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Affiliate Disclosure
We believe in full transparency. Here’s exactly how Doctor Skate makes money — and why it doesn’t affect what we recommend.
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Short version: Some links on Doctor Skate are affiliate links. If you click one and buy something, we earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. This never influences which products we recommend.
FTC Compliance Notice
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255), Doctor Skate discloses that this website contains affiliate links. When you click on certain links on this site and make a qualifying purchase, we may receive a commission from the retailer at no additional cost to you.
This disclosure applies to all content on doctorskate.com, including product reviews, buying guides, comparison articles, and any other page that contains links to third-party retailers.
Affiliate Programs We Use
Amazon Associates
Doctor Skate is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
When you click an Amazon link on this site and purchase a qualifying product, Amazon pays us a small percentage of the sale. The price you pay is identical to what you would pay visiting Amazon directly — we receive our commission from Amazon’s margin, not from you.
▸ Program: Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
▸ Network: Amazon.com
▸ Commission: Varies by product category (typically 1–10%)
▸ Cookie duration: 24 hours (or 90 days if item is added to cart)
Our Editorial Independence Policy
Affiliate commissions keep Doctor Skate free to run. But they do not determine what we recommend. Here is exactly how we protect our independence:
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Products Are Ranked by Research Merit — Not Commission Rate
A product with a higher affiliate commission rate does not receive a better ranking as a result. Rankings are based solely on spec quality, buyer consensus, and value for money.
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We Include Non-Affiliated Products When They’re Better
If the best product in a category isn’t available on Amazon or doesn’t have an affiliate link, we include it anyway. Reader trust matters more than a commission.
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No Brands Pay for Coverage
We do not accept sponsored posts, paid product placements, or payment in exchange for positive reviews. Our only revenue from products comes through organic affiliate commissions.
How to Identify Affiliate Links
Affiliate links on Doctor Skate typically point to Amazon.com and may contain tracking parameters in the URL (such as “tag=doctorskate”). You are never required to click these links — you can always search for a product directly on Amazon or any other retailer of your choice.
We appreciate your support. When you use our links to make purchases, you help us continue publishing independent, research-backed skate gear content — at no cost to you.
Questions?
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or our editorial process, contact us at contact@doctorskate.com.