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Hi there! I believe in being completely transparent with you about how I keep Victoria Recipes running. This page explains how affiliate links work and how they help support the free recipes and content I share.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Some posts on victoriarecipes.com contain affiliate links – these are special tracking links that let partner companies know you came from my site. If you click on one of these links and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
Think of it like getting a small “thank you” from the company for introducing you to their product. The price you pay stays exactly the same, but I receive a tiny percentage that helps keep this site running and the recipes coming!
How Affiliate Commissions Support This Site
These small commissions help me:
- Cover website hosting and maintenance costs
- Test new ingredients and kitchen tools for reviews
- Spend time developing and testing recipes
- Keep all content free for you to enjoy
- Invest in better recipe photography and content
Without these partnerships, I’d have to find other ways to support the site – like charging for recipes or adding more intrusive advertising.
My Promise: Only Honest Recommendations
Here’s my commitment to you: I only recommend products I genuinely use, love, or believe would be helpful in your kitchen. Whether it’s:
- A kitchen tool that’s changed my cooking game
- An ingredient I can’t stop raving about
- A cookbook that’s inspired my recipes
- Kitchen equipment that actually works
If I’m sharing an affiliate link, it’s because I truly think it’s worth your consideration. I’ve either used it myself or researched it thoroughly enough to feel confident recommending it.
However, I always encourage you to:
- Read reviews from multiple sources
- Compare prices across different retailers
- Consider your own cooking style and needs
- Research any product claims independently
Types of Affiliate Partnerships
Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Many of my ingredient and equipment links go to Amazon because it’s convenient for most readers, but you’re always free to shop elsewhere.
Other Partners: I occasionally partner with other companies whose products align with my cooking philosophy – think specialty food brands, kitchen equipment manufacturers, or cookbook publishers.
What I DON’T promote: I won’t recommend products just because they offer high commissions. If I wouldn’t use it in my own kitchen or recommend it to a friend, I won’t recommend it to you.
Editorial Independence
My affiliate relationships never influence my recipe development or honest opinions. If I love a $5 ingredient from the grocery store more than a $50 specialty product, I’ll tell you! My content decisions are based on what I think will help you cook better, not what earns the most commission.
When I write reviews or comparisons, I share the real pros and cons based on my experience, regardless of affiliate potential.
Your Choice, Always
You’re never obligated to click on affiliate links or make purchases through them. You can:
- Shop directly with the retailer
- Search for the product independently
- Find alternatives that work better for your budget
- Simply enjoy the free recipes without purchasing anything
If you do choose to support the site through affiliate links, I’m genuinely grateful! It means I can keep sharing family recipes and kitchen discoveries with you.
FTC Compliance
This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines for affiliate marketing and endorsements. I’m committed to transparency in all my recommendations and partnerships.
Questions About Affiliate Links?
If you have any questions about this disclosure, specific affiliate relationships, or want to know more about a product recommendation, I’m here to help!
Contact me at: info@victoriarecipes.com ou use our Contact page.
Thank you for supporting Victoria Recipes! Your trust means everything to me, and I promise to always be upfront about how this site works and what I recommend.
