1. Overview
This disclosure explains how Empathy Tech Solutions LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") may earn money from links and recommendations on our websites. We believe in full transparency, and we want you to understand our business relationships before you click any link.
Plain English Summary: Some links on our websites earn us a small commission if you make a purchase. This never costs you extra. We only recommend products we believe may be helpful to you.
2. What Are Affiliate Links?
An affiliate link is a special link that tracks when you click through and make a purchase. If you buy something after clicking one of these links, the retailer pays us a small commission as a thank-you for the referral. This is a common practice across the internet.
Important: You pay the same price whether you use our link or go directly to the retailer. Affiliate commissions come from the retailer's marketing budget, not from your pocket.
3. Amazon Associates Program
Amazon Associates Disclosure: Empathy Tech Solutions LLC 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.
When you see product recommendations with links to Amazon, these are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon, the Amazon logo, and all related marks are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
4. Other Affiliate Relationships
In addition to Amazon, we may participate in other affiliate programs from time to time. These may include:
- Other online retailers
- Software and app providers
- Service providers relevant to our content
Whenever we add new affiliate relationships, we will update this disclosure. All affiliate links on our sites will be clearly identified, either through inline disclosure text near the link or through this general disclosure page.
5. Advertising
Our websites may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks. These ads help us keep our content free for everyone. Advertisements are clearly distinguishable from our editorial content.
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our websites or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting your browser's privacy settings or the advertising network's opt-out page.
6. Our Editorial Standards
We take our responsibility to you seriously. Our editorial standards are:
- Honesty First: Affiliate relationships never influence whether we recommend something. We recommend products we believe may genuinely help our readers.
- No Pressure: We never pressure you to buy anything. Our content is valuable whether you purchase anything or not.
- Transparency: We identify affiliate links clearly. You always know when a link may earn us a commission.
- Independence: We do not accept payment to recommend specific products. All recommendations are made at our sole discretion.
⚠️ No Guarantees: Product recommendations are suggestions only. We cannot guarantee that any product will meet your specific needs or expectations. Always do your own research before making purchase decisions.
7. Websites Covered by This Disclosure
This affiliate disclosure applies to all websites operated under the Empathy Value brand, including but not limited to:
- Ten Minute AI
- What to Say in a Sympathy Card
- What to Say in a Wedding Card
- What to Say in a Birthday Card
- What to Say in a Baby Shower Card
- What to Say in a Get Well Card
- Brain Age Calculator
- Break Even Age Calculator
- The Good Life Clock
Additional websites may be added to this list as our portfolio grows.
8. FTC Compliance
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials. The FTC requires that material connections between advertisers and endorsers be clearly disclosed.
We are committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding advertising disclosures, including the FTC's Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (16 CFR Part 255).
9. Questions About This Disclosure
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us:
Empathy Tech Solutions LLC
2108 N ST #13070
Sacramento, CA 95816, USA
Email: [email protected]
Website: empathytechsolutions.com
10. Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our affiliate relationships or applicable regulations. Changes will be posted with an updated Effective Date. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically.