Effective Date: August 10, 2026 Last Updated: August 10, 2026
Slow Life Circle is reader-supported, and transparency matters to us — probably more than it should, honestly, but here we are.
In Plain English
Some links on this Site — particularly in our “Built to Last” gear reviews and product roundups — are affiliate links. That means if you click one and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission, at no additional cost to you. The price you pay stays exactly the same either way.
Our Standard
We only recommend products we’ve genuinely researched, tested, or would use ourselves. Affiliate relationships never determine whether a product gets a positive review — a product earns its recommendation first, and the affiliate link is simply how we monetize that honest recommendation.
Programs We May Participate In
This Site may participate in affiliate programs including, but not limited to:
- Amazon Associates Program (as an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases)
- ShareASale, Skimlinks, or similar affiliate networks
- Direct partnerships with brands mentioned in our gear and product content
Compliance Statement
This disclosure is provided in accordance with:
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials, requiring clear disclosure of material connections between endorsers and marketers
- The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and CAP Code requirements for affiliate marketing disclosure
- General international consumer protection principles requiring transparency around sponsored or commission-based content
Where an individual post contains affiliate links, we additionally include an in-content disclosure near the top of that post, consistent with FTC “clear and conspicuous” disclosure guidance.
What This Doesn’t Affect
- Our editorial opinions, which remain independent of any commission structure
- The price you pay, which is never marked up because of an affiliate relationship
- Non-affiliate content on the Site, which contains no commission-based links
Questions
If you’d like to know whether a specific link on the Site is an affiliate link, or have any questions about this disclosure, contact us.