Affiliate Disclosure
Transparency is one of our core values. Here’s exactly how we make money.
The short version: Some links on The Clean Tips are affiliate links. If you click one and buy something, we may earn a small commission at zero extra cost to you. We never recommend products we haven’t tested or don’t believe in. Our editorial integrity is not for sale.
How Affiliate Links Work
When you click an affiliate link on our site and make a purchase within a certain time window (usually 24 hours), the retailer pays us a small referral commission. The price you pay is exactly the same as if you had visited the retailer directly. There is no markup or hidden cost.
This is how many of your favorite websites, from major news outlets to niche review sites, fund their operations. It allows us to keep our content free for everyone while covering the costs of research, testing, hosting, and content creation.
Our Affiliate Partners
Amazon Associates Program
The Clean Tips is 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, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.ca, and other Amazon marketplaces worldwide. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Other Retailers
We may also participate in affiliate programs with other retailers and brands. Each program operates independently, and our participation does not influence our editorial decisions. We will always disclose when a link is an affiliate link, either through in-content text or a clear label.
Our Editorial Promise
We Test Before We Recommend
Every product featured on this site has been personally tested by our team. We don’t recommend anything based on spec sheets alone. If we haven’t used it, we don’t write about it.
Affiliate Status Never Affects Rankings
Products are judged on performance, durability, and value. Never on commission rates. Many of our top-recommended products have zero affiliate relationship with us.
We Don’t Accept Sponsorships for Reviews
Brands cannot pay us to write positive reviews or feature their products. We occasionally receive free review samples, which we always disclose in the relevant article.
You Can Always Shop Without Affiliate Links
If you prefer not to use affiliate links, simply search for the product name directly on the retailer’s website. Our recommendations and reviews remain useful regardless of how you choose to shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do affiliate links cost me extra?
No. The price you pay is identical whether you use our link or go directly to the retailer. The commission comes from the retailer’s marketing budget, not from your wallet.
How do I know which links are affiliate links?
We mark affiliate content clearly. In product roundups and reviews, you will see a disclosure statement at the top of the page. Individual affiliate links are also identified with a brief note where they appear.
Does The Clean Tips accept free products?
Occasionally, we receive products from brands for evaluation purposes. When this happens, we clearly disclose it in the relevant article. Receiving a free product does not guarantee a positive review. Our opinions remain our own.
Can I support the site without clicking affiliate links?
Absolutely. The best way to support us is by sharing our guides with friends and family who might find them helpful. Word of mouth is more valuable than any commission.
Last updated: May 2026. This disclosure applies to all content on thecleantips.com. If you have questions, contact us at [email protected].