Quick Summary
DiskPricing.com earns commissions from affiliate links to Amazon and other retailers. This doesn't cost you anything extra and helps us keep the site free. We only recommend products we believe provide value to our users.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Affiliate links are special URLs that allow us to earn a commission when you make a purchase after clicking through from our website. These links contain tracking codes that identify the traffic as coming from DiskPricing.com.
Important:
Using our affiliate links costs you nothing extra. The price you pay remains exactly the same whether you use our link or go directly to the retailer.
Our Affiliate Partners
Amazon Associates Program
DiskPricing.com is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.au.
Official Statement: "As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases."
Other Retail Partners
We may also participate in affiliate programs with other technology retailers and manufacturers. When we do, we will clearly disclose these relationships.
How Commissions Work
What Earns Commission
- • Products purchased through our affiliate links
- • Additional items added to cart during same session
- • Qualifying purchases within Amazon's cookie window
What Doesn't Earn Commission
- • Gift card purchases
- • Certain restricted product categories
- • Returns and cancelled orders
Our Editorial Independence
Editorial Integrity Promise
Our product recommendations, reviews, and editorial content are independent of our affiliate relationships. We recommend products based on their merit, not commission rates.
How We Maintain Independence
- Product recommendations are based on research, specifications, and user reviews
- We highlight both pros and cons of products
- Commission rates do not influence our recommendations
- We clearly separate advertising content from editorial content
- Our comparison algorithms prioritize user value, not affiliate earnings
How We Use Commission Revenue
Revenue from affiliate commissions helps us maintain and improve DiskPricing.com by funding:
Identifying Affiliate Links
We strive to be transparent about our affiliate relationships. Here's how you can identify affiliate content:
- Product links that direct to Amazon or other retailers are typically affiliate links
- We include disclosure statements on pages containing affiliate links
- Deal pages and product recommendations contain affiliate links
- Direct price comparison tables include affiliate links to retailers
Note: Not all external links are affiliate links. Links to non-commercial resources, documentation, and informational sites are typically regular links.
Your Choice
Using our affiliate links is entirely optional and helps support our free service. You can:
- Use our affiliate links to support DiskPricing.com at no extra cost
- Navigate directly to retailers if you prefer not to use affiliate links
- Use our price comparison data to find the best deals regardless
- Continue accessing all our tools and information for free
Legal Compliance
We comply with all applicable laws and guidelines regarding affiliate marketing, including:
- Australian Consumer Law disclosure requirements
- Amazon Associates Program Operating Agreement
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines for affiliate marketing
- Google Ads policies for affiliate content
Questions About Affiliate Links
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or disclosure practices, please don't hesitate to contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Affiliate Disclosure Question
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this affiliate disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our partnerships or practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Thank You for Your Support
By using our affiliate links, you help us continue providing free price comparison tools and storage advice to the Australian community.