Affiliate Disclosure
In compliance with FTC guidelines — last updated May 1, 2026
Transparency is a core value at DeskSetupPicks. This page explains exactly how we make money and how that does — and doesn't — affect our recommendations.
1. What Are Affiliate Links?
Some of the links on DeskSetupPicks.com are "affiliate links." This means that if you click on a link and subsequently make a purchase, we may receive a small commission from the retailer — at absolutely no additional cost to you. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our link or navigate to the retailer directly.
2. How We Make Money
DeskSetupPicks generates revenue through two primary channels:
- Amazon Associates: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. When you purchase through our Amazon links, we earn a commission (typically 1–8% depending on category) from qualifying purchases.
- Display Advertising: We display contextual ads through Google AdSense. These are served automatically based on page content and do not represent editorial endorsements.
3. Does This Affect Our Reviews?
No.Our editorial process is completely independent of our affiliate relationships. Here's what that means in practice:
- We test and evaluate products before we consider affiliate availability
- No brand can pay to improve their ranking or receive a more favorable review
- We link to products on Amazon because it offers the widest availability, competitive pricing, and easy returns — not because the commissions are higher
- If a product fails our testing, we say so clearly regardless of affiliate relationships
We only recommend products we genuinely believe represent good value. If we wouldn't buy it ourselves, we won't tell you to.
4. Amazon Associates Disclosure
DeskSetupPicks.com 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. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
5. FTC Compliance
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's Endorsement Guides (16 C.F.R. Part 255), we disclose our material connections to any product or service we mention. This disclosure appears at the top of each review page and is summarized on this dedicated page. We are committed to full transparency with our readers.
6. Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how this affects our content, please reach out: