Affiliate Disclosure.

1. What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special tracking links that allow companies to identify when a sale comes from our website. When you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission from the company.

Important: Using affiliate links does not cost you anything extra. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our link or go directly to the company's website.

2. Our Affiliate Partners

Amazon Associates Program

Habit Nova 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.

This means that when you click on certain links to Amazon products on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. Products we link to on Amazon include:

• Books on habit formation and psychology
• Journals and planners for habit tracking
• Productivity tools and accessories
• Wellness and mindfulness products
• Organizational and time management tools

Other Affiliate Programs

We also participate in affiliate programs with:

• Course Platforms: Udemy, Coursera, MasterClass
• Productivity Tools: Notion, Todoist, Evernote
• Wellness Apps: Headspace, Calm, Insight Timer
• Book Retailers: Barnes & Noble, Book Depository
• Software Services: Various productivity and habit tracking apps
• Physical Products: Journals, planners, and wellness products

3. Our Recommendation Policy

Genuine Recommendations Only

We maintain strict standards for our recommendations:

• Personal Use: We only recommend products we've personally used or thoroughly researched
• Value-First: We consider whether the product genuinely helps with habit formation
• Quality Standards: We evaluate products based on effectiveness, user reviews, and scientific backing
• Honest Reviews: We share both positive and negative aspects of products

Editorial Independence

Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content:

• We write honest reviews and opinions
• Affiliate commissions do not affect our recommendations
• We clearly mark sponsored content when applicable
• Our primary goal is helping readers, not earning commissions

4. How We Use Affiliate Income

Revenue from affiliate partnerships helps us:

• Create Free Content: Fund research and writing of blog articles
• Maintain the Website: Cover hosting, security, and technical costs
• Develop Resources: Create free habit trackers, guides, and tools
• Invest in Quality: Purchase products for testing and review
• Grow Our Team: Bring in experts to create better content

5. Identifying Affiliate Links

Clear Disclosure

We clearly identify affiliate content through:

• Disclosure Statements: Written notices near affiliate links
• Visual Indicators: Special styling or icons for affiliate links
• Article Disclaimers: Notices at the beginning or end of posts
• Product Reviews: Clear statements in review articles

Common Disclosure Language

You may see these phrases indicating affiliate relationships:

• "This post contains affiliate links"
• "We may earn a commission from purchases made through these links"
• "As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases"
• "Affiliate link" or "Sponsored link"

6. Your Rights as a Reader

No Obligation

• You are never obligated to purchase through our links
• You can find products independently if you prefer
• Our content provides value regardless of purchases

Price Transparency

• Affiliate links do not increase your costs
• You'll see the same prices as direct customers
• Sale prices and discounts still apply

7. Product Testing and Reviews

Our Review Process

When reviewing products, we:

• Test Personally: Use products for sufficient time to form opinions
• Research Thoroughly: Study product specifications and user feedback
• Compare Options: Evaluate alternatives and competitive products
• Consider Value: Assess cost-effectiveness and practical benefits
• Share Honestly: Report both strengths and weaknesses

Review Standards

• We never guarantee specific results from any product
• Individual experiences may vary
• We encourage reading multiple reviews before purchasing
• Return policies and guarantees are set by the manufacturer

8. FTC Compliance

We comply with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines regarding affiliate marketing:

• Material Connection: We disclose all affiliate relationships
• Clear Disclosure: Affiliations are mentioned prominently
• Honest Opinions: Our recommendations reflect genuine beliefs
• Consumer Protection: We prioritize reader interests

9. International Considerations

For international readers:

• Affiliate programs may vary by country
• Some links may not work outside the US
• Local alternatives may be available
• Currency and shipping costs may differ

10. Contact Us About Affiliates

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships:

• Email: affiliates@habitnova.com
• General Contact: habitnova.com/contact
• Feedback: We welcome your thoughts on our recommendations

11. Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this disclosure to reflect:

• New affiliate partnerships
• Changes in FTC guidelines
• Updates to our policies

Significant changes will be noted with an updated "Last modified" date.