💰 Affiliate Disclosure

📢 FTC Compliance Notice

This website contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission when you make purchases through these links, at no additional cost to you. This disclosure is in accordance with FTC guidelines.

🤝 What Are Affiliate Links?

skulls.co participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission from the merchant. These are called "affiliate links."

Important: You will never pay more because of our affiliate relationships. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the merchant's website.

🏪 Our Affiliate Partners

We maintain affiliate relationships with the following platforms and networks:

🛒 E-commerce Platforms

  • eBay Partner Network
  • Amazon Associates
  • Etsy Affiliate Program
  • Other merchant partners

🔗 Affiliate Networks

  • Commission Junction
  • ShareASale
  • ClickBank
  • Direct merchant programs

💡 How We Choose Products

Our product recommendations are based on:

  • Quality Assessment: We research and evaluate products for quality and authenticity
  • Community Fit: Products must align with gothic and alternative aesthetics
  • Seller Reputation: We prioritize reputable sellers with good feedback
  • Value for Money: We consider pricing and value proposition
  • Personal Experience: When possible, we base recommendations on personal use

Important: While we may earn commissions, our recommendations are never influenced solely by commission rates. We prioritize providing value to our community.

🎯 Our Editorial Policy

Independence

Our editorial content is created independently of our affiliate relationships. We maintain editorial independence and will never compromise our integrity for affiliate commissions.

Transparency

We clearly identify affiliate links and sponsored content. Look for disclosures like "affiliate link," "sponsored," or "ad" near relevant content.

Honest Reviews

When we review products, we provide honest opinions based on research and, when possible, personal experience. We disclose both positive and negative aspects.

📊 Commission Structure

Commission rates vary by merchant and product category. Typical ranges include:

  • eBay: 1-4% of sale value (varies by category)
  • Amazon: 1-10% depending on product category
  • Direct Merchants: 5-15% varies by agreement
  • Digital Products: Up to 50% for some digital items

Note: Commission rates are subject to change by affiliate partners and may vary from the ranges listed above.

🔒 Your Privacy

When you click on affiliate links, the merchant may track your visit using cookies or other tracking technologies. This helps them attribute any purchases to our referral.

What we collect: We may receive basic information about successful referrals, such as the fact that a purchase was made and the commission amount. We do not receive your personal information, payment details, or specific purchase information.

For more information about how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy.

⚖️ Legal Compliance

FTC Guidelines

This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on affiliate marketing and endorsements. We are committed to transparency in all our affiliate relationships.

International Compliance

We also comply with international regulations including the UK's ASA guidelines and EU consumer protection laws regarding affiliate marketing disclosures.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pay more when using affiliate links?

No, absolutely not. You pay the exact same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the merchant's website.

How do you choose which products to promote?

We select products based on quality, relevance to our audience, and value. Commission rates are not the primary factor in our selection process.

Can I trust your product recommendations?

Yes. While we may earn commissions, our recommendations are based on research and our commitment to providing value to our community. We maintain editorial independence.

📞 Contact Us

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us:

📧 Contact Us About Affiliates

Use our contact form for affiliate-related questions

📅 Updates to This Disclosure

This affiliate disclosure was last updated on November 20, 2025. We may update this disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our affiliate relationships or legal requirements. Please check this page periodically for updates.

Thank you for supporting skulls.co through our affiliate links. Your support helps us continue to provide quality content and product recommendations to the gothic and alternative community.

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