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Affiliate Disclosure Policy

Barkworthy Notes Affiliate Disclosure Policy

At Barkworthy Notes, we are committed to transparency and integrity in all our educational content. This Affiliate Disclosure Policy explains how we may receive compensation for certain information, products, services, or links mentioned across our platforms, in accordance with our mission to provide valuable trading education without compromising our content’s objectivity. This policy is part of our broader Disclaimer, which governs the use of our website, blogs, email newsletters, social media accounts (e.g., X, TikTok, YouTube), Discord servers, Substack trade plans, and other current or future platforms.

1. What Are Affiliate Relationships?

Barkworthy Notes may participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions or other forms of compensation when you click on links, purchase products or services, or take specific actions (e.g., signing up for a subscription) through our content. These relationships allow us to sustain our educational offerings while keeping much of our content accessible to users.

2. Types of Compensation

We may receive compensation in various forms, including but not limited to:

  • Affiliate Commissions: Payments for referrals to third-party products or services, such as trading platforms (e.g., TradingView), software, or subscription services (e.g., Substack premium plans).
  • Sponsored Content: Fees for featuring or discussing certain tools, services, or information, provided they align with our educational mission.
  • Referral Bonuses: Incentives for driving user sign-ups or actions on partner platforms.
  • Advertising Revenue: Payments for displaying ads or links on our website, newsletters, or social media.

These arrangements do not influence the educational content, trading strategies, or concepts we share, which remain focused on providing objective, hypothetical illustrations for learning purposes.

3. Examples of Affiliate Relationships

While not exhaustive, the following are examples of affiliate relationships we may have:

  • Trading Platforms and Tools: We may earn commissions for referring users to platforms like TradingView, charting software, or other trading-related services mentioned in our Substack trade plans, Discord discussions, or social media posts.
  • Subscription Services: We may receive compensation for promoting premium subscriptions, such as Substack memberships for exclusive trade plans or courses.
  • Educational Resources: Links to books, courses, or tools recommended in our content (e.g., YouTube videos, newsletters) may generate commissions.
  • Brokerage or Financial Services: If we mention brokers or financial tools, we may earn referral fees, though we do not endorse specific investments or securities.

All affiliate links or promotions are chosen based on their relevance to our trading education mission and are not intended as recommendations to buy or sell any financial instruments, as outlined in our Disclaimer.

4. How We Disclose Affiliate Relationships

We strive to make our affiliate relationships clear to users:

  • In-Content Disclosures: Where feasible, we include notices near affiliate links or promotions (e.g., “This is an affiliate link” or “We may earn a commission” in Substack articles, YouTube descriptions, or X posts).
  • General Disclosures: This policy and our Disclaimer’s Section 12 notify users that compensation may be earned across all platforms, past, present, and future.
  • Platform-Specific Notices: On interactive platforms like Discord or Substack, we may pin or include disclaimers stating potential compensation for mentioned services.

For example, a Substack article might include: “We may earn a commission if you sign up for TradingView via this link. This does not affect our educational content. See our Affiliate Disclosure Policy.”

5. No Influence on Educational Content

Our primary goal is to provide entertainment, educational, and informational content to help users learn trading concepts, as stated in our Disclaimer. Affiliate relationships do not:

  • Alter the objectivity of our trade plans, courses, or strategies, which are hypothetical illustrations for educational purposes.
  • Influence our discussions of trading concepts, risk management, or psychology, which are based on general principles, not specific endorsements.
  • Constitute recommendations, solicitations, or incentives to buy or sell securities, futures, options, forex, or derivatives.

We select affiliate partners based on their alignment with our educational mission, but you should conduct your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before using any linked products or services, as emphasized in our Disclaimer.

6. User Responsibility

By accessing, reading, or using our content or services, you acknowledge that:

  • Any decision to click affiliate links, purchase products, or engage with promoted services is at your own risk.
  • Barkworthy Notes is not liable for any losses, damages, or claims arising from your use of affiliate-linked products or services, as outlined in our Disclaimer’s Section 13.
  • You are solely responsible for evaluating the suitability of any products or services, as noted in our Disclaimer’s Section 14.

7. Compliance with Regulations

This policy complies with applicable regulations, including:

  • U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC): We disclose material connections (e.g., commissions) to ensure transparency, per FTC guidelines for endorsements and advertising.
  • U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC): Our disclosures align with non-advisory intent and transparency requirements for financial education content discussing securities or derivatives.
  • Norwegian and EEA Regulations (MiFID II, GDPR): As a Norway-registered business, we adhere to transparency and fairness standards under MiFID II and data protection under GDPR, ensuring affiliate disclosures are clear and user data is handled per our Privacy Policy.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure Policy periodically to reflect changes in our affiliate relationships, regulations, or platform practices. The latest version will be posted on our website at [insert website link], and significant changes may be communicated via email newsletters, Substack, or social media. By continuing to use our content or services, you agree to the updated policy, as noted in our Disclaimer’s Section 20.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or this policy, please contact us at barky@thebarkworthynotes.com. We’re happy to provide clarity to ensure your trust in our educational mission.

Acknowledgment

By accessing, reading, or using Barkworthy Notes’ content or services through any publication channels, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Affiliate Disclosure Policy, as part of our broader Disclaimer.