Affiliate Disclosure
Transparency about our partnerships and how we earn revenue
Last updated: December 2024
Important Disclosure
This website contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission when you click on or make purchases through these links, at no additional cost to you. This helps us keep our content free and continue providing valuable World Cup information.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Affiliate links are special URLs that allow us to earn a small commission when you make a purchase through our recommendations. These links help us identify that you came from our website, and we receive a percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.
Our Affiliate Partners
We partner with trusted companies that we believe provide value to our readers. Our current affiliate partners include:
- Booking.com - Hotel and accommodation bookings
- Amazon - Travel gear, books, and merchandise
- World Nomads - Travel insurance
- Allianz Travel - Travel insurance
- Travel Guard - Travel insurance
- Shopify/Printful - Merchandise sales
How We Use Affiliate Links
We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe will benefit our readers. Our affiliate links are used in the following ways:
- Hotel recommendations in our city guides
- Travel insurance suggestions in our travel guides
- Product recommendations in our packing lists
- Merchandise links in our shop section
- Travel gear and accessories we recommend
Our Commitment to Transparency
We believe in complete transparency with our readers. Here's how we maintain trust:
- We clearly disclose when links are affiliate links
- We only recommend products we would use ourselves
- We provide honest reviews and recommendations
- We never let affiliate relationships influence our content
- We always prioritize our readers' best interests
How Affiliate Revenue Supports Our Mission
The revenue we earn through affiliate partnerships helps us:
- Keep our content free and accessible to all fans
- Maintain and improve our website
- Create high-quality, comprehensive guides
- Conduct research and fact-checking
- Pay for hosting, tools, and other operational costs
- Compensate our writers and contributors
Other Revenue Sources
In addition to affiliate partnerships, we may also generate revenue through:
- Display Advertising - Google AdSense and other ad networks
- Sponsored Content - Paid partnerships with brands (always disclosed)
- Digital Products - Premium guides and courses
- Merchandise Sales - World Cup-themed products
- Consulting Services - Travel planning assistance
Your Privacy and Affiliate Links
When you click on affiliate links, the following information may be shared with our partners:
- That you came from our website
- Your IP address and basic browsing information
- Information about the products you're interested in
We do not share your personal information (name, email, etc.) with our affiliate partners unless you explicitly provide it to them during the purchase process.
FTC Compliance
We comply with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on affiliate marketing. This means we clearly disclose our affiliate relationships and never mislead our readers about the nature of our recommendations.
Questions About Affiliate Links?
If you have any questions about our affiliate partnerships or how we use affiliate links, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're committed to being completely transparent about our business practices.
Contact Information
Email: affiliates@worldcupfanguide.com
Website: worldcupfanguide.com
Subject: Affiliate Disclosure Questions
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this affiliate disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our partnerships or business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting an updated version on this page.
Thank You for Your Support
By using our affiliate links, you're helping us continue to provide free, high-quality World Cup content to fans around the world. Your support allows us to keep our guides comprehensive and up-to-date.
This Affiliate Disclosure is effective as of the date listed above and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.