Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: January 3, 2026
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Blendcraft, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and commercial relationships. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through affiliate partnerships, sponsored content, and advertising, as well as how these relationships might influence the content you see on our website.
We are committed to maintaining the integrity of our recommendations and educational content. While we may receive compensation for certain activities, our primary goal remains providing valuable information and quality services to tea enthusiasts and those interested in herbal wellness.
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, as well as applicable advertising regulations in other jurisdictions where we operate.
Affiliate Relationships and Commissions
What Are Affiliate Programs?
Affiliate programs allow us to earn commissions when visitors click on certain links and make purchases from partner companies. These partnerships help support our business and enable us to continue providing free educational content about tea blending and herbal wellness.
Our Participation in Affiliate Programs
Blendcraft participates in affiliate programs with tea suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and related businesses. When we recommend specific products or supplies, some of these recommendations may include affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
We clearly identify affiliate links when they appear in our content. Look for disclosures such as "affiliate link," "partner link," or similar language near the link itself.
How Affiliate Commissions Work
When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, the merchant pays us a percentage of the sale. This commission structure varies by program and product category. The commission we receive does not increase the price you pay for products.
Commission rates typically range from 5% to 20% of the purchase price, depending on the affiliate program and product type. Some programs offer fixed commissions per sale rather than percentage-based payments.
Product Recommendation Policies
Our product recommendations are based on genuine experience, research, and assessment of quality and value. While we may earn commissions from some recommendations, we only suggest products we believe will genuinely benefit our audience.
We do not accept payment to recommend specific products in our educational content. If we receive a product for review, we disclose this relationship. Our honest opinion remains independent of any compensation received.
Financial Relationship Transparency
Any financial relationship that might influence our recommendations is disclosed clearly and prominently. We believe you have the right to know when content might be affected by commercial considerations, even when we maintain editorial independence.
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
Identification of Sponsored Content
Occasionally, we may publish content sponsored by brands or companies in the tea, herbal wellness, or related industries. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as such with prominent disclosure at the beginning of the article, post, or material.
Labels we use to identify sponsored content include "Sponsored," "Sponsored Post," "Paid Partnership," "In Collaboration With," or similar language that clearly indicates the commercial nature of the content.
Sponsored Post Guidelines
Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial control over its creation and maintain our commitment to providing valuable, accurate information. Sponsors cannot dictate the content of articles or prevent us from including balanced perspectives.
We reserve the right to decline sponsorship opportunities that don't align with our values or that we believe would not serve our audience's interests, regardless of the compensation offered.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into longer-term partnerships with brands, we disclose these relationships transparently. Such partnerships might include:
- • Ambassadorships or spokesperson agreements
- • Ongoing collaborations with tea or herb suppliers
- • Educational partnerships with industry organizations
- • Sponsored workshop series or educational programs
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Whether content is sponsored or independently created, we commit to maintaining accuracy, honesty, and educational value. We do not make false or exaggerated claims about products or services, even in paid promotional content. Our reputation and relationship with our audience take precedence over any commercial arrangement.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising Networks
Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks such as Google AdSense or similar services. These networks automatically display relevant advertisements based on website content and visitor interests.
Behavioral Targeting and Personalization
Third-party advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver personalized advertisements based on your browsing history and interests. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, helps ensure you see advertisements relevant to your interests.
You can learn more about how these technologies work and manage your preferences in our Cookie Policy. Most advertising networks also offer opt-out options through industry initiatives like the Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Cookies used by advertising networks help track ad impressions, clicks, and conversions. They may also be used for frequency capping (limiting how often you see the same ad) and for measuring advertising campaign effectiveness. For detailed information about cookie usage, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
Personalized advertising may be based on several factors, including:
- • Pages you visit on our website and other sites
- • Your approximate geographic location
- • Device and browser information
- • Demographic inferences made by advertising platforms
- • Previous interactions with advertisements
Third-Party Network Policies
We select advertising partners who comply with industry standards and respect user privacy. However, we do not control third-party advertising networks' data practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of advertising networks to understand their data collection and usage practices.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
Ad Preference Management
You have several options for controlling the advertisements you see and the data collected for advertising purposes. These controls allow you to balance your privacy preferences with your browsing experience.
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising, you can:
- • Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page or cookie consent banner
- • Use browser settings to block or limit cookies
- • Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
- • Use the Digital Advertising Alliance's WebChoices tool
- • Enable "Do Not Track" signals in your browser
Data Collection for Advertising
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected for advertising purposes, including your IP address, device identifiers, browsing behavior, and interaction with advertisements. This data helps advertising networks deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness.
Privacy Rights Under Regulations
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising data collection under regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy laws. These rights may include:
- • The right to know what data is collected for advertising
- • The right to access advertising-related data about you
- • The right to request deletion of advertising data
- • The right to opt out of the sale of personal information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this disclosure.
Editorial Independence and Integrity
While advertising and affiliate relationships support our business, they do not compromise our commitment to providing valuable, accurate information about tea blending and herbal wellness. Our editorial content is created independently, based on expertise, research, and genuine experience.
We maintain clear separation between advertising and editorial content. Recommendations in our educational materials reflect our honest assessment of quality and value, not payment from advertisers or affiliate commission rates.
When we recommend products, whether through affiliate links or otherwise, we base these recommendations on factors such as quality, effectiveness, value for money, and suitability for our audience's needs. Financial incentives may influence which products we feature, but they do not determine our honest evaluation of those products.
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time as our business relationships and advertising practices evolve. Material changes will be reflected in the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we earn revenue and how advertising relationships may influence content.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices
If you have questions about this Advertising Disclosure, our affiliate relationships, sponsored content, or advertising practices, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
You can also reach us through our contact page.