Affiliate Disclosure

Transparency in our recommendations and partnerships

Quick Summary

Some links on this site are affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend official platforms and tools we believe provide genuine value.

How Affiliate Links Work

When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission from the company at no extra cost to you. This helps support our content creation and website maintenance.

These affiliate relationships never influence our editorial content or recommendations. We maintain complete editorial independence and only promote products and services we genuinely believe will benefit our readers.

What We Promote

Streaming Platforms

We exclusively promote official, legal streaming and rental platforms including Paramount+, Max, Hulu, and Vudu. We never promote or link to unauthorized streaming sites or pirated content.

Professional Tools

Our tool recommendations include professional editing software, color grading tools, audio equipment, and filmmaking gear that we have personally tested or researched thoroughly.

Educational Resources

We may recommend courses, books, and other educational materials that align with our mission of practical film education.

Our Commitment to You

  • Clear Labeling: We clearly identify affiliate links and sponsored content.
  • Honest Reviews: Our reviews and recommendations are based on genuine experience and research, not commission potential.
  • Official Sources Only: We avoid unauthorized coupon codes, gray market sellers, or questionable deals.
  • Regular Updates: We regularly review and update our recommendations to ensure they remain accurate and valuable.

FTC Compliance

This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising (16 CFR Part 255).

We are committed to providing transparent, honest, and valuable content to our readers while maintaining the highest ethical standards in our affiliate partnerships.

Questions?

If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us at hello@cinematicnotes.io.

Last updated: January 2025