Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: January 2024

What is an affiliate link?

An affiliate link is a special tracked URL that lets a retailer (such as Amazon) know that a visitor came from this website. If you click an affiliate link and then make a purchase — whether it's the linked product or something else — I may receive a small commission from that sale.

This commission comes from the retailer's side. It does not add any cost to your purchase. You pay exactly what you would have paid if you had gone directly to the retailer's website.

Which links are affiliate links?

Affiliate links appear primarily on the Resources page and within certain blog posts where products are recommended. These links are typically identified by:

• A note at the top of the page or article (e.g. "This post contains affiliate links")
• Labels such as "↗" indicating an external commercial link
• A general disclosure notice in the footer or near relevant content

When in doubt, assume that any product recommendation link on this site may be an affiliate link.

How products are chosen

Every product recommended on Calm Without Screens is chosen because I genuinely believe it supports calmer evenings, less screen time, or a better offline lifestyle — not because of the commission it might generate.

My selection criteria:

• The product is something I have personally used or researched carefully
• It serves a clear, honest purpose related to the site's niche
• I would recommend it even if there were no affiliate programme attached
• I do not accept payment to feature products — recommendations are always editorially independent

If I stop believing a product is worth recommending, I will remove it regardless of commission impact.

Affiliate programmes

Calm Without Screens may participate in the following affiliate programmes, among others:

• Amazon Associates — As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
• Other retailer or brand-specific affiliate programmes relevant to wellness and lifestyle products.

Why affiliate links are used

This website is run independently, without corporate backing or advertising revenue. Affiliate commissions help cover the cost of hosting, writing, and maintaining the site — and allow the content to remain free for everyone.

Using an affiliate link is one of the easiest ways to support this site if you find the content useful. Thank you.

Your trust comes first

This disclosure exists because transparency matters. If you ever have a question about whether a recommendation is affiliated or unaffiliated, feel free to contact us and ask directly. I will always answer honestly.

FTC compliance

This disclosure is made in accordance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials in advertising (16 CFR Part 255), as well as similar regulations in the EU and UK. Affiliate relationships are disclosed clearly and prominently throughout the site — not hidden in the footer alone.