Save Nebraska Local LLC • Official Affiliate Program • Refer Local, Earn Recurring Revenue
FTC Compliance & Best Practices

How to Disclose Your Affiliate Relationship

Affiliates are legally and ethically required to clearly and conspicuously disclose when they may receive financial compensation or bonuses for recommending a business.

The 4 Key Principles of Clear Disclosure

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, disclosures must meet the following criteria so consumers can make informed choices:

1. Clear

Use plain language. Avoid vague jargon like "collab" or obscure acronyms. State straightforwardly that you earn compensation.

2. Easy to Notice

Do not bury disclosures in fine print, hidden tooltips, low-contrast text, or behind long "Read More" expandable blocks.

3. Easy to Understand

A regular local business owner should instantly understand that you receive a commission if they sign up.

4. Near the Recommendation

Place the disclosure in close proximity to the recommendation or affiliate link before the reader takes action.

Ready-to-Use Disclosure Examples

Feel free to use or adapt these tested disclosure statements for your content and communications:

Short Social Media or Chat DisclosureIdeal for Facebook posts, Instagram captions, or quick message chats with owners.
"I may earn a commission if you purchase through my link."
Community & Network IntroductionGreat for introducing our programs in a local business group or networking thread.
"I'm a Save Nebraska Local Affiliate and may receive compensation for referrals."
Website or Blog Post DisclosurePlace near the top of an article, review, or recommendation page before your link.
"Disclosure: I am an independent Save Nebraska Local LLC affiliate. If you sign up for their business plans using my link, I may earn a recurring commission at no extra cost to you."
Email Newsletter DisclosurePlace either right beside the recommendation or in the footer note of the email.
"Note: Some links in this email are affiliate links for Save Nebraska Local LLC. I only recommend tools and community programs I trust, and I may receive compensation if you decide to join."
Educational Guidance Disclaimer

This page is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and does not constitute individualized legal advice. Affiliates are independently responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FTC endorsement guides and commercial communication rules.

For full terms, please review our Affiliate Program Agreement and Affiliate Marketing Guidelines.