Affiliate disclosure is a core part of running a website, especially if I’m including links that might earn a commission. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on disclosure help readers understand when I might benefit financially from recommendations or links. Being open about affiliate relationships helps my readers make informed decisions when browsing https://specificgifting.com.
Whenever you see product links on https://specificgifting.com, you can assume that I may receive a commission if you make a purchase through them. This does not change the price for you in any way; instead, it allows me to provide honest information while being transparent about how I support the operation of this website. My priority is to earn your trust by being clear about my affiliate connections.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Affiliate links are special URLs that let companies know when someone has visited their site or bought a product thanks to a recommendation. When you use an affiliate link from https://specificgifting.com, you are sent straight to the company’s website. If you decide to buy something, that company pays me a small commission as a thank you for the referral.
Say you click on a link leading to Amazon or another retailer from my site and decide to buy a product. I might earn a percentage of that sale or other compensation. All transactions take place on the third-party website, not on https://specificgifting.com, so your privacy is protected.
Will It Cost You More?
You won’t pay more by using one of my affiliate links, and your total stays the same. Retailers do not change the price just because you clicked through from my site. Often, the prices and deals you get through my links are the same or even better than if you visited the site directly. Every now and then, you might even stumble upon exclusive discounts or promotions only available via affiliate partners.
This means you get the products you want, sometimes with a special deal, while I get a small reward for pointing you in the right direction. Everybody wins, there is no hidden fee or mark-up involved when you purchase through my affiliate links.
Types of Affiliate Programs I Use
Amazon Affiliate Links
https://specificgifting.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This advertising program allows websites to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. If you click an Amazon link and purchase a product within a specific time window (often 24 hours), Amazon pays me a small fraction of the sale.
Interestingly, if you end up adding additional items to your order while you’re on Amazon, I might get a commission on those as well. As always, the Amazon affiliate links won’t bump up your cost, and I never see personal order details like your name or other sensitive info.
Other Product Affiliate Links
Besides Amazon, I take part in other affiliate programs on occasion. These may include links to online stores, digital products, ebooks, or unique gift ideas. If you buy something using one of these links, I can receive a commission or a similar benefit. I pick affiliate products based on how relevant they are and how much value they bring to my readers on https://specificgifting.com. The compensation I receive never influences my reviews or recommendations; I’m committed to honesty and value for you.
Sponsored Content
I always aim to keep my content genuine and straightforward. If I am ever paid to write a post about a company or product (which is called sponsored content), I will clearly disclose this at the beginning of the article. My promise is to provide honest reviews, and any paid post or sponsorship will be described up front so you’re in the loop about the nature of the relationship. I believe in being straightforward about affiliate links and sponsorships because it helps build trust between us as readers.
If you any questions about how affiliate links work here on https://specificgifting.com please do not hesitate to ask. I’m here to help keep things clear!
