Effective Date: September 27, 2025
Overview
GuruCrate (“we,” “us,” or “our”) participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions from purchases made through links on our website. This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) guidelines regarding affiliate marketing and endorsements.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Affiliate links are special tracking links that allow us to earn a commission when you click on them and make a purchase. These links do not cost you anything extra – you pay the same price you would pay if you visited the retailer’s website directly. The commission we earn helps support our website and allows us to continue providing valuable content.
Our Affiliate Partnerships
Amazon Associates Program
GuruCrate 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.com and other Amazon properties worldwide.
When you click on Amazon links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission. This applies to:
- Amazon.com
- Amazon.co.uk
- Amazon.ca
- Amazon.de
- Amazon.fr
- Amazon.it
- Amazon.es
- Amazon.com.au
- Amazon.co.jp
- Other Amazon international sites
Other Affiliate Programs
We may also participate in affiliate programs with other retailers and service providers. As our website grows, we may add partnerships with additional companies. This page will be updated to reflect any new affiliate relationships.
How We Use Affiliate Links
We include affiliate links in various types of content, including:
- Product reviews and recommendations
- Comparison articles
- “Best of” lists
- How-to guides that mention specific products
- Blog posts that reference products or services
Our Commitment to Transparency
Clear Identification
We clearly identify affiliate links and sponsored content. You may see disclosures such as:
- “This post contains affiliate links”
- “We may earn a commission from purchases made through links in this article”
- Links marked with “(affiliate link)” or similar notation
- Disclosure statements at the beginning or end of articles
Honest Recommendations
Our affiliate relationships do not influence our content or recommendations. We only recommend products and services that we:
- Have researched thoroughly
- Believe provide value to our readers
- Would recommend regardless of any affiliate commission
We maintain editorial independence and provide honest, unbiased reviews and recommendations.
Your Choice
Using affiliate links is entirely optional. You can:
- Choose to use our affiliate links to support our website at no extra cost to you
- Visit retailers directly by typing their website addresses into your browser
- Search for products independently
The choice is always yours, and we respect whatever decision you make.
Commission Disclosure
The commission rates we earn vary by program and product type. These commissions:
- Never affect the price you pay
- Are paid by the retailer, not by you
- Help us maintain and improve our website
- Allow us to research and create more valuable content
International Visitors
Our affiliate programs and disclosures are designed to comply with regulations in various countries, including:
- United States (FTC Guidelines)
- European Union (GDPR and consumer protection laws)
- Canada (Competition Act)
- Australia (Australian Consumer Law)
- United Kingdom (ASA guidelines)
Data and Privacy
When you click on affiliate links:
- The retailer may track your visit through cookies
- We may receive information about completed purchases (but not your personal information)
- Your privacy rights are protected according to our Privacy Policy
Questions and Contact
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us at:
Email: support@gurucrate.com Website: www.gurucrate.com
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this affiliate disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our affiliate partnerships or legal requirements. Please check back periodically for updates.
Legal Compliance Statement
This disclosure is made in accordance with:
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) 16 CFR Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Other applicable consumer protection and advertising laws
Thank you for supporting GuruCrate by using our affiliate links when you make purchases. Your support helps us continue to provide valuable content and maintain our website.