Affiliate Disclosure
Effective Date: August 11, 2025 | Last Updated: August 11, 2025
🛡️ Our Commitment to Transparency
At KaanaKidz, we believe in complete transparency about how we earn revenue. This page explains our affiliate relationships and how they may affect the content you see on our website.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Affiliate links are special URLs that track when someone clicks from our website to a retailer's website and makes a purchase. When you buy something through these links, we receive a small commission from the retailer at no additional cost to you.
Think of it as a "thank you" payment from retailers for referring customers to them. This commission helps us:
- Keep our website free to use
- Research and test new products
- Create detailed reviews and guides
- Maintain and improve our website
Our Affiliate Partners
Current Affiliate Programs Include:
- Amazon Associates - Multiple international Amazon stores
- Target Affiliate Program - Children's products and toys
- Walmart Affiliate Program - Family essentials and toys
- Educational Toy Retailers - Specialized learning product stores
- Safety Product Companies - Child safety and baby gear brands
Note: We may add or remove affiliate partnerships as we find retailers that better serve our audience's needs.
How We Use Affiliate Links
When You'll See Affiliate Links
- In product reviews and recommendations
- Within buying guides and comparison articles
- In our "Best Products" lists
- Within gift guides and seasonal recommendations
- In product comparison tables
How We Identify Affiliate Links
We clearly identify affiliate content in the following ways:
- Disclosure statements at the top of articles containing affiliate links
- Clear labeling of affiliate links where appropriate
- This comprehensive disclosure page
- Footer disclaimers on all pages
Our Editorial Standards
🎯 Independence & Integrity
Our affiliate relationships do NOT influence our product recommendations. We maintain strict editorial independence and only recommend products we genuinely believe are valuable for families.
How We Choose Products to Recommend
- Safety First: All products meet or exceed safety standards
- Age Appropriateness: Products are suitable for their intended age groups
- Educational Value: We prioritize products that support child development
- Quality Construction: Products are well-made and durable
- Parent Feedback: We consider real parent reviews and experiences
- Value for Money: Products offer fair value for their price point
What We DON'T Do
- Recommend products solely because they have higher commission rates
- Write positive reviews for products we don't believe in
- Hide negative aspects of products we recommend
- Allow advertisers to influence our editorial content
- Promote products that don't meet safety standards
Commission Structure
How Commissions Work
Commission rates vary by retailer and product category, typically ranging from 1% to 10% of the purchase price. Here's what you should know:
- No Extra Cost: You pay the same price whether you use our links or not
- Same Deals: You get the same discounts, promotions, and customer service
- Variable Rates: Commission rates vary by product and retailer
- Time Sensitive: Commissions are only earned if you purchase within a specific timeframe (usually 24 hours)
Higher vs. Lower Commission Products
While some products may offer higher commissions than others, this does NOT influence our recommendations. We may recommend a lower-commission product if we believe it's better for your family.
Your Rights and Choices
You Can Always Choose
- Use our affiliate links to support our website (no extra cost to you)
- Navigate directly to retailers' websites if you prefer
- Shop elsewhere entirely - we provide product names and details
- Contact us with questions about any product or recommendation
Price Comparison Encouraged
We encourage you to compare prices across different retailers. While we may link to one retailer, the same product might be available elsewhere at a better price or with better shipping terms.
Additional Revenue Sources
Besides affiliate commissions, KaanaKidz may earn revenue through:
- Display Advertising: Banner ads and sponsored content (clearly labeled)
- Product Sponsorships: Compensation for reviewing specific products (always disclosed)
- Email Newsletter: Sponsored content in our newsletters (clearly labeled)
All sponsored content is clearly labeled and maintains our editorial standards.
FTC Compliance
This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines regarding affiliate marketing and endorsements. We are committed to:
- Clear and conspicuous disclosure of affiliate relationships
- Honest and unbiased product recommendations
- Transparent communication about how we earn revenue
- Compliance with all applicable advertising laws and regulations
Our Promise to You
We only recommend products we would use for our own families.
Your trust is more valuable to us than any commission. If you ever have questions about our recommendations or feel we haven't lived up to these standards, please contact us immediately.
Questions About This Disclosure
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, commission structure, or editorial policies, please don't hesitate to contact us:
- Email: disclosure@kaanakidz.com
- General Contact: hello@kaanakidz.com
- Website: kaanakidz.com/contact
We're committed to transparency and will answer any questions about how we operate our website and make our recommendations.
Last Updated
This disclosure was last updated on August 11, 2025. We may update this page as we add new affiliate partnerships or change our policies. Check back periodically for updates.