Affiliate Disclosure

Last Updated: October 5, 2025

What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special URLs that contain a unique tracking code. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase from the retailer, that retailer pays us a small commission as a thank you for referring you to them.

Important: Using our affiliate links does not cost you anything extra. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our link or go directly to the retailer's website.

Which Programs We Participate In

Amazon Associates: ShuttleSelect is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.in and Amazon.com.

We may also participate in affiliate programs with other retailers and equipment manufacturers. When we do, we will maintain the same standards of transparency and honesty outlined in this disclosure.

How We Use Affiliate Links

We include affiliate links in:

• Product reviews and recommendations
• Buying guides and comparison articles
• Our comparison tool
• Any content where we discuss specific products

Not all links on our site are affiliate links. Links to non-product pages (such as manufacturer information pages, research articles, or educational resources) are typically regular links without affiliate codes.

Our Editorial Standards

Independence: Our product recommendations and reviews are based on research, testing, user feedback, and our assessment of quality and value. They are not influenced by affiliate commission rates.

Honesty: We provide genuine opinions about products, including both pros and cons. If a product has flaws or isn't suitable for certain users, we'll tell you.

Your Needs First: We prioritize recommending products that actually meet your needs and budget, not products that pay the highest commissions.

How Commissions Work

When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase:

• You pay the same price you would have paid anyway
• The retailer pays us a small percentage of the sale (typically 3-8% for sporting goods)
• This commission is paid by the retailer, not added to your purchase price
• Commissions usually apply to your entire shopping cart, not just the linked item

Example: If you click our link to a ₹2,000 badminton racket and buy it, Amazon might pay us ₹100-150. You still pay only ₹2,000.

Cookie Duration

Affiliate links typically use cookies with limited duration:

• Amazon: 24-hour cookie window. If you click our link but don't buy immediately, you have 24 hours to make your purchase for us to receive credit.
• Other programs: Cookie durations vary by program and will be disclosed when relevant.

Why We Use Affiliate Links

Creating comprehensive product reviews and buying guides takes significant time and effort. Affiliate commissions help us:

• Keep all content free for readers
• Maintain and improve the website
• Invest time in thorough research and testing
• Update guides regularly with new products and information

Without affiliate income, we would need to charge for content, display intrusive advertising, or abandon the project entirely.

Products We Don't Recommend

Even though we could earn commissions, we will not recommend:

• Products we genuinely believe are poor quality
• Products that are significantly overpriced for what they offer
• Products from unreliable brands or sellers
• Products that aren't suitable for the intended audience

Price Accuracy and Availability

Prices Change: Prices shown on ShuttleSelect may not reflect current prices on retailer websites. Prices change frequently due to sales, promotions, and market conditions.

Always Verify: We recommend clicking through to retailer websites to verify current prices and availability before making purchase decisions.

No Price Guarantees: We cannot guarantee any specific pricing and are not responsible for price discrepancies.

Your Purchases Support Us

When you use our affiliate links, you're directly supporting the creation of free, high-quality content. We genuinely appreciate every person who uses our links when making purchases.

However, we understand if you prefer not to use affiliate links. You can always search for products directly on retailer websites. We'll still be here with free content and honest advice.

We Are Not Product Sellers

Important: ShuttleSelect does not sell products directly. We are a content and review website that provides links to retailers.

All purchases are made directly with retailers like Amazon. Issues with orders, shipping, returns, or customer service must be handled with the retailer, not with ShuttleSelect.

Transparency Commitment

We are committed to transparency about our affiliate relationships:

• This disclosure page is easily accessible from our footer on every page
• Individual articles include affiliate disclosure notices
• We clearly label affiliate links when appropriate
• We update this disclosure when we join new affiliate programs

FTC Compliance

This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission's requirements for affiliate marketing disclosures. We believe in being open and honest about how we earn revenue.

Questions About Affiliate Links?

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or how we earn commissions, please contact us at:

Email: contact@shuttleselect.com

We're happy to discuss our affiliate practices and answer any concerns you may have about our recommendations.