NiftyGift – AI-Powered Gift Finder

FTC Compliance Statement

Material Connection Disclosure

Important: NiftyGift participates in the Amazon Associates affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through Amazon links in our gift recommendations. This means we have a financial relationship with Amazon when you purchase products through our recommendations.

In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, we are required to inform you of our material connection with Amazon, whose products we recommend through our affiliate partnership.

What This Means

When you click on certain product links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission
These commissions help support our service and keep it running
Our recommendations are not influenced by potential commission amounts
You never pay more because we use affiliate links - the price remains the same

Our Affiliate Partners

We currently maintain an affiliate relationship with the following retailer:

Amazon Associates Program

Relationship: Official participant in Amazon's affiliate program
Commission Rate: Variable, typically 1-10% depending on product category
Cookie Duration: 24 hours for commission attribution
Products: Wide range including electronics, books, home goods, and more
Why We Partner: Extensive product catalog and reliable fulfillment

"NiftyGift 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."

Future Partnerships

We are actively working to expand our affiliate partnerships to provide you with more shopping options and better gift recommendations. We may add additional reputable retailers such as:

Specialty gift retailers for unique and personalized items
Popular e-commerce platforms with diverse product catalogs
Niche retailers that align with specific interests and hobbies

Note: This disclosure will be updated as we add new affiliate partnerships.

Our Commitment to You

Editorial Independence

Our Promise

Our AI-powered gift recommendations are based on your quiz responses and recipient preferences, not on which retailers pay us higher commissions. We prioritize finding the best gifts for your needs over maximizing our revenue.

Quality Standards

Relevance First: We only recommend products that match your specific requirements
Quality Merchants: We partner only with reputable retailers with good customer service
User Experience: We prioritize retailers that offer good return policies and customer support
Price Transparency: We help you find competitive prices, even if it means lower commissions for us

No Hidden Costs

Same Prices: You pay the same price whether you use our links or go directly to the retailer
No Markups: We never add any markup to product prices
Clear Labeling: Affiliate links are clearly marked when possible
Multiple Options: We often provide multiple purchasing options, including non-affiliate links

How Affiliate Commissions Work

The Process

1. You Get Recommendations

Our AI analyzes your quiz responses and suggests relevant gifts with shopping links.

2. You Click & Shop

When you click a product link, a tracking cookie is placed to attribute your purchase.

3. You Make a Purchase

You complete your purchase at the same price you'd pay going directly to the retailer.

4. We Earn Commission

The retailer pays us a small commission for referring you, at no extra cost to you.

Commission Timing

When We Earn: Only when you actually complete a purchase
Payment Timing: Retailers typically pay commissions 30-90 days after purchase
Returns & Refunds: If you return an item, the commission is usually reversed
Commission Rates: Vary by retailer and product category, typically 1-10%

Revenue Transparency

How We Use Affiliate Revenue

Supporting NiftyGift

Affiliate commissions help us maintain and improve our service:

Server costs and infrastructure maintenance
AI model usage and improvement
Customer support and service development
Adding new features and capabilities

Mixed Revenue Model

NiftyGift operates on a mixed revenue model:

Primary Revenue: Credits purchased by users for AI gift recommendations
Secondary Revenue: Affiliate commissions from product purchases
No Advertising: We don't sell advertising space or promote products for payment
No Data Sales: We never sell your personal data to third parties

Your Choices & Control

Opting Out

How to Avoid Affiliate Links

Search for products directly on retailer websites instead of clicking our links
Use browser extensions that strip affiliate tracking parameters
Clear your browser cookies before making purchases
Contact us if you prefer non-affiliate product information

Alternative Options

Product Names Only: We can provide just product names and descriptions without links
Multiple Retailers: We often suggest multiple places to find the same item
Local Alternatives: We can suggest local stores when appropriate
Direct URLs: We can provide direct, non-affiliate links upon request

Quality Assurance

Retailer Standards

We only partner with retailers that meet our quality standards:

Reputation: Established retailers with good customer reviews
Customer Service: Responsive support and clear contact information
Return Policies: Fair and reasonable return and exchange policies
Secure Checkout: SSL encryption and secure payment processing
Shipping: Reliable fulfillment and delivery tracking

Ongoing Monitoring

Regular review of partner retailer performance
Monitoring customer feedback about purchasing experiences
Periodic audits of commission rates and terms
Updates to partnerships based on service quality changes

Legal Compliance

Regulatory Adherence

FTC Guidelines: Full compliance with Federal Trade Commission endorsement rules
State Laws: Adherence to applicable state affiliate marketing regulations
International Laws: Compliance with international affiliate marketing standards
Platform Policies: Following all affiliate program terms and conditions

Documentation

We maintain detailed records of:

All affiliate partnerships and agreements
Commission rates and payment terms
Disclosure placements and timing
User consent and opt-out preferences

Contact Us

Questions about our affiliate relationships or revenue model? We're happy to provide more information:

Affiliate Disclosure Inquiries

Email: legal@niftygift.com

Subject Line: "Affiliate Disclosure Question"

General Support: support@niftygift.com

Response Time: We respond to affiliate inquiries within 3 business days

Affiliate Disclosure