At ShelfSmarts.com, our mission is to help you make informed decisions about smart devices and home automation products that enhance your daily life. Transparency and trust are fundamental to our relationship with our readers. To provide clarity about how we operate and fund our website, we have created this comprehensive affiliate disclosure.
What Is Affiliate Marketing?
Affiliate marketing is a performance-based method of monetization where content creators, bloggers, and website owners earn commissions by promoting products or services. When you click on an affiliate link on ShelfSmarts.com and make a purchase or take a specific action (e.g., signing up for a service), we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These commissions allow us to continue providing valuable content and recommendations.
Why We Use Affiliate Links
Operating a website like ShelfSmarts.com involves costs, including hosting, technical maintenance, content creation, and software. Affiliate marketing helps us offset these expenses while keeping much of our content free for readers. By partnering with affiliate programs, we can focus on delivering high-quality, unbiased content about smart devices and home automation solutions.
How Affiliate Links Work
When you click an affiliate link on ShelfSmarts.com, a tracking code is embedded in the link. This code identifies that the referral came from our website. If you make a purchase or take an action, the merchant may pay us a commission. Importantly, the price you pay remains the same regardless of whether you use our affiliate links.
Affiliate Programs and Networks We Work With
ShelfSmarts.com participates in several reputable affiliate programs and networks, including but not limited to:
- Amazon Associates
- ShareASale
- CJ Affiliate (formerly Commission Junction)
- Rakuten Advertising
- Smart device manufacturers and retailers with affiliate programs
These partnerships allow us to recommend a variety of smart devices, from thermostats and security cameras to home assistants and innovative gadgets that simplify your life.
We select these programs carefully, ensuring that the products and services align with our mission to provide reliable and insightful content about smart technology.
Our Editorial Standards
At ShelfSmarts.com, our recommendations are driven by thorough research and a commitment to providing value. We evaluate products based on quality, functionality, and relevance to our audience. Affiliate commissions are a byproduct of our work but do not influence our editorial integrity. If a product does not meet our standards, we will not promote it, even if it offers a commission.
Our reviews and recommendations aim to empower you with the knowledge to choose smart devices that suit your needs and lifestyle.
Your Support Matters
By using our affiliate links, you directly contribute to the growth and sustainability of ShelfSmarts.com. Your support enables us to:
- Create more in-depth reviews and guides
- Test and evaluate a broader range of smart devices
- Expand our coverage of the latest trends in home automation
We deeply appreciate your trust and readership.
How We Choose Products and Services
The products and services we feature are selected based on:
- Relevance to smart devices and home automation
- Quality, performance, and ease of use
- Brand reputation and customer reviews
- Value for money
We do not recommend products solely for the sake of earning commissions. Instead, we focus on curating options that genuinely benefit our readers and enhance their smart homes.
Potential Bias and Our Commitment to Transparency
While affiliate commissions help sustain our operations, they do not dictate the content or recommendations on ShelfSmarts.com. To ensure fairness, we:
- Clearly disclose affiliate relationships
- Provide balanced, honest reviews
- Avoid promoting products we do not believe in
Our reputation is built on trust, and we are committed to maintaining it.
Sponsored Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content or collaborate with brands for promotional campaigns. Sponsored content will always be clearly labeled. While we may receive compensation for such content, our opinions remain unbiased, and we only partner with brands that align with our mission and values.
FTC Compliance
ShelfSmarts.com complies with all FTC guidelines regarding affiliate marketing and endorsements. Transparency is key to maintaining trust with our audience, and we ensure that affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed.
Third-Party Tracking and Privacy
Affiliate programs may use cookies or other tracking technologies to monitor your activity after clicking an affiliate link. These cookies help merchants attribute sales to the correct affiliate partner.
Updates to This Disclosure
This affiliate disclosure may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our operations, affiliate partnerships, or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the most up-to-date information.
At ShelfSmarts.com, we are passionate about helping you navigate the world of smart devices and home automation. Our affiliate partnerships allow us to sustain and grow our website while keeping our content free and accessible. Thank you for your trust and support—we are committed to providing the best resources and recommendations to empower your smart living journey.