Because transparency is Everything
The “No Secret Handshakes” Policy In the spirit of being a straight-shooter—something I’ve valued since my days in engineering—I want to be completely open about how this website keeps the lights on.
Running TheFastingHabit.com involves costs: hosting, domain names, and the occasional high-quality camera lens I “need” for the site’s photography. To help cover these expenses without cluttering the place with annoying pop-up ads for things you don’t need, I use affiliate links.
What is an Affiliate Link?
When I link to a product – be it a gardening tool for my terrace project, a book I’ve enjoyed, or a piece of tech I’ve spent the weekend tinkering with – that link might be an “affiliate link.”
If you click that link and buy something, I receive a small commission from the seller. The price stays exactly the same for you. In fact, sometimes I can even snag a discount for my readers, which is a win-win in my book.
The “Pete” Guarantee
I value my reputation and your time far more than a few pence from a sale. As someone who finds it infuriating when people assume seniors are easily led, I promise you this:
- I only recommend what I use or trust. If a product is rubbish, I’ll tell you it’s rubbish (or more likely, I won’t mention it at all).
- Honesty over Commission: I will never tell you to buy something just because there’s a commission attached. My opinion cannot be bought—just ask my family.
Amazon Associates Disclosure
As per the legal requirements of the giants over at Amazon: TheFastingHabit 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.
How You Can Tell
Whenever a post contains affiliate links, I will place a clear notice at the top of the article. I want you to know before you start reading, not as a surprise at the end.
The Bottom Line
Using these links is a simple way for you to support the site and keep the content coming, and for that, I am truly grateful. It helps me stay independent and keeps the “Grumpy Old Man” in good supply of tea and electronics components.