Affiliate Disclaimer
How we earn revenue and how it affects our editorial content on SmallBizTech.app.
Last Updated: July 17, 2026FTC Disclosure Statement
In accordance with the FTC’s guidelines (16 CFR Part 255), SmallBizTech.app discloses that some links on this website are affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Some of the links on SmallBizTech.app are “affiliate links.” This means that if you click on a link and purchase a product or service, we may receive a commission from the company at no extra cost to you.
Affiliate links are typically used in product reviews, comparison articles, and software recommendation guides — the primary type of content on this site.
💡 You pay exactly the same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the company’s website.
Affiliate Programs We Participate In
SmallBizTech.app is a participant in the following affiliate and partner programs:
| Program | Network / Company | Product Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Associates | Amazon.com | Hardware, business accessories |
| HubSpot Partner Program | HubSpot | CRM & marketing software |
| Zoho Affiliate Program | Zoho Corporation | CRM, invoicing, office tools |
| ShareASale Network | ShareASale | Various SaaS products |
| Impact / CJ Affiliate | Multiple vendors | Booking software, hosting, tools |
This list may be updated as we join new programs. All affiliate relationships are disclosed on relevant content pages.
How Commissions Work
When you click an affiliate link on our site, a unique tracking cookie is placed in your browser. If you complete a purchase within the cookie window (typically 30–90 days depending on the program), we receive a commission from the merchant.
Commission structures vary by program:
- Recurring commissions: We may earn a monthly percentage of subscription fees for SaaS tools.
- One-time bounties: A flat fee paid when a new user signs up for a free trial or paid plan.
- Revenue share: A percentage of the total sale value.
Our Editorial Independence
The existence of affiliate relationships does not influence our editorial opinions, product ratings, or recommendations. Our editorial process is as follows:
- Products are evaluated based on real-world testing, user feedback, and technical analysis.
- We publish negative reviews when warranted, even for products that offer high commissions.
- We never accept payment in exchange for a positive review or ranking.
- Our top recommendations are based purely on value-for-money, feature set, and ease of use for small businesses.
🛡️ Our readers’ trust is more valuable to us than any commission. We only recommend products we believe genuinely help small businesses.
Sponsored Content Policy
Occasionally, SmallBizTech.app may publish sponsored content or reviews in partnership with software companies. When this occurs:
- The post will be clearly labeled with a “Sponsored” or “Paid Partnership” badge at the top.
- Our opinion within sponsored content remains our own and is never dictated by the sponsor.
- We retain the right to decline sponsorships from products we would not personally recommend.
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