Affiliate & Commercial Disclosure

Transparency Policy & FTC Compliance Statement • Last Updated: October 2026

Quick Summary: In compliance with the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines (16 CFR § 255.5), please assume that links on tablechristmastree.com are affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the retailer at zero additional cost to you.

1. Our Philosophy on Affiliate Compensation

Operating an independent decor review publication requires ongoing investments in physical sample sourcing, studio photography lighting, web hosting, and hands-on testing. Rather than cluttering our pages with intrusive pop-up ads, disruptive auto-playing videos, or paid corporate advertorials, we fund our operations through affiliate partnerships.

When you read our guides and decide to purchase a recommended tabletop tree, mini fairy light set, or decorative container through our links, the merchant pays us a modest referral fee. This compensation comes entirely out of the retailer’s marketing budget—you pay the exact same retail price (or lower with seasonal coupons) as you would by navigating directly to the merchant.

2. Amazon Associates Program Disclosure

tablechristmastree.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for website owners to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

3. Direct Brand Partnerships & Performance Commissions

In addition to the Amazon Associates Program, Table Christmas Tree Guide may partner directly with specialty botanical decor brands and home styling merchants. Under these arrangements, we may earn a performance commission on qualifying sales generated through dedicated affiliate tracking links or exclusive reader discount codes.

4. Our Editorial Independence Guarantee

We take our credibility and reader trust with utmost seriousness. Our commercial partnerships never dictate our editorial ratings:

Honest Pros and Cons: We explicitly point out product shortcomings—such as trees requiring branch fluffing out of the box, or pots that need felt pads to prevent scratching delicate lacquer surfaces.
No Paid Positive Reviews: We never accept monetary payment in exchange for guaranteeing favorable coverage or inflating star ratings.
Equal Opportunity Bench Testing: If a budget miniature tree matches or outperforms an expensive boutique brand in foliage density and pot stability, we recommend the budget product every single time.

5. Important: Per-Article Disclosure Practice

FTC Compliance Notice (16 CFR § 255.5): This standalone Affiliate Disclosure page supplements—but does not replace—the individual disclosure notices required near affiliate links in each product review and buying guide published on tablechristmastree.com. Every article where affiliate links appear carries a prominent disclosure statement above the fold, in accordance with FTC guidelines.

6. Questions Regarding Our Commercial Disclosures

If you have any questions regarding our affiliate relationships, or if you represent a decor brand wishing to submit holiday greenery for independent evaluation, please reach out to our team at [email protected].