BirdResource.com is an independently owned, for-profit publication. Maintaining and growing a website requires time, research, technology, hosting, equipment, and other resources.
To help support the continued operation of Bird Resource and keep our articles freely available to readers, we may earn revenue through affiliate relationships, display advertising, sponsored content, partnerships, and other commercial arrangements.
This page explains those relationships and how they may affect the content you see on BirdResource.com. Readers who want more context about the publication behind these policies can visit the Bird Resource's About Us page.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some pages and articles on BirdResource.com may contain affiliate links.
An affiliate link is a specially tracked link to another website or retailer. If you click one of these links and make an eligible purchase, Bird Resource may receive a commission or other compensation.
In most cases, this does not increase the price you pay for the product.
Affiliate revenue helps support the operation and continued development of BirdResource.com.
Amazon Associates Disclosure
Bird Resource may participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for websites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and affiliated websites where applicable.
As an Amazon Associate, Bird Resource earns from qualifying purchases.
When you follow an Amazon affiliate link from BirdResource.com and make a qualifying purchase, we may receive a commission.
The price you pay is not increased simply because you used our affiliate link.
Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
Other Affiliate Programs
Bird Resource may participate in affiliate programs other than Amazon Associates.
These relationships may involve manufacturers, retailers, online marketplaces, birding companies, outdoor companies, or other businesses offering products and services relevant to our readers.
This means Bird Resource could receive compensation when a reader follows an eligible link and completes a purchase or another qualifying action.
Affiliate programs and participating companies may change over time.
Rather than attempting to maintain an exhaustive list of every company with which Bird Resource may have an affiliate relationship, readers should assume that links associated with products or commercial recommendations may be affiliate links unless otherwise stated.
When additional disclosure is appropriate or required, it may also appear directly within the relevant article or page.
What Affiliate Relationships Mean for Our Readers
Affiliate marketing allows Bird Resource to earn revenue while readers continue accessing our informational content without paying a subscription fee.
You are never required to purchase a product through one of our affiliate links.
You’re free to visit a retailer directly, purchase from another retailer, choose a different product, or purchase nothing at all.
Our goal is to make product information useful regardless of whether a reader ultimately makes a purchase.
Our Approach to Product Recommendations
Bird Resource may publish product reviews, buying guides, comparisons, recommendations, and informational articles that mention commercial products.
Depending on the article, we may consider factors such as product specifications, features, intended use, materials, construction, price, manufacturer information, available documentation, consumer experiences, competing products, and other information relevant to the recommendation. The site also outlines the standards behind our research for developing accurate and useful published information.
Some products may be personally purchased, owned, used, or tested.
Other products may be evaluated through research without firsthand physical testing.
We believe that distinction matters.
Bird Resource will not intentionally claim that a product was personally tested, used, or owned when it wasn’t.
When firsthand testing materially contributes to an article or recommendation, we may explain that experience within the content.
Additional information about our approach to product content can be found in our Editorial Standards.
Affiliate Relationships and Editorial Independence
The availability of an affiliate commission does not determine whether a factual statement about birds is true.
Likewise, earning a commission does not mean that every product mentioned on Bird Resource will receive a positive recommendation.
We may discuss disadvantages, limitations, better alternatives, or reasons a particular product may not be appropriate for certain readers.
Some products we recommend may generate affiliate revenue.
Others may not.
Our objective is to develop content that remains useful to readers while allowing Bird Resource to operate as a sustainable independent publication.
Product Prices and Availability
Prices, promotions, product specifications, inventory, shipping options, warranties, and availability can change at any time.
Bird Resource does not control the information displayed on third-party retailer websites.
Although an article may discuss a price or price range available when the content was researched or updated, readers should always verify the current price and product details directly with the retailer before making a purchase.
The price displayed by the retailer at the time of purchase is the price that applies.
Display Advertising
BirdResource.com may display advertisements provided directly by advertisers or through third-party advertising networks.
These advertisements may appear within articles, alongside content, in headers or footers, or in other areas of the website.
Bird Resource may receive compensation based on factors such as advertisement impressions, clicks, campaigns, or other arrangements.
The appearance of an advertisement on BirdResource.com does not necessarily mean that Bird Resource personally uses, recommends, or endorses the advertised product, company, or service.
Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and other technologies as described in our Privacy & Cookie Policy.
Sponsored Content
Bird Resource may occasionally publish sponsored content or participate in paid partnerships.
Sponsored content is content for which Bird Resource receives money, products, services, or another form of compensation from a company or organization.
When a material relationship exists and disclosure is appropriate or required, we aim to clearly disclose that relationship so readers understand the nature of the content.
Payment for sponsored content does not give a sponsor the right to secretly present advertising as independent editorial content.
Bird Resource reserves the right to decline sponsorships that we believe are inappropriate for our audience or website.
Free Products and Review Samples
A manufacturer, retailer, or other company may occasionally provide Bird Resource with a free product, sample, temporary review unit, discount, or other benefit.
Receiving something for free does not guarantee:
A positive review
A recommendation
Editorial coverage
A backlink
Permanent inclusion in an article
A particular rating or opinion
When receiving a free product or another material benefit could reasonably affect how readers interpret our coverage, we aim to disclose the relationship appropriately.
Manufacturer and Retailer Information
Product articles may reference specifications, photographs, descriptions, instructions, warranties, compatibility information, or other material supplied by manufacturers and retailers.
We make reasonable efforts to present product information accurately, but manufacturers can modify products and specifications without notice.
Readers should verify important product details directly with the manufacturer or retailer before purchasing.
Third-Party Websites
BirdResource.com contains links to websites we don’t own or control.
Once you leave Bird Resource, the policies, prices, content, privacy practices, terms, availability, and business practices of the third-party website apply.
Bird Resource is not responsible for the operation or content of third-party websites merely because we link to them.
A link should not automatically be interpreted as an endorsement of everything published or sold on the destination website.
You Don’t Pay Us to Read Our Regular Content
Our standard informational articles are generally available to readers without requiring payment to Bird Resource.
Affiliate commissions and advertising are among the ways we may fund the website while continuing to make this information publicly accessible.
If Bird Resource later offers paid products, premium resources, downloads, memberships, or other paid services, applicable pricing and terms may be presented separately.
Your Purchases Are Your Decision
Product recommendations published on BirdResource.com are provided for general informational purposes.
Different readers have different needs, budgets, properties, bird populations, climates, and preferences.
A product that works well in one situation may not be appropriate in another.
You are responsible for evaluating whether a product is suitable for your particular needs before purchasing or using it.
Questions About Our Commercial Relationships
Transparency matters to us.
If you have a legitimate question or concern regarding an affiliate relationship, advertisement, sponsorship, or other commercial arrangement appearing on BirdResource.com, you may contact us through our Contact Us page. Questions about these arrangements can also be directed through Bird Resource's contact page.
Please note that our contact options aren’t intended for individual bird identification or general bird questions.
Supporting Bird Resource
If you find our content useful and choose to purchase a product through one of our affiliate links, we appreciate your support.
There is no obligation to do so.
Whether you purchase something or simply use Bird Resource to learn more about the birds around you, we’re glad you visited.
Revenue generated through advertising and affiliate relationships helps us continue researching, publishing, updating, and expanding the resources available on BirdResource.com.
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