Affiliate Disclosure Agreement

What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special tracking URLs that allow us to earn a commission when you click on them and purchase products or services from the merchant. These links help support our website and allow us to continue providing free, valuable content to our visitors.

Our Affiliate Relationships

Vetted AI Tools ("we," "us," or "our") participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we receive advertising compensation when you click on affiliate links on our website and subsequently make purchases from the merchant's website.

Affiliate programs we participate in include, but are not limited to:

• Impact Radius (Grammarly, Notion, and related services)
• PartnerStack (Writesonic, Copy.ai, and other SaaS tools)
• Direct affiliate partnerships with AI tool providers
• Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) affiliate networks
• Technology and productivity tool affiliate programs

How Affiliate Commissions Work

When you click on an affiliate link on our website and make a purchase, the merchant may pay us a commission. This commission is typically a percentage of the sale price or a fixed amount per transaction.

Important points to understand:

• No Extra Cost to You: Using our affiliate links does not increase the price you pay for products or services. The price remains the same whether you use our link or go directly to the merchant's website.
• Commission Structure: We may earn anywhere from 10% to 50% commission on qualifying purchases, depending on the specific affiliate program.
• Cookie Duration: Most affiliate programs use cookies that track your activity for 30-90 days. If you make a purchase within this period after clicking our link, we may earn a commission.
• Recurring Commissions: For subscription-based services, we may earn recurring monthly commissions as long as you remain an active subscriber.

Our Commitment to Honest Reviews

Despite our affiliate relationships, we are committed to providing honest, unbiased reviews and recommendations. Our integrity and your trust are more important to us than any commission.

Our editorial standards:

• Independent Research: We conduct thorough, independent research on all tools and services we review.
• Honest Opinions: We share both the strengths and weaknesses of products, regardless of commission rates.
• Personal Experience: Whenever possible, we test products ourselves before recommending them.
• User Feedback: We consider real user reviews and experiences in our evaluations.
• No Bias: The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our recommendations. We only recommend tools we genuinely believe will benefit our audience.

Identifying Affiliate Links

We make it easy to identify affiliate links on our website:

• Visual Indicators: Affiliate links may be marked with special buttons, badges, or icons.
• URL Structure: Affiliate links often include tracking parameters or redirect through affiliate networks.
• Contextual Disclosure: We include disclosure notices near affiliate links and within review content.
• Comparison Tables: Tool comparison tables contain affiliate links with clear "Visit Site" or "Try Free" buttons.

Sponsored Content vs. Affiliate Content

It's important to distinguish between different types of commercial relationships:

• Affiliate Content: We earn commissions only when you make purchases through our links. We have editorial freedom and control over our content.
• Sponsored Content: If we ever publish sponsored content (paid articles), we will clearly label it as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement."
• Independent Reviews: Most of our content consists of independent reviews and comparisons, where affiliate relationships exist but do not influence our editorial decisions.

Your Rights and Choices

You are under no obligation to use our affiliate links. You have several options:

• Use Our Links: Support our work by using our affiliate links at no extra cost to you.
• Direct Navigation: Visit merchants directly by typing their URL into your browser.
• Price Comparison: Always compare prices and read multiple reviews before making purchase decisions.
• Cookie Deletion: You can delete affiliate tracking cookies through your browser settings if desired.

Commission Disclosure Examples

For transparency, here are examples of typical commission structures we participate in:

• SaaS Tools: 20-40% recurring monthly commission
• Annual Subscriptions: 25-50% of first-year subscription value
• One-time Purchases: 10-30% of purchase price
• Free Trial Sign-ups: $10-$50 per qualified lead

Note: Specific commission rates vary by program and are subject to change by the merchant.

FTC Compliance Statement

This disclosure is provided in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." The FTC requires that we disclose any material connection between us and the companies whose products we review.

We are committed to full transparency and compliance with FTC guidelines. All affiliate relationships are disclosed clearly and conspicuously to our visitors.

International Disclosure

For international visitors, we comply with relevant disclosure laws in your jurisdiction, including:

• UK: ASA (Advertising Standards Authority) and CMA (Competition and Markets Authority) guidelines
• EU: Unfair Commercial Practices Directive and consumer protection regulations
• Canada: Competition Bureau guidelines on endorsements and testimonials
• Australia: ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) requirements

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our affiliate relationships or legal requirements. Material changes will be noted with an updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we earn revenue and maintain our website.

Questions and Contact Information

If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, commission structures, or this disclosure, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: Contact Form

We are committed to transparency and welcome your questions and feedback.