Affiliate and Advertising Policy
This Affiliate and Advertising Policy explains how Tannery Talk funds its leather care and leather goods maintenance content, including the use of affiliate links and advertising. Our aim is to be clear about when and how we may receive compensation so you understand what supports the operation of our website.
1. Purpose of This Policy
Tannery Talk is committed to transparency with our readers and partners. This policy describes the ways we use affiliate links and display advertising, and how those practices may affect what you see when you explore our guides, product roundups, and care tutorials for leather goods.
2. Affiliate Links Disclosure
What are affiliate links?
From time to time, Tannery Talk includes unique tracking links within product recommendations and articles. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase or complete an action on the partner’s site, we may receive a commission or other compensation. This does not change your price or the offer you receive.
How we use affiliate links
Our leather care picks and maintenance guidance are based on research, testing where feasible, and editorial judgment. Compensation does not determine our opinions or the products we feature. We recommend cleaners, conditioners, protectants, tools, and accessories only when we believe they can benefit our audience.
Your choice
You are never required to use our links. You can locate the same items directly from retailers if you prefer not to use affiliate links.
Affiliate programs
Tannery Talk is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. We may also participate in other affiliate programs now or in the future.
3. Advertising Disclosure
Third-party ads
Tannery Talk may display ads provided by third-party advertising partners or networks. These ads can be contextually targeted or interest-based and may rely on cookies, pixels, device identifiers, or similar technologies.
How advertising works
Advertisements are typically identified with labels such as “Ad,” “Advertisement,” or “Sponsored.” Advertising partners may use data about your visits to this and other websites to show ads they believe are more relevant to you.
Your choices regarding advertising
You can manage cookies in your browser or device settings. To opt out of interest-based advertising from many participating companies, you can visit https://optout.networkadvertising.org/ or https://www.aboutads.info/choices. Keep in mind that opting out does not remove ads; it generally makes them less personalized.
4. Sponsored Content & Paid Reviews
On occasion, Tannery Talk may publish sponsored articles, paid partnerships, or content that includes products or services provided at no cost for evaluation. We disclose such relationships clearly and conspicuously.
When content is sponsored or otherwise compensated, it will be marked at the beginning with labels such as “Sponsored,” “Paid Partnership,” “In partnership with,” or similar wording so you can identify it easily.
Regardless of sponsorship, our views are our own. We provide honest feedback about leather care products and services, including limitations or drawbacks where applicable.
5. No Professional Advice
The guidance on Tannery Talk, including cleaning methods, conditioners, protectants, and repair suggestions, is for general informational and educational purposes. It is not a substitute for advice from a qualified leather care professional, cobbler, or restoration specialist. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific item, test products on an inconspicuous area first, and seek professional help for delicate, antique, or high-value goods.
6. Your Acknowledgement
By using Tannery Talk, you acknowledge and agree that:
- Tannery Talk may receive compensation through affiliate links, sponsored content, and advertising displayed on the site.
- We and our third-party partners may use cookies and similar technologies as described in this policy and in our Privacy Policy to deliver, measure, and improve content and ads.
- You will not hold Tannery Talk responsible for your purchasing decisions or for outcomes arising from interactions with third-party sites, services, or advertisements.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Affiliate and Advertising Policy from time to time. Any updates will appear on this page. Your continued use of Tannery Talk after changes are posted signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please reach out through our contact page: https://tannerytalk.com/contact-us/.