Affiliate Disclosure
Affiliate Disclosure
Affiliates
Required statement informing audiences that content includes affiliate links and the creator may earn commissions from purchases.
What is Affiliate Disclosure?
Affiliate disclosure is legally required in the US (FTC) to inform audiences about affiliate relationships and potential commissions.
Disclosure requirements:
- Clear and conspicuous
- Near affiliate links
- Before first link preferred
- Easy to understand
- On every page with links
Disclosure examples:
- "This post contains affiliate links..."
- "I may earn a commission..."
- "Disclosure: Affiliate partner"
FTC guidelines:
- Must be noticeable
- Can't be hidden
- Plain language
- Not just in T&C
Best practices:
- Prominent placement
- Honest language
- Consistent across content
- Update as regulations change
Why Affiliate Disclosure Matters
Proper disclosure is legally required and maintains audience trust.
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