Affiliate Disclosure
Effective Date: December 25, 2025
Introduction
FurryGuides ("we," "us," or "our") believes in transparency regarding our business relationships and how we may earn revenue from our content.
Affiliate Relationships
FurryGuides may participate in affiliate programs and maintain affiliate relationships with various companies and services. This means:
- We may earn a commission when you click on certain links
- We may receive compensation for purchases made through our links
- These relationships help support our content creation
- You are never charged extra for using our affiliate links
Our Commitment to You
Honest Recommendations
- We only recommend products and services we believe are valuable
- Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content
- We provide honest, unbiased reviews and recommendations
- We will never compromise our integrity for financial gain
Clear Identification
- Affiliate links and sponsored content are clearly marked
- We use disclosure statements like "Affiliate Link" or "Ad"
- Sponsored content is explicitly labeled as such
- We distinguish between editorial content and advertisements
Types of Affiliate Relationships
Current and Potential Partners
We may maintain affiliate relationships with:
- Art supply retailers and craft stores
- Fursuit supply and accessory vendors
- Convention booking platforms and travel services
- Digital tools and software services
- Educational resources and courses
- Photography and technical equipment
Directory Listings
Our creator directory operates differently:
- Directory listings are not paid placements
- We curate listings based on community value
- We may develop affiliate relationships with some creators
- Any such relationships will be clearly disclosed
Revenue and Sustainability
Affiliate commissions and advertising help us:
- Keep our content free for everyone
- Fund website development and maintenance
- Compensate our content creators and contributors
- Expand our guides and tools
Your Choices
Using Affiliate Links
- Using our affiliate links is completely optional
- You can always visit retailers directly
- Prices are the same whether you use our links or not
- You help support our work when you use our links
Ad Blockers
We respect your choice to use ad blockers. While advertising helps support our site, we believe in your right to control your browsing experience.
FTC Compliance
We comply with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines regarding affiliate marketing and endorsements:
- Material connections are disclosed clearly and conspicuously
- Disclosures appear near relevant links and content
- We use plain language that users can easily understand
- Disclosures are updated as relationships change
International Considerations
Our global audience may be subject to different regulations:
- We strive to comply with applicable international laws
- Regional affiliate programs may vary
- Currency and availability of products may differ by location
- Local regulations regarding disclosures may apply
Questions About Specific Content
If you have questions about whether specific content includes affiliate links or sponsorships:
- Look for our disclosure statements on each page
- Contact us directly for clarification
- Check our recent updates on this disclosure page
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this disclosure as our affiliate relationships change. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
Contact Us
Questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure? Please contact us through the methods available on our website.
Thank you for supporting FurryGuides! Your trust is important to us, and we're committed to maintaining transparency about how we operate.