Our Commitment to Transparency
Valentine’s Pick is dedicated to helping people navigate dating and relationships with confidence and authenticity. To support this mission and maintain the quality of our content, we participate in affiliate marketing programs. This page discloses how we earn compensation and how it may relate to the recommendations we provide.
What Are Affiliate Links?
When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase through a partner’s website, we may earn a commission. This means if you buy a product or service after clicking one of our affiliate links, we receive a small percentage of the sale at no additional cost to you.
Important: You never pay more for products or services when you use our affiliate links. In fact, some of our partners offer exclusive discounts or promotions for our readers that you wouldn’t receive elsewhere.
Our Affiliate Relationships
We maintain affiliate relationships with the following programs and merchants (this list is updated regularly):
- Amazon Associates Program – We earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through Amazon links on our site.
- Dating and relationship coaching platforms
- Online dating services and apps
- Books, courses, and educational resources about relationships and personal development
- Wellness, health, and fitness products relevant to dating and relationship wellness
- Technology and software tools that enhance dating experiences
We are 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.
How We Choose What to Recommend
Our editorial integrity is paramount. Here’s how our affiliate relationships work:
- We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe will help our audience. We personally test or thoroughly research items before recommending them.
- We don’t let affiliate commissions influence our opinions. Our recommendations are based on quality, value, and relevance to our readers, not commission rates.
- We’re transparent about our relationships. Any content that contains affiliate links will include a clear disclosure.
- We maintain independence. Compensation does not influence which products we feature, review, or recommend, nor does it affect the integrity or conclusions of our content.
Where You’ll See These Disclosures
In addition to this page, you’ll find affiliate disclosures:
- At the top of relevant articles and pages containing affiliate links
- Near or alongside affiliate links in our content
- In our website footer as a general notice
These placement decisions ensure you see the disclosure before deciding whether to click on a link.
Your Responsibility
While we strive to provide accurate, helpful information, ultimately, it is your responsibility to conduct your own research and due diligence before making any purchase or decision based on our recommendations. We cannot be held liable for any damages or outcomes resulting from purchases made through our affiliate links or recommendations.
Always review product reviews, return policies, and terms of service directly with merchants to ensure the product or service meets your needs.
No Impact on Your Pricing
Using our affiliate links costs you nothing extra. You’ll pay the same price whether you click through our link or go directly to the merchant’s website. By using our links, you support our work at no cost to yourself.
Data Privacy & GDPR/CCPA Compliance
As a website serving readers in Europe (particularly the EU) and potentially the United States, we comply with:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) – Protecting the personal data of EU residents
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) – Protecting California residents’ privacy rights
We do not sell your personal data. Our use of affiliate links does not involve sharing your personal information with affiliate partners beyond what is necessary for transaction processing. For full details about how we handle your data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Earnings Disclosure
We’re transparent about how affiliate marketing supports our operations. Commission rates vary by program and merchant, typically ranging from 2% to 10% of sales, though some programs offer flat fees. These earnings help us:
- Maintain and update our website.
- Create high-quality, original content.
- Offer free advice and resources to our readers.
- Invest in tools and research for better recommendations.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about our affiliate disclosures, relationships, or recommendations, please get in touch with us at our Contact Us page with “AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE” in the subject line.