Affiliate Disclosure
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FTC Disclosure Statement
Important Disclosure:
Vibe Coding Resources ("we," "our," or "us") participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our website. This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
What Are Affiliate Links?
Affiliate links are special URLs that contain a unique identifier linking back to our website. When you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase from the merchant's website, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
These commissions help support the operation and maintenance of our website, allowing us to continue providing free, high-quality content and curated resources to the developer community.
How Affiliate Links Work
You Click a Link
When you click on a product or service link on our website, you may be redirected to the merchant's website through our affiliate link.
You Make a Purchase
If you decide to purchase the product or service from the merchant, the merchant tracks that the sale came from our website through the affiliate link.
We Earn a Commission
The merchant pays us a commission for referring you to their website. This commission comes from the merchant's marketing budget, not from you.
No Extra Cost to You
Important: You pay the same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the merchant's website. The commission does not increase your cost.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We are committed to being transparent about our affiliate relationships. Here's what you should know:
- Honest Recommendations: We only recommend products, tools, and services that we believe will provide value to our audience. Our recommendations are based on quality, usefulness, and relevance to web developers and programmers.
- Independence: The presence of an affiliate link does not influence our editorial judgment. We maintain editorial independence and provide honest opinions about the products and services we feature.
- Clear Identification: While not all links may be explicitly marked as affiliate links on every page, this disclosure serves as notice that our website contains affiliate links throughout.
- No Guarantees: We do not guarantee that you will achieve the same results or benefits from any product or service we recommend. Your results may vary.
Types of Affiliate Relationships
We participate in various types of affiliate programs, including:
Direct Affiliate Programs
We partner directly with companies and service providers in the developer tools and education space. When you purchase their products through our links, we receive a commission.
Affiliate Networks
We participate in affiliate networks (such as Commission Junction, ShareASale, Impact, etc.) that manage affiliate relationships with multiple merchants.
Educational Platforms
We may earn commissions when you purchase courses or educational content through links to online learning platforms.
Software and Tools
We feature and link to various software tools, IDEs, hosting providers, and development utilities. Many of these are affiliate relationships.
Free vs. Paid Products
We feature both free and paid products on our website:
- Free Products: Many tools and resources we feature are completely free. We may still earn a commission if you sign up through our link, even if you choose a free plan.
- Freemium Products: Some products offer free basic plans with optional paid upgrades. We may earn commissions on paid upgrades.
- Paid Products: For products that require payment, we may earn a commission on your purchase.
- Trial Offers: Some products offer free trials. We may earn a commission if you continue with a paid subscription after the trial period.
Editorial Independence
Our editorial content is not influenced by affiliate relationships. Here's our promise to you:
- We do not promote products solely because they offer high commission rates
- We conduct independent research and testing when possible
- We consider user reviews, industry reputation, and real-world utility
- We disclose both pros and cons of products we feature
- We regularly review and update our recommendations based on new information
- We remove recommendations for products that no longer meet our quality standards
Your Choices
You are under no obligation to use our affiliate links or purchase any products or services we recommend. You have several options:
- Use Our Links: If you find our content helpful and want to support our work, using our affiliate links is appreciated
- Navigate Directly: You can always visit the merchant's website directly by typing their URL into your browser
- Compare Options: We encourage you to research and compare products before making any purchase decision
- No Pressure: We never use high-pressure sales tactics or create artificial scarcity to encourage purchases
Pricing and Discounts
Important: Prices on merchant websites may change at any time. While we strive to keep pricing information current, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of prices or availability of discounts mentioned on our Site.
In some cases, we may provide exclusive discount codes or special offers negotiated with our partners. These discounts are clearly indicated and are provided to benefit our audience.
Testimonials and Reviews
Any testimonials, reviews, or opinions we provide about products or services reflect our honest assessment. However, you should understand:
- Individual results may vary
- We may have received free access to products for review purposes
- Our experience may differ from yours based on your specific needs and use case
- Product features and pricing may change after our review
Amazon Associates Program
If applicable, we participate 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 and affiliated international Amazon sites.
When you purchase items through our Amazon affiliate links, we may earn a small commission on qualifying purchases.
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this disclosure was last revised.
Questions About Affiliate Links
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we select and recommend products, please contact us:
Additional Legal Information
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Thank You for Your Support
By using our affiliate links, you help support Vibe Coding Resources at no extra cost to you. This allows us to continue providing free, high-quality curated resources for the developer community. We genuinely appreciate your support!