Hello, I’m Kurt Bai, the owner and creator of KurtBai.com. I want to be completely transparent with you about the nature of the content on this website and any potential relationships I have with products, services, and brands mentioned here. This affiliate disclosure page explains how affiliate marketing works on KurtBai.com, what this means for you as a visitor, and how I ensure compliance with federal regulations—including guidelines from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

    What Is Affiliate Marketing on This Website?

    KurtBai.com focuses on three core areas: Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing), Print on Demand (POD), and Affiliate Marketing itself. As part of providing valuable, actionable content to help you succeed in these spaces, I may include affiliate links throughout the website—including in blog posts, tutorials, reviews, and resource lists.

    An affiliate link is a unique URL that tracks when a visitor clicks through from my website to a third-party product or service. If you make a purchase or sign up for a service using one of these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the operation of KurtBai.com, covering expenses like hosting, content creation, and tools needed to continue providing free, high-quality resources for my audience.

    FTC Compliance & Transparency

    The FTC requires clear and conspicuous disclosure of any “material connection” between an endorser (me) and the brands or products I promote—meaning if I earn a commission from a recommendation, you have the right to know that upfront. I take this requirement seriously, and here’s how I ensure compliance:

    • All affiliate links are clearly disclosed, either directly in the content near the link, at the beginning of a blog post, or with a clear note indicating it is an affiliate link.
    • Disclosures are written in plain language (no legal jargon) and are easy to notice—no tiny print or hidden text.
    • I comply with the Amazon Associates Program requirements, including displaying the mandatory statement: “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases” wherever Amazon KDP or Amazon-related affiliate links are featured.

    Please note: FTC penalties for non-compliance are significant—up to $51,744 per violation in 2026—and I am committed to avoiding any violations by being fully transparent with you.

    My Commitment to You

    My number one priority is providing honest, useful content that helps you succeed with Amazon KDP, Print on Demand, and Affiliate Marketing. Here’s what you can expect from me:

    • No Bias: I only recommend products, services, and tools that I genuinely believe in and either use myself or have thoroughly researched. Affiliate commissions never influence my opinions or recommendations—my reviews and insights are based on real-world experience and what I think will best serve you.
    • No Hidden Agendas: I will never hide an affiliate relationship from you. Even if a product or service is not an affiliate, I will always be transparent about my connection (e.g., if I receive a free product for review, I will disclose that too).
    • Focus on Value: The content on KurtBai.com is designed to educate, guide, and support you—affiliate marketing is simply a way to sustain the website so I can keep providing free resources.

    Types of Affiliate Relationships You May See

    Given the focus of KurtBai.com, the affiliate links you’ll encounter typically fall into these categories:

    • Amazon KDP: Links to Amazon products (e.g., books on KDP strategy, tools for book formatting, or Amazon services related to self-publishing). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases made through these links.
    • Print on Demand (POD): Links to POD platforms (e.g., Printful, Redbubble), tools for designing POD products, or resources for growing a POD business. Some of these links may be affiliate links where I earn a commission for referrals.
    • Affiliate Marketing Tools: Links to affiliate networks, tracking software, email marketing platforms, or educational resources that help aspiring affiliate marketers get started or scale their businesses.

    What This Means for You

    When you click an affiliate link on KurtBai.com and make a purchase, you are not paying more for the product or service—your cost remains the same as if you had gone directly to the brand’s website. The commission I earn comes directly from the brand, not from you. This is a win-win: you get access to valuable resources, and I get support to keep creating content for you.

    Questions?

    If you have any questions about this affiliate disclosure, my relationships with the brands I promote, or how affiliate marketing works on KurtBai.com, please feel free to contact me at admin@kurtbai.com, I’m happy to clarify anything and ensure you feel confident in the content you find here.

    Thank you for visiting KurtBai.com and for supporting the work I do. Your trust is incredibly important to me, and I will always strive to be transparent, honest, and helpful in everything I share.

    — Kurt Bai