Ethics Policy

Our Ethical Foundation

Home & Fed is built on trust, authenticity, and integrity. This ethics policy outlines the principles that guide our decisions and partnerships.

Core Ethical Principles

Honesty First

  • We never misrepresent our experience with products or recipes
  • We disclose all material relationships and partnerships
  • We acknowledge mistakes and limitations
  • We don't create fake scarcity or false urgency

Authenticity Over Performance

  • We only recommend products we actually use and believe in
  • We share real cooking experiences, failures included
  • We never fake enthusiasm for partnerships
  • We write in our genuine voice, not what we think you want to hear

Reader Trust Above Revenue

  • We decline partnerships that compromise our values
  • We maintain editorial independence
  • We limit promotional content to maintain quality
  • We provide honest reviews even when it costs us money

Respect for Community

  • We respond to comments and questions with care
  • We respect reader privacy and data
  • We acknowledge and credit sources
  • We foster a welcoming, inclusive environment

Partnership Ethics

Disclosure

  • We clearly disclose all partnerships, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships
  • We use clear, natural language (not hidden in fine print)
  • We disclose at the beginning of content, not just the end
  • We maintain disclosure even in stories, reels, and short-form content

Editorial Independence

  • Sponsors cannot dictate our editorial calendar
  • We maintain final approval on all content
  • We can decline to publish sponsored content if it doesn't meet our standards
  • We don't allow sponsors to remove or alter honest opinions

Partnership Selection We partner only with brands that:

  • Align with our values and aesthetic
  • Produce quality products we'd genuinely recommend
  • Treat their employees and suppliers ethically
  • Are environmentally conscious when possible
  • Don't contradict our mission of nourishment and authenticity

We decline partnerships with:

  • Fast fashion or disposable products
  • Companies with poor labor practices
  • Brands that promote unhealthy relationships with food
  • Products we wouldn't use ourselves
  • Companies whose values oppose ours

Content Ethics

Recipe Development

  • We test recipes multiple times before publishing
  • We acknowledge inspiration from other creators
  • We don't publish recipes we haven't personally made
  • We're honest about difficulty level and time requirements

Product Reviews

  • We only review products we've actually used
  • We disclose how long we've used a product
  • We mention both strengths and limitations
  • We note if a product was gifted or purchased

Photography & Representation

  • We use our own photos unless otherwise credited
  • We don't heavily manipulate food photos to misrepresent results
  • We show realistic cooking and plating
  • We seek to represent diverse families and perspectives

Source Citation

  • We link to original sources and inspiration
  • We credit other creators who inspire our work
  • We fact-check claims and provide sources
  • We're transparent about our expertise level

Financial Ethics

Transparency

  • We're open about how we earn income
  • We disclose affiliate relationships clearly
  • We don't hide promotional content
  • We maintain reasonable ad density

Pricing

  • We price digital products fairly for the value provided
  • We provide free content generously
  • We're transparent about what's free vs. paid
  • We honor promotional pricing promises

Giveaways & Contests

  • We clearly state rules and eligibility
  • We select winners fairly and randomly
  • We never sell or share participant information
  • We fulfill prizes as promised

Personal Ethics

Privacy

  • We respect our family's privacy (especially our children's)
  • We don't share identifying information about others without permission
  • We're thoughtful about what we share online
  • We maintain appropriate boundaries

Representation

  • We present our life honestly, imperfections included
  • We don't create a false narrative of perfection
  • We acknowledge privilege and advantages we have
  • We're thoughtful about the influence we have

Conflicts of Interest

We disclose potential conflicts of interest, including:

  • Family members who work for relevant brands
  • Financial investments in food/lifestyle companies
  • Personal relationships with other creators we feature
  • Any situation where objectivity might be questioned

Reporting Ethics Concerns

If you have concerns about our ethical practices:

  • Contact us.
  • We'll respond within 5 business days
  • We take all concerns seriously
  • We're committed to continuous improvement