Affiliate Disclosure & Policy

What Affiliate Marketing Means

Home & Fed participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means when you purchase products through certain links on our site, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support our blog and allow us to continue creating free content.

Affiliate Programs We Participate In

Amazon Associates We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Other Affiliate Networks We also participate in affiliate programs with:

  • ShareASale (specialty food brands)
  • Target Partners
  • Individual brand affiliate programs (Le Creuset, KitchenAid, etc.)
  • Amazon
  • InstaCart

What It Means for You

  • You pay the same price whether you use our link or not
  • You're never obligated to purchase through our links
  • Your purchase supports Home & Fed at no cost to you
  • You can always shop directly at any retailer

What It Means for Us

  • We earn a small commission (typically 3-10% of the sale)
  • These commissions help cover site costs and support our work
  • We only earn if you make a purchase through our link
  • Some programs pay per click, but most pay per purchase

In Recipe Posts We include affiliate links for:

  • Kitchen tools and equipment we use
  • Ingredients that are hard to find
  • Cookbooks we reference or recommend
  • Products that make the recipe easier

In Product Reviews We provide affiliate links to products we've reviewed and recommend. We always disclose if the product was gifted or purchased.

In Roundup Posts When we share lists of favorite products, gift guides, or recommendations, these often include affiliate links.

In Grocery Haul Content When possible and relevant, we link to products featured in our grocery hauls.

You'll always know when links are affiliate links. We disclose this through:

  • Statement at the beginning of posts: "This post contains affiliate links"
  • Statement in the footer of the blog
  • Disclosure on specific product features
  • Clear language like "Amazon Associate" or "affiliate link"

Our Affiliate Promise

We Only Recommend What We Use

  • We don't recommend products just because they have affiliate programs
  • Every affiliate link represents a product we actually use and believe in
  • If we haven't tried it, we won't recommend it

Honest Opinions Always

  • Affiliate relationships never influence our opinions
  • We share both pros and cons of products
  • We'll tell you when something isn't worth the money
  • We provide alternatives, including non-affiliate options

Reader Value First

  • We prioritize your needs over commission rates
  • We recommend the best product, not the highest-paying affiliate
  • We'll direct you to the best price, even if it's not an affiliate link
  • We include budget-friendly alternatives

Price and Availability

We Can't Control

  • Product pricing (prices on Amazon and other sites change frequently)
  • Product availability
  • Shipping costs
  • Retailer promotions

We Do Our Best

  • We try to link to the best available price
  • We update links when products are discontinued
  • We note when products are typically on sale
  • We provide alternatives when items are unavailable

Amazon Specific Disclosures

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This means:

  • We earn a commission on Amazon purchases made through our links
  • The commission applies to your entire shopping cart, not just the linked item
  • Commissions are paid by Amazon, not by you
  • Prices are the same whether you use our link or shop directly

Amazon links are tagged with our affiliate ID to track purchases. These links may redirect through Amazon's tracking system.

International Readers

Our affiliate links typically direct to Amazon.com (US). If you're shopping from another country:

  • Links may not work or may redirect
  • We may not earn commission on international purchases
  • We encourage you to search for products in your local Amazon store
  • Product availability and pricing vary by region

Mobile App Purchases

Please note that affiliate links may not work if you:

  • Use the Amazon mobile app directly
  • Have certain browser extensions enabled
  • Click through but purchase much later (cookies expire)
  • Purchase in-store after viewing online

We strive to keep our affiliate links working and up-to-date, but:

  • Products are sometimes discontinued
  • Links may occasionally break
  • Affiliations with companies may change
  • If you find a broken link, please let us know at [your email]

Your Choice

Using our affiliate links is completely optional. You can always:

  • Shop directly at any retailer
  • Search for products yourself
  • Compare prices across retailers
  • Choose not to click affiliate links

We're grateful when you do use our links, as it helps support Home & Fed, but it's never required or expected.

Revenue Transparency

We're committed to transparency about how we earn income:

  • Affiliate commissions are one of several revenue streams
  • Others include display ads, sponsored content, and digital products
  • Exact earnings vary based on your purchases
  • All revenue helps us continue creating free content

If you have questions about:

  • How affiliate links work
  • Specific product recommendations
  • Alternative products
  • Any of our affiliate relationships

Please contact us. We're happy to provide more information or suggest alternatives.

Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about any of these policies, please contact us:

  • Contact Us.
  • Website: homeandfed.com
  • Social Media: @homeandfed on all platforms

We're committed to transparency, honesty, and continuous improvement. Your feedback helps us serve our community better.

Thank you for being part of the Home & Fed community. Welcome to our table. 🌸