Plain English summary: Some links on SAJ Media are affiliate links. If you click one and buy something, we earn a small commission — at zero extra cost to you. This helps keep SAJ Media free. We only recommend products we genuinely believe in.
FTC Disclosure Compliance
SAJ Media is a participant in affiliate marketing programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by linking to products and services. In accordance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, we are disclosing our affiliate relationships on this page and throughout the site.
Affiliate Programs We Participate In
- Amazon Associates: SAJ Media is a participant 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 stores.
- Other Programs: We may also participate in affiliate programs for camera manufacturers, software companies, creative tools, and other products relevant to our audience. These will be disclosed where applicable.
How Affiliate Links Work
When you click an affiliate link on SAJ Media and make a qualifying purchase:
- We receive a small commission from the retailer
- The price you pay is not affected — you pay the same price as if you went directly to the retailer
- Your purchase directly supports SAJ Media and helps us continue producing free content
How Affiliate Relationships Affect Our Content
Our editorial integrity is non-negotiable. Our affiliate relationships do not:
- Influence which products we choose to review
- Affect our ratings, recommendations, or opinions
- Cause us to omit negatives or inflate positives in reviews
We only recommend products that we genuinely believe offer value to our readers. If we think a product is poor value, we say so — regardless of whether it earns us a commission.
Identifying Affiliate Links
Affiliate links on SAJ Media are typically identified by:
- A note at the beginning of articles containing affiliate links (e.g., "This article contains affiliate links")
- Buttons or links labelled "Check Price on Amazon" or similar
- Product comparison tables with retailer links
We are committed to clear and prominent disclosure in every article where affiliate links appear.
Advertising
In addition to affiliate links, SAJ Media displays advertising through Google AdSense and may work with direct advertisers. Sponsored or paid content is always clearly labelled as "Sponsored", "Advertisement", or "Paid Partnership". Advertising does not influence our editorial content.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we fund this publication, please contact us at [email protected]. Transparency is important to us and we are happy to discuss.