Affiliate Disclosure

Last Updated: January 6, 2026

Overview

This website participates in affiliate marketing programs. We earn commissions when you purchase products or services through links on our site. This disclosure explains our affiliate relationships and how they work.

What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special URLs containing tracking codes that:

• Identify referrals from our website
• Track your activity on the affiliate’s site
• Attribute purchases to our referral
• Determine our commission eligibility

Example:

Regular link: https://example.com/product Affiliate link: https://example.com/product?ref=oursite&id=12345

The tracking code (ref=oursite&id=12345) tells the merchant you came from us.

Affiliate Programs We Participate In

Amazon Associates Program

Program: Amazon Services LLC Associates Program

Disclosure: “We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.”

How It Works:

• We link to Amazon products
• You click our link and visit Amazon
• Amazon sets a cookie (24-hour duration)
• If you purchase within 24 hours, we earn a commission
• Your price is identical with or without our link

What We Earn:

• Commission percentage varies by product category (typically 1-10%)
• We receive payment from Amazon, not from you
• Your purchase price is never increased

Products We Link To:

• Text processing software
• Productivity tools
• Books and resources
• Tech products and accessories
• Services relevant to our audience

Software Affiliate Programs

Programs Include:

• SaaS tools for writers and developers
• Text editing software
• Productivity applications
• Web development tools
• Content management systems

How They Work:

• Similar to Amazon but often longer cookie duration (30-90 days)
• Commission on software subscriptions or one-time purchases
• Recurring commissions for subscription services
• Typically 10-30% commission rates

Service Affiliate Programs

Programs Include:

• Web hosting providers
• Domain registrars
• Email marketing platforms
• Cloud storage services
• Online course platforms

Commission Structure:

• One-time commissions on initial sign-ups
• Recurring commissions on monthly subscriptions
• Tiered rates based on product level

Where Affiliate Links Appear

Tool Pages

• Recommended tools and software
• “Related Resources” sections
• Alternative tool suggestions
• Upgrade recommendations

Blog Posts and Guides

• Product reviews and comparisons
• Tutorial resources
• Tool recommendations
• Equipment and software guides

Resource Pages

• Curated tool lists
• “Best of” compilations
• Category-specific recommendations
• Buying guides

Email Communications (If Applicable)

• Newsletter tool recommendations
• Special offers and promotions
• Educational content with product links

How We Mark Affiliate Links

We clearly identify affiliate relationships using:

Disclosure Statements

At the top or bottom of pages with affiliate links:

• “This page contains affiliate links”
• “We earn commissions from qualifying purchases”
• “Affiliate links are marked with *”
• Other clear disclosure language

Visual Indicators

Some affiliate links include:

• Asterisks (*) next to the link
• “Affiliate Link” label
• Special styling or icons
• Hover tooltips

Context-Specific Disclosures

In reviews or comparisons:

• “Affiliate disclosure: We earn from these links”
• “This is an affiliate partnership”
• Clear statements about compensation

Our Editorial Standards

Independence

Our Promise:

• Recommendations reflect genuine opinions
• We only promote products/services we believe in
• Editorial content isn’t dictated by affiliate relationships
• We don’t compromise integrity for commissions

What This Means:

• We’ve used or researched recommended products
• We consider alternatives, including non-affiliate options
• Criticism is honest, even for affiliate products
• Low-quality products aren’t promoted regardless of commission rates

Transparency

What We Disclose:

• All material affiliate relationships
• Commission structures when relevant
• Alternatives to affiliate products
• Pros and cons of recommended products

What We Don’t Do:

• Hide affiliate relationships
• Claim products are “free” when they’re not
• Guarantee specific results
• Misrepresent our experience with products

Honest Reviews

Our Review Process:

• Based on actual experience or thorough research
• Includes genuine pros and cons
• Considers user feedback and ratings
• Evaluates alternatives fairly
• Updates when products change

What We Avoid:

• Fake reviews or testimonials
• Exaggerated claims
• Guaranteed results
• Pressure tactics or false urgency

How Affiliate Marketing Benefits You

Funding Free Tools

Why It Matters:

• Affiliate commissions fund tool development
• Enables us to provide free utilities
• Supports ongoing maintenance and improvements
• Allows us to avoid charging users

The Trade-Off:

• You see product recommendations
• Some recommendations earn us commissions
• Your purchase supports free tools
• You’re never obligated to purchase

Curated Recommendations

Value We Provide:

• Research and testing products
• Comparing alternatives
• Explaining features and benefits
• Highlighting best use cases
• Saving you research time

Quality Standards:

• Only recommending products we’d use ourselves
• Considering budget and value
• Presenting multiple options
• Being honest about limitations

No Additional Cost

Key Point: You pay the same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the merchant. The commission comes from the merchant’s marketing budget, not from an increased price.

Example:

• Product price: $50
• With our affiliate link: $50 (we earn $5 commission from merchant)
• Without our affiliate link: $50 (merchant keeps full $50)

Your Choices

Using Affiliate Links

If You Want to Support Us:

• Click through our affiliate links when making purchases
• Your purchase price is identical
• We receive a small commission
• It costs you nothing extra

No Obligation:

• You’re never required to purchase
• You can go directly to merchants
• We appreciate clicks but don’t expect purchases
• Use links only if you find value in recommendations

Privacy Considerations

Cookie Tracking:

• Affiliate links set cookies on your device
• These track your activity for commission attribution
• Typically expire after 24 hours to 90 days
• You can delete cookies in browser settings

Opting Out:

• Delete cookies regularly
• Use private browsing mode
• Block third-party cookies
• Go directly to merchant sites

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

FTC Compliance

We comply with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations:

16 CFR Part 255

FTC Guidelines on Endorsements and Testimonials:

Requirements:

• Clear and conspicuous disclosures
• Material connections must be disclosed
• Endorsements must reflect genuine opinions
• Claims must be substantiated

Our Compliance:

• Affiliate relationships clearly disclosed
• Disclosures appear before affiliate links
• Material connections are transparent
• Recommendations are honest and genuine

Disclosure Placement

FTC Standards:

• Disclosures must be “clear and conspicuous”
• Appear in easily noticeable locations
• Use plain, easy-to-understand language
• Visible without scrolling or clicking

Our Implementation:

• Disclosures at top of pages with affiliate links
• Individual link disclosures when appropriate
• Clear, straightforward language
• Prominent placement

Affiliate Partner Requirements

Merchant Standards

We Partner With:

• Reputable, established companies
• Products/services with positive reviews
• Merchants with fair policies
• Companies with good customer support

We Avoid:

• Scams or fraudulent businesses
• Low-quality products
• Companies with poor reputations
• Services with predatory practices

Program Terms

Our Agreements:

• Comply with all affiliate program terms
• Follow promotional guidelines
• Respect trademark requirements
• Maintain disclosure standards

What We Don’t Do:

• Violate program policies
• Misrepresent products
• Use prohibited marketing methods
• Make unauthorized claims

Changes to Affiliate Relationships

Adding Partners

When We Add Affiliates:

• Evaluate product quality
• Review merchant reputation
• Ensure relevance to our audience
• Update this disclosure

Notification:

• Update disclosure page
• Add appropriate disclosures to content
• Maintain transparency

Removing Partners

Reasons for Removal:

• Product quality declines
• Policy violations
• Negative user feedback
• Better alternatives available
• Program termination

Action Taken:

• Remove or update affiliate links
• Update recommendations
• Revise content if needed

Your Rights and Recourse

Purchase Issues

If You Have Problems:

• Contact the merchant directly (we’re not the seller)
• Follow their return/refund policies
• Reference their customer support
• We can’t process returns or refunds

Our Role:

• We can provide merchant contact information
• We can remove recommendations if quality declines
• We can update content based on your feedback
• We appreciate hearing about issues

Feedback on Recommendations

We Welcome:

• Product feedback and reviews
• Alternative suggestions
• Concerns about recommendations
• Questions about affiliate relationships

Contact Us:

• Via website contact form
• Through email: info@textformattertools.com
• Your feedback improves our recommendations

Ethical Commitment

Our Values

Integrity:

• Honest recommendations
• Transparent relationships
• User interests first
• Quality over commission rates

User Trust:

• Your trust is more valuable than any commission
• We’ll never compromise recommendations for money
• Long-term relationships matter more than short-term gains
• Transparency builds trust

Quality Standards:

• Test products when possible
• Research thoroughly when testing isn’t feasible
• Consider user reviews and feedback
• Update recommendations as products change

Questions About Affiliates

Common Questions

Q: Do affiliate links cost me more? A: No. Prices are identical whether you use our link or not.

Q: Are all your links affiliate links? A: No. Many links are regular, non-affiliate links. We only use affiliate links where programs exist and products are genuinely recommended.

Q: Do you recommend products just for commissions? A: No. We only recommend products we believe provide value. Commission rates don’t determine recommendations.

Q: Can I trust your recommendations? A: Yes. All recommendations are genuine and based on quality, not commission potential. We’re transparent about affiliate relationships.

Q: How do I know which links are affiliate links? A: Look for disclosure statements on pages, asterisks (*) next to links, or “affiliate link” labels. When in doubt, assume product recommendations may include affiliate links.

Q: What if I don’t want to support affiliates? A: That’s fine. Go directly to merchant websites or use search engines to find products. Tools remain free regardless.

Contact Us

Questions about affiliate relationships:

• Contact via website form
• Email us directly via info@textformattertools.com
• We respond within 7 business days

Report concerns:

• Inappropriate recommendations
• Disclosure issues
• Product quality problems
• Feedback on partnerships

Our Commitment: Transparency, honesty, and user value above commission potential. We disclose all affiliate relationships clearly, recommend only products we believe in, and put your interests first.

Your trust matters more than any affiliate commission.