Affiliate Disclaimer
Last Updated: April 30, 2025
Introduction
This Affiliate Disclaimer (“Disclaimer”) is applicable to the website Consumer Test Lab (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). The purpose of this Disclaimer is to clearly disclose the financial relationships and compensation we may receive through your use of our Website.
FTC Disclosure Compliance Statement
Consumer Test Lab is a participant in affiliate marketing programs and may earn commissions by recommending products on this website. In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, we provide this disclosure to ensure transparency in our business relationships with product manufacturers, service providers, and affiliate networks.
Affiliate Relationships
The Website contains affiliate links, meaning that if you click on one of our links and subsequently make a purchase, we may receive a commission. These commissions help support the ongoing operation of Consumer Test Lab and enable us to continue providing valuable product testing information and reviews.
We participate in various affiliate programs, which may include, but are not limited to:
- Amazon Associates Program
- Other relevant affiliate networks and individual product affiliate programs
The products and services that we recommend are carefully selected based on quality, reputation, and relevance to our audience. Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content or product evaluations.
Compensation Disclosure
As a result of these affiliate relationships:
- We may receive a commission when you purchase a product through our affiliate links
- We may receive free products for testing and review purposes
- We may participate in sponsored content opportunities
The compensation we receive varies by program and product, and it comes at no additional cost to you. When you make a purchase through an affiliate link on our website, you will pay the same price as you would if you visited the merchant’s website directly.
Editorial Independence
Despite our affiliate relationships, we maintain editorial independence in the following ways:
- Unbiased Reviews: Our product assessments and recommendations are based on thorough testing, research, and objective evaluation criteria.
- Editorial Control: We maintain complete control over our content and do not allow affiliate partners to influence our opinions or reviews.
- Transparency: We disclose affiliate relationships clearly and do not hide or misrepresent our financial interests.
Identifying Affiliate Links
Affiliate links on our website may be identified in the following ways:
- Text disclosures near the link or product recommendation
- Contextual hints (such as “Buy from Amazon”)
- This general Affiliate Disclaimer
Your Acknowledgment
By using our Website, you acknowledge that:
- You understand that we may receive compensation for products and services recommended on this Website
- You understand that our recommendations may be partly influenced by the compensation received
- Despite potential compensation, we strive to provide honest opinions, findings, beliefs, and experiences regarding products and services mentioned on our Website
Non-Affiliate Content
Not all links or product mentions on our Website are affiliate links. We often reference products, services, and websites without any financial incentive or relationship.
Limitation of Liability
We cannot guarantee that products or services recommended on our Website will meet your specific needs or expectations. We recommend conducting your own due diligence before making any purchases.
Consumer Test Lab is not responsible for the quality, safety, efficacy, or performance of products purchased through affiliate links. Any concerns regarding purchases should be directed to the merchant or manufacturer.
Changes to This Disclaimer
We reserve the right to modify this Affiliate Disclaimer at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes to the Disclaimer constitutes your acceptance of such changes.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Affiliate Disclaimer, please contact us at:
info@consumertestlab.com
By using our Website, you consent to this Affiliate Disclaimer.