its stability, diversification, and growth potential. Let's use 36x for our initial calculation.

The Initial Valuation Figure

Using the monthly SDE of $6,533 and a 36x multiple:

Valuation = $6,533 (Monthly SDE) x 36 = $235,188

This initial affiliate website valuation of approximately $235,000 provides a solid starting point. It brings together RPM (implied by the revenue streams and traffic volume), traffic quality, and commission mix into a tangible valuation figure, demonstrating the power of moving beyond vanity metrics.

Building a 5-Year Earnings Model a Buyer Will Trust

While the SDE multiple provides a current valuation, sophisticated buyers are keenly interested in future potential. A robust 5-year earnings model is essential for them to assess future cash flows, potential ROI, and inherent risks. This forward-looking projection is where a seller can truly differentiate their asset.

Projecting Revenue Growth: Realistic vs. Optimistic

Our team emphasizes that revenue projections must be grounded in reality, not just optimism. We advise projecting traffic growth based on a combination of historical data, realistic SEO potential (e.g., targeting specific keyword clusters, expanding content categories), and broader market trends. For instance, knowing that US affiliate marketing spend is forecast to hit $13.81 billion in 2026, growing 11.3% in a year when US retail e-commerce grows 6.7%, provides a positive backdrop for growth assumptions [9].

Modeling RPM changes should consider niche trends, the stability of current commission rates, and the potential for new, higher-paying partnerships. Are there new products or services emerging in the niche? Can you negotiate better terms with existing merchants? These factors can justify incremental RPM increases.

Avoid hockey-stick projections that lack substantiation. Instead, link growth directly to specific, actionable strategies.

Forecasting Expenses and Profitability

A credible model also forecasts expenses. While some costs like hosting might remain stable, content creation, tool subscriptions, and virtual assistant costs will likely increase with growth. Buyers want to see that you've considered how scaling the business will impact the bottom line.

Projecting profitability involves balancing these revenue and expense forecasts. A site with high growth rates (25%+ year-over-year) and net margins above 15% commands premium multiples because it demonstrates efficient scaling [6]. The model should clearly show how these margins are maintained or improved over time.

Identifying Growth Levers and Potential Risks

A strong 5-year model outlines clear growth levers:

• Content Expansion: Plans for new content clusters, updating existing content, or expanding into related sub-niches.
• Email Marketing: Strategies for growing the list and monetizing it more effectively.
• New Partnerships: Identifying and securing additional high-value affiliate programs.
• Diversification: Plans to introduce new revenue streams, such as digital products or a membership area.
• Paid Traffic: If considered, a clear strategy and budget for testing and scaling paid campaigns.

Equally important is acknowledging and accounting for potential risks. These include:

• Algorithm Changes: The ever-present risk of Google updates.
• Merchant Program Termination: A partner closing its affiliate program or changing terms.
• Increased Competition: New entrants in the niche.
• Regulatory Shifts: Changes to disclosure requirements or data privacy laws.

By addressing these risks transparently, you demonstrate a realistic understanding of the business landscape, which builds trust with buyers.

The Importance of Stress-Testing Your Projections

No projection is certain. Therefore, stress-testing your model is crucial. This involves running scenarios: a conservative case, a base case, and an aggressive case. Each scenario should articulate different assumptions for traffic growth, RPM, and expenses, showing how the affiliate website valuation might fluctuate under various market conditions.

This approach provides buyers with a clear understanding of the investment's risk-reward profile and helps them make informed decisions. It also prepares sellers for negotiation, as they can confidently present a range of outcomes based on well-reasoned assumptions.

To assist with these complex projections, our specialized tool can help you create robust 5-year earnings models: InnovexFlow's Affiliate Projection Tool. You can also learn more about crafting these forecasts in our guide: Affiliate Revenue Projections Guide.

Conservative, Base, and Aggressive Sale Cases

Presenting a range of valuation scenarios is a sophisticated approach that benefits both buyers and sellers. It acknowledges the inherent uncertainties in any business forecast and provides a realistic framework for negotiation, moving beyond a single, static affiliate website valuation figure.

Defining Each Scenario for Buyers

When preparing to sell an affiliate website, our team advises crafting three distinct future scenarios:

• Conservative Case: This scenario assumes minimal growth, potential commission rate reductions, or increased competition. It might project a slight decline in traffic or RPM, reflecting a "worst-case but plausible" outcome. This case demonstrates the site's resilience and what a buyer could expect even if conditions are challenging.
• Base Case: The base case reflects a realistic, sustainable growth trajectory based on current performance, historical trends, and achievable operational improvements. This is often the most likely outcome, assuming no major market disruptions or extraordinary growth initiatives.
• Aggressive Case: This scenario projects higher growth from successful new initiatives (e.g., launching a new content pillar, significant email list growth, expanding into a lucrative sub-niche), favorable market shifts, or successful implementation of a buyer's growth strategy. It outlines the maximum potential if everything goes right.

Each scenario should be backed by specific assumptions for traffic, RPM, conversion rates, and expenses. For instance, the aggressive case might assume a successful outreach campaign leading to a 50% increase in direct brand partnerships, while the conservative case might factor in a 10% reduction in Amazon Associates commissions.

Impact on Valuation Multiples

These scenarios don't just affect projected earnings; they can also influence the multiple a buyer is willing to apply. A business that clearly articulates a conservative case demonstrating strong downside protection might justify a slightly higher multiple in the base case, as the buyer perceives less overall risk.

Conversely, a site with an overly optimistic aggressive case that lacks solid justification might lead a buyer to apply a more conservative multiple to the base case, as they might view the seller's projections as unrealistic. The consistency and logical flow between scenarios are key.

Presenting a Range for Negotiation

Ultimately, these conservative, base, and aggressive cases provide a buyer with a clear understanding of the investment's risk-reward profile. For the seller, presenting a valuation range, rather than a single number, offers significant advantages in negotiation. It allows the seller to anchor the discussion around a higher potential while demonstrating an understanding of market realities.

For example, a seller might present a valuation range of $200,000 (conservative) to $300,000 (aggressive), with a base case of $250,000. This approach invites the buyer to engage with the underlying assumptions and growth strategies, rather than simply accepting or rejecting a single asking price. It shifts the conversation from "what is it worth?" to "what can we make it worth together?"

Understanding how these scenarios impact your final asking price and strategy is crucial for a successful sale. Explore more about our pricing models and strategies at InnovexFlow's Pricing Guide.

Regulatory Compliance and Future-Proofing Your Valuation

In an increasingly regulated digital landscape, compliance is not merely a legal obligation; it's a fundamental aspect of future-proofing your affiliate website valuation. Buyers are highly sensitive to legal risks, and a non-compliant site will invariably command a lower multiple, regardless of its earnings.

FTC Guidelines and Disclosure Requirements

Compliance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines is non-negotiable for any affiliate marketer targeting a US audience. Affiliate marketers must clearly and conspicuously disclose their relationships with brands and that they may earn commissions from purchases made through affiliate links [10]. These disclosures should conform to the 4Ps: Prominence, Presentation, Placement, and Proximity, ensuring they are easy for users to find and understand.

All advertising claims must be truthful and substantiated, avoiding misleading statements. A site with a history of clear, consistent FTC disclosures demonstrates professionalism and significantly reduces legal risk for a buyer, thereby enhancing its value. Conversely, a site with poor or absent disclosures represents a potential liability that will deter serious buyers or lead to a significantly reduced offer.

Data Privacy (GDPR, CCPA) and User Trust

Beyond FTC guidelines, adherence to data protection laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)/California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the US is crucial. When collecting and processing personal data (e.g., through email sign-ups or analytics), affiliates must be transparent about data usage, obtain explicit consent, and enable consumers to opt out of data selling or sharing [11].

A site that demonstrates robust data privacy practices, including a clear privacy policy, cookie consent mechanisms, and secure data handling, builds user trust and protects against future legal challenges. This commitment to user privacy makes the site more attractive to buyers who are increasingly concerned about regulatory compliance and reputational risk.

Adapting to AI and Evolving Search Algorithms

The digital landscape is constantly evolving, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing an increasingly significant role. Sites demonstrating adaptability to AI-driven search (e.g., Google's AI Overviews) and future changes like cookie deprecation are considered more future-proof and valuable. Proactive measures against potential regulatory changes and technological shifts enhance the site's long-term stability and appeal to buyers.

The integration of AI into partnership programs is already widespread, with 97% of brands using AI somewhere in their affiliate initiatives [12]. This indicates that sites that can leverage AI for content creation, optimization, or audience segmentation will be seen as forward-thinking and better equipped for future challenges, positively impacting their affiliate website valuation.

FAQ: Common Questions About Affiliate Website Valuation

The journey of affiliate website valuation is intricate, demanding a detailed understanding of both current performance and future potential. It’s not about finding a single magic number, but rather building a compelling narrative supported by robust data and realistic projections. By moving beyond vanity multiples and embracing a comprehensive 5-year earnings model, both sellers and buyers can approach the market with confidence, securing fair value for these dynamic digital assets.

About the Author

The InnovexFlow Editorial Team comprises experts specializing in affiliate RPM, site valuation multiples, and digital revenue models. Our insights are grounded in extensive experience, including a 5-year track record modeling digital revenue for major platforms like Amazon and Etsy. This content provides general information and is not personalized financial advice.

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