Why You Need an Affiliate Disclosure
If you monetize your content through affiliate marketing, transparency isn't just a "nice to have"—it's the law. In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires that any material connection between an endorser and a brand must be clearly disclosed to the consumer.
This Affiliate Disclosure Generator helps you create clear, professional, and compliant disclaimers for your blog posts, social media captions, and website footers.
FTC Compliance
Avoid fines and legal headaches by clearly stating your financial relationships upfront.
Network Safety
Amazon and other major networks will ban affiliates who hide their disclaimers. Don't risk your payouts.
Reader Trust
Honesty builds authority. Readers appreciate knowing how you make money and are more likely to support you.
The "Clear and Conspicuous" Rule
The FTC uses the standard of "Clear and Conspicuous" to judge disclosures. Here is what that means in practice:
- Proximity: The disclosure must be close to the claim. Putting it in the footer when the link is in the header is not enough.
- Visibility: It should stand out. Use a font size and color that is easy to read on all devices.
- Clarity: Avoid jargon. "Affiliate link" is okay, but "We earn a commission" is better because it is universally understood.
Amazon Associates Requirement
If you participate in the Amazon Associates program, their Operating Agreement requires this specific phrase to appear on your site:
Our generator includes a toggle to automatically add this required language to your disclosure.