Affiliate Disclosure

Last Updated: October 30, 2025

In the interest of full transparency, this page discloses Fantasy Cricket's affiliate relationships and sponsored content practices in compliance with FTC guidelines and advertising standards.

1. What Are Affiliate Relationships?

An affiliate relationship exists when we receive compensation for referring users to third-party products or services. This compensation may take the form of:

  • Commission on sales generated through our referral links
  • Fixed fees for referrals or sign-ups
  • Revenue sharing arrangements
  • Free products or services in exchange for promotion

2. Our Current Affiliate Relationships

As of the date above, Fantasy Cricket may have affiliate relationships with:

  • Cricket Equipment Retailers: Links to cricket gear and apparel may generate commissions
  • Streaming Services: Referrals to cricket streaming platforms may be compensated
  • Analytics Tools: Links to third-party cricket statistics tools may generate affiliate revenue
  • Technology Partners: Referrals to hosting, security, or software services we use

Note: This list is not exhaustive and may change over time. Specific affiliate relationships will be disclosed at the point of reference.

3. How We Identify Affiliate Links

We are committed to transparency. Affiliate links and sponsored content will be clearly identified using:

3.1 Visual Indicators

  • Badges: "Sponsored", "Ad", "Affiliate Link" labels
  • Disclaimers: Clear disclosure text near the link or content
  • Color Coding: Distinct styling for promotional content

3.2 HTML Attributes

All affiliate and sponsored links include appropriate rel attributes:

  • rel="sponsored" for paid placements
  • rel="nofollow" to indicate non-editorial endorsement
  • rel="sponsored nofollow" for affiliate links

3.3 Disclosure Examples

Example 1:

"This post contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links at no additional cost to you."

Example 2:

Sponsored This content is brought to you by [Partner Name].

4. Our Editorial Independence

Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial decisions or recommendations. We maintain independence by:

  • Honest Reviews: We provide truthful assessments of products and services
  • No Pay-for-Placement: Rankings and recommendations are based on merit, not payment
  • Clear Separation: Editorial content is distinguished from sponsored content
  • User First: Recommendations prioritize user benefit over commission potential

5. Sponsored Content Policy

5.1 What Is Sponsored Content?

Sponsored content is material created in partnership with or paid for by third parties. This includes:

  • Sponsored blog posts or articles
  • Paid product placements
  • Branded content or advertorials
  • Promotional emails or newsletters

5.2 How We Disclose Sponsored Content

All sponsored content is clearly labeled at the top of the page or section with:

  • "Sponsored by [Brand Name]"
  • "Paid Partnership with [Brand Name]"
  • "This is a sponsored post"

5.3 Our Standards for Sponsored Content

We only accept sponsored content that:

  • Aligns with our values and user interests
  • Meets our quality standards
  • Provides genuine value to our audience
  • Complies with all applicable laws and regulations

We reserve the right to refuse any sponsored content that doesn't meet these standards.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You are never obligated to click on affiliate links or purchase recommended products. Our platform provides value regardless of whether you engage with affiliate content.

7. No Additional Cost to You

Using our affiliate links does not increase the price you pay. In some cases, we may be able to provide exclusive discounts or promotions through our partnerships.

8. Compliance with Regulations

Our affiliate disclosure practices comply with:

  • FTC Guidelines: Federal Trade Commission endorsement and advertising guidelines (US)
  • ASA Code: Advertising Standards Authority regulations (UK)
  • GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation (EU)
  • Platform Policies: Social media and advertising platform requirements

9. Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure as our partnerships evolve. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

10. Questions and Feedback

If you have questions about specific affiliate relationships or sponsored content, please contact us:

Email: partnerships@fantasycricketgam.com
Subject: "Affiliate Disclosure Inquiry"

Thank you for supporting Fantasy Cricket. Your trust is important to us, and we are committed to maintaining complete transparency about our business relationships.