Affiliate Disclosure (US)

Find out how affiliate links on EbikePartsPicker work, why we use them, and what it means for you.

January 2025 10 min read US Legal

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Affiliate Disclosure (US)

Find out how affiliate links on EbikePartsPicker work, why we use them, and what it means for you.

Introduction

EbikePartsPicker participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click an affiliate link and purchase an item, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Our mission is to provide reliable information about e-bike conversion parts and help you find the right components for your needs. Affiliate earnings help cover our operating costs, including website hosting, content creation, and research time. We only recommend products we believe are useful and relevant to your e-bike conversion goals.

This disclosure is provided to comply with U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, which require disclosure of any material connection between an endorser and a company. The FTC wants to ensure consumers know when reviewers or recommenders have financial relationships with the products they promote.

What Counts as a "Material Connection"

A material connection is any form of compensation or incentive that could affect the impartiality of a review or recommendation. This includes any relationship that consumers would want to know about when evaluating our advice.

Examples of Material Connections

The FTC considers these types of compensation as material connections that must be disclosed:

  • Cash commissions from sales made through our links
  • Free products provided for testing or review
  • Discounts on products we purchase for evaluation
  • Store credit or gift cards from retailers
  • Services provided at no cost (like expedited shipping)
  • Any benefit provided by a company that could influence our recommendations

Even small or infrequent compensation must be disclosed. The amount doesn't matter - what matters is that there's a financial relationship that could potentially influence our recommendations.

Our Affiliate Programs

We participate in several affiliate marketing programs to help support our website:

Retail Partners

  • Amazon Associates: We earn commissions on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links
  • Walmart Affiliate Program: Commissions on purchases from Walmart's e-bike and bicycle sections
  • Specialized E-bike Retailers: Partnerships with companies like Grin Technologies, Luna Cycle, and other trusted suppliers
  • General Retailers: REI, Target, and other stores that sell e-bike conversion components

How It Works

When you click an affiliate link on our site and make a purchase, we receive a commission or other compensation from the retailer. This commission comes from the retailer's marketing budget - it does not increase the price you pay for the product.

We aim to place affiliate links only where they are relevant and helpful to your e-bike conversion journey. Our goal is to save you research time by directing you to products we've already evaluated.

How We Disclose Affiliate Links

The FTC requires that disclosures be clear and conspicuous, meaning they must be placed near affiliate links and easily visible and readable. Disclosures should be in plain language that ordinary consumers can understand.

Our Disclosure Methods

Page-Level Disclosures: Every page containing affiliate links displays a clear disclosure statement such as:

  • "We may earn a commission if you buy through links on our site"
  • "This page contains affiliate links - we earn from qualifying purchases"
  • "Affiliate partnerships help support our free content"

Contextual Disclosures: Near specific product recommendations, you'll see indicators like:

  • "Affiliate Link" labels next to product links
  • Clear statements before product lists or recommendations
  • Disclosure text in product comparison tables

Prominent Placement: These disclosures appear at the top of articles and near affiliate content, not buried in fine print or legal pages. We use normal font sizes and contrasting colors to ensure visibility.

Editorial Independence

Our recommendations are based on research, expertise, and user needs - not payment amounts or affiliate commission rates.

How We Maintain Independence

Research-Based Recommendations: We evaluate products based on specifications, user reviews, compatibility with common e-bike conversion needs, and value for money.

Commission-Blind Reviews: We don't know commission rates when writing reviews, and we don't favor products based on potential earnings.

User-First Approach: Our goal is to help you succeed with your e-bike conversion, which means recommending products that actually work well for your specific needs.

Honest Assessments: We include both pros and cons in our reviews, and we'll recommend non-affiliate products when they're the best option for your situation.

Affiliate commissions help support our website and keep our content free, but they don't influence our rankings or the advice we provide. A successful e-bike conversion is more valuable to us than any single commission.

Your Responsibility

While we work hard to provide accurate information, you should always verify details before making purchases:

Before You Buy

  • Check compatibility with your specific bike and local regulations
  • Verify specifications on the retailer's official product page
  • Research retailers to find one you trust with good reviews
  • Read recent reviews from verified purchasers
  • Confirm local laws regarding e-bike power limits and classifications

Important Reminders

  • This site provides general information only and should not be considered professional or legal advice
  • E-bike laws vary by state and local jurisdiction - always check current regulations
  • Product specifications and prices change frequently - verify current details before purchasing
  • Installation of e-bike components may require professional mechanical skills

Try This

Try this: Before buying, compare several products and check your state's e-bike rules. If a link on our site helps you save time finding the right part, it might be an affiliate link - and that's how we keep the lights on while providing free guidance.

Contact Us

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

Email: affiliates@ebikepartspicker.com
Subject Line: Affiliate Program Question

We're happy to clarify any aspect of our affiliate relationships or explain why we recommended a specific product.

Additional Information

For more details about how we handle your data and our site policies:

Transparency Commitment

We believe in complete transparency about our business relationships. This disclosure may change as regulations evolve or as we add new affiliate partnerships. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

Our Promise

  • We will always disclose affiliate relationships clearly and prominently
  • Our recommendations remain based on merit, not commission rates
  • We will continue to prioritize your success with e-bike conversions over our affiliate earnings
  • We will update this page whenever our affiliate relationships change significantly

If you ever notice an undisclosed affiliate relationship or have concerns about our disclosure practices, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue.

Remember: Our affiliate relationships help us provide free content and keep this site running. When you use our affiliate links, you're supporting our mission to help more people discover the benefits of e-bike conversion while getting the same great products at the same prices.

Last updated: January 14, 2025