Affiliate Disclosure
Transparency about our affiliate partnerships and compensation
FTC COMPLIANCE DISCLOSURE
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.
1. Affiliate Relationships
BestTimeForBed participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites.
In simple terms: When you click on some links on our site and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.
2. Types of Affiliate Programs
We participate in the following types of affiliate programs:
3. How Affiliate Links Work
When you click an affiliate link:
- You click a product link on BestTimeForBed
- You're directed to the retailer's website (e.g., Amazon)
- If you make a purchase within a certain time frame (usually 24 hours)
- We receive a small commission from the retailer
- You pay exactly the same price as if you went directly
Important: We do not have access to your personal information, payment details, or order history through affiliate programs.
4. Our Product Selection Criteria
We only recommend products that meet our strict criteria:
Quality & Effectiveness
Products must have proven effectiveness and positive user reviews.
User Reviews
Minimum 4-star average rating from verified purchasers.
Scientific Basis
Products based on sleep science principles when applicable.
Note: We never recommend products solely for commission potential. Unworthy products are never promoted, regardless of commission rates.
5. Impact on Recommendations
Our affiliate relationships do NOT influence:
Our commitment: We prioritize providing accurate, helpful information over maximizing commissions.
6. Cost to You
Using our affiliate links:
Price Parity Guarantee
You will NEVER pay more when using our affiliate links. In fact, we often share special deals and discounts available through our partnerships.
Retailers pay affiliate commissions from their marketing budgets, not by increasing product prices.
7. How Commissions Support Our Work
Affiliate commissions help us:
Without affiliate revenue, we would need to implement subscription fees or display more advertisements.
8. Transparency Measures
We implement several transparency measures:
| Measure | Description |
|---|---|
| Clear Labeling | Affiliate links are clearly marked (usually with a shopping cart icon) |
| This Disclosure | Comprehensive disclosure page accessible from every page |
| No Manipulation | We don't use deceptive tactics to encourage clicks |
| Honest Reviews | We disclose if we received products for free review |
9. Your Rights and Choices
You have complete freedom to:
10. Data Privacy
Affiliate programs do NOT give us access to:
We only receive anonymized reporting about overall sales volume and commission amounts.
11. Questions and Contact
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships:
Email: disclosure@besttimeforbed.com
We strive to respond to all affiliate-related inquiries within 48 hours.
By using BestTimeForBed and clicking on affiliate links, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this affiliate disclosure.
Last updated: December 2024
This disclosure is subject to change as we add or change affiliate relationships.
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