In 2015, the Federal Trade Commission released their new rules for Disclosure Compliance. These rules are set in place to ensure that readers or viewers of web media (blogs, Youtube videos, etc.) know if the blogger/presenter is sponsored, endorsed, or partnered with a different company. In blog terms, the readers need to know if the blogger is making money by sharing a link or product.
In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links and posts on this site: Any/all of the links YOURWEBSITE.com are affiliate links of which I receive a small compensation from sales of certain items.
What are affiliate links?
Purchases are made on external affiliate company websites: When a reader clicks on an affiliate link located on .com to purchase an item, the reader buys the item from the seller directly (not from YOURWEBSITE.com). Amazon and/or other companies pay YOURWEBSITE.com a small commission or other compensation for promoting their website or products through their affiliate program.
Prices are exactly the same for you if your purchase is through an affiliate link or a non-affiliate link. You will not pay more by clicking through to the link.
I use two main types of affiliate programs:
1. Amazon affiliate links.
YOURWEBSITE.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon properties including, but not limited to, amazon.com. Amazon offers a small commission on products sold through their affiliate links.
If a blogger links to an Amazon product (with a special code for affiliates embedded in the link), and a reader places an item in their “shopping cart” through that link within 24 hours of clicking the link, the blogger gets a small percentage of the sale. Amazon links are not “pay per click.” If you click on the product link and stay around Amazon and purchase something else, however, I will get commission on that sale.
Anytime you see a link that looks like astore.com/… or amazon.com… it can be assumed that it is an Amazon affiliate link.
2. Product affiliate links.
These affiliate links work the same way: if you click the link and buy the product, then the blogger gets a percentage of the sale or some other type of compensation. Things like e-book bundles, e-courses, and online packages are usually affiliate links, as well. Again, prices are not different if you use these affiliate links. You will not pay more by clicking through to the link. These links are not “pay per click”, unless otherwise denoted.
What about sponsored content?
I do not write sponsored posts. I want to bring you real, unbiased information. However, if a post is sponsored by a company and it is a paid sponsorship, I will disclose this clearly in the beginning of the post.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Consumer Review Hub earn revenue from its content?
Consumer Review Hub participates in affiliate marketing programs, earning commissions when readers make purchases through links provided on the website. This revenue supports our ability to provide free, high-quality reviews.
Will clicking an affiliate link increase the price of the products I buy?
No, clicking an affiliate link has no impact on the price you pay for a product or service. Any commissions we receive are paid directly by the retailer at no additional cost to you.
How do affiliate relationships affect the objectivity of your reviews?
We maintain strict editorial integrity, ensuring that our recommendations are based on research and testing rather than commission potential. Our primary goal is to provide honest and helpful information to our readers.
Does Consumer Review Hub participate in the Amazon Associates Program?
Yes, as an Amazon Associate, Consumer Review Hub earns from qualifying purchases made through links to Amazon.com and its affiliated sites. This is a common practice for review sites to fund their operations.
Who should I contact if I have questions about the site's affiliate disclosure?
If you have any questions regarding our affiliate partnerships or how we use links, please reach out to us via the contact information provided on our website. We are committed to transparency and are happy to clarify our policies.