Website Policy
Affiliate Disclosure
This page explains how affiliate links may be used on The Relative Detective.
Last updated: May 25, 2026
What Are Affiliate Links?
Some links on The Relative Detective may be affiliate links. This means that if you click a link and make a purchase, The Relative Detective may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Why Affiliate Links Are Used
Affiliate links may help support the cost of running this website, creating free genealogy guides, maintaining resources, and offering helpful family history content.
Genealogy Tools, Books, and Resources
Affiliate links may appear in posts, guides, resource pages, emails, or other website content that mentions genealogy tools, books, subscriptions, record websites, research supplies, software, printable products, or other helpful resources.
No Extra Cost to You
Clicking an affiliate link does not increase the price you pay. Any commission is paid by the company or seller, not added to your purchase total.
Honest Recommendations
The Relative Detective aims to share resources that may be useful for beginner-friendly genealogy research, family tree organization, record searching, and simple online research.
However, an affiliate relationship does not guarantee that a product, service, subscription, book, website, or tool will be the right fit for every person.
Third-Party Websites
Affiliate links may lead to third-party websites. The Relative Detective is not responsible for third-party website content, prices, policies, availability, subscriptions, record accuracy, shipping, customer service, or business practices.
Amazon Affiliate Disclosure
The Relative Detective may participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a way for websites to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
Other Affiliate Programs
The Relative Detective may also participate in other affiliate programs related to genealogy, books, research tools, organization supplies, software, online services, or educational resources.
Your Choice
You are never required to use affiliate links. You may visit a company, seller, or service directly if you prefer.
Questions
If you have questions about affiliate links on The Relative Detective, please contact us through the Contact page.
