SmartTechPulse Ethics & Disclosure Policy
Last Updated: 4/1/2025
At SmartTechPulse.com, we value your trust. That’s why we’re committed to providing transparent, honest, and unbiased content — especially when it comes to reviews, recommendations, and affiliate partnerships. This Ethics and Disclosure Policy outlines how we operate and comply with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials.
1. Affiliate Links Disclosure
Some of the links on SmartTechPulse.com are affiliate links. This means if you click on a link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission — at no additional cost to you.
These affiliate relationships help support the content we create, but they do not influence our opinions or product recommendations. We only link to gear, services, or software that can provide value to our readers.
“In short, if we don’t trust it, we don’t link to it — whether it’s a commission or not.”
We’re participants in various programs, such as:
- Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
- [Insert others, e.g., ShareASale, Impact, CJ, etc.]
Each relevant post includes a clear affiliate disclosure, typically located at the top or near the first link, by FTC guidance.
2. Sponsored Content
From time to time, we may feature sponsored content, which will be marked as such. That means a brand may pay us to write about their product or include them in a post. However:
- We maintain complete editorial control
- We do not guarantee positive coverage
- Sponsored posts will always include a visible label (e.g., “This is a sponsored post…”)
Transparency is non-negotiable.
3. Product Reviews & Comparisons
We may receive free products for review; however, obtaining a product does not guarantee that it will be featured or that it will be featured positively.
Our reviews and comparisons are:
- Based on actual use (when possible)
- Supplemented with research and user feedback
- Always our independent opinion
“If it’s not worth your time or money, we’ll say so — or simply not discuss it at all.”
4. AI-Assisted Content, Human Oversight
We utilize AI tools to streamline our content workflows, including outlining, drafting, and optimizing for SEO. Still, every final article is carefully human-edited to ensure clarity, accuracy, and a unique personality.
“AI helps us write faster. Real people ensure it’s worth reading.
5. Accuracy and Corrections
Tech changes fast. We strive to keep our content accurate and up to date. If we find an error (or you point one out), we’ll fix it promptly and transparently. We appreciate your feedback.
6. Your Privacy, Respected
We respect your privacy and data. Any information collected (e.g., through cookies, forms, or newsletters) is handled responsibly and securely. Please review our Privacy Policy for complete details.
7. Contact
If you have questions about our disclosures, partnerships, or anything else related to ethics, you can reach us at:
📧 [your email address]
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