Affiliate Disclosures That Readers Can Actually Notice
A disclosure should reach the reader before or with the commercial recommendation. A legal page in the footer does not explain the relationship at the moment it can influence a decision.
State the relationship plainly
Explain that you may earn a commission when a reader buys through eligible links and that the reader's price is generally unaffected unless a specific offer says otherwise.
Avoid vague labels such as 'partner link' when a reasonable reader may not understand the financial relationship.
Match disclosure to format
Place article disclosure before the first affiliate link. In email, video and social posts, use a clear disclosure within the content rather than relying only on a profile or description.
Follow the laws, platform rules and program terms applicable to your audience and publishing location.
Keep editorial explanation separate
A disclosure identifies compensation; it does not prove independence. Explain methodology, verification dates and how products are selected in a separate editorial policy.
Review mobile layouts and collapsed sections to ensure the disclosure remains visible.
Frequently asked questions
Is an affiliate disclosure page enough?
Usually not by itself. Readers should see a clear disclosure close to the relevant recommendation or link.