Welcome to ZestReviews! This page explains how we handle affiliate relationships on this site and how it impacts the reader.
1. What does "Affiliate" mean?
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that if you click on an Amazon link on this website and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you.
2. Why we use affiliate links
These affiliate commissions help me cover hosting fees, domain costs, and the time I spend reviewing products, testing them, writing detailed posts, and providing helpful buying advice. I only promote products I genuinely believe in after careful research or personal experience.
3. How affiliate links affect my content
- Including affiliate links does not affect the price you pay.
- Affiliate links do not influence the editorial integrity of my reviews—I strive to provide honest, unbiased opinions.
- Disclosure is a requirement under the Amazon Associates Program Policies and also promotes transparency with readers.
4. Amazon Affiliate Program Policy compliance
This disclosure is in compliance with the Amazon Associates Program Operating Agreement, which mandates that affiliate disclosures be clear and conspicuous.
- Short disclosure text appears prominently in articles and footer.
- Detailed disclosure is available here, in an easy-to-find location.
- Disclosures are not buried or hidden behind hyperlinks like "Click here".
5. Where to find the affiliate disclosure
- A short disclosure statement like "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases." appears at the beginning or end of most product review posts.
- This full-length disclosure is available here for further clarification.
6. Your support matters
When you purchase through these affiliate links, you're supporting ZestReviews, and enabling me to keep writing honest, helpful reviews and recommendations for you. Thank you for your trust and support!