How affiliate links work on TargetGSM
1. Short version
TargetGSM may contain affiliate links. If you click one of these links and buy a product or service from a third-party website, we may earn a commission. This usually does not change the price you pay.
We use affiliate revenue to support the operation, development and maintenance of TargetGSM.
2. What are affiliate links?
Affiliate links are special links that may include a tracking identifier. When a visitor clicks an affiliate link, the partner store or affiliate network may record that the visitor came from TargetGSM.
If the visitor later buys a product or completes another qualifying action, TargetGSM may receive a commission, referral fee, bounty or other compensation.
3. How TargetGSM uses affiliate links
TargetGSM may use affiliate links in product pages, phone comparisons, buying guides, blog articles, store listings, deal pages, banners, buttons and external “view deal” links.
Product pages may include affiliate buttons that lead to partner stores or marketplaces.
Blog guides may include links to products, repair tools, accessories or stores.
Store pages may link to external retailers, marketplaces or affiliate partners.
Deal pages may include tracked links to current offers, promotions or price comparisons.
4. No extra cost to you
In most cases, using an affiliate link does not increase the price you pay. The commission is paid by the partner store, marketplace or affiliate network.
Prices, delivery costs, product availability, taxes, import charges and warranty terms are controlled by the third-party store, not by TargetGSM.
5. Editorial independence
Affiliate relationships may influence which stores or offers are available to link to, but our goal is to provide useful, transparent and practical information for visitors.
We may recommend products, parts or stores based on availability, relevance, price, features, repair use case, user interest, partner data or editorial judgement.
You should always verify product details, compatibility, reviews, warranty, delivery and final price directly on the external store before buying.
6. Third-party stores
TargetGSM is not usually the seller of products listed through affiliate links. Purchases are completed on external websites operated by third-party stores, marketplaces or service providers.
External websites are responsible for their own prices, product descriptions, payments, delivery, returns, refunds, warranties, customer support, privacy policies and terms of sale.
7. Tracking, cookies and attribution
Affiliate links may use cookies, click identifiers, referral codes, URL parameters or tracking pixels to attribute a visit or purchase to TargetGSM.
Some tracking may be operated by third-party affiliate networks or partner stores. Their use of data is governed by their own privacy and cookie policies.
For more information about cookies and tracking technologies, read our Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy.
8. Affiliate relationship overview
The table below summarises how affiliate relationships may appear on TargetGSM.
| Area | Possible affiliate use | What it means for you |
|---|---|---|
| Product pages | Buttons such as “View deal”, “Buy now” or partner store links. | We may earn a commission if you click and purchase from the partner store. |
| Blog articles | Product recommendations, comparison links or buying guide links. | Some recommendations may include affiliate links. |
| Store directory | Links to marketplaces, retailers or affiliate partner websites. | The external store controls the purchase, price, delivery and support. |
| Deal pages | Promotional links, tracked offer links or comparison buttons. | Prices and availability may change after you leave TargetGSM. |
9. Amazon and marketplace programs
TargetGSM may participate in marketplace or retailer affiliate programs, including programs operated by online marketplaces. If TargetGSM joins a program that requires specific wording, that wording should be added here.
Example wording, if applicable: “As an Amazon Associate, TargetGSM earns from qualifying purchases.” Only keep this sentence if TargetGSM is actually approved for the Amazon Associates program.
10. Sponsored content and paid placements
If TargetGSM publishes sponsored content, paid placements or direct advertising, we aim to identify it clearly where appropriate.
Sponsored content, paid banners or promoted listings may be separate from ordinary affiliate links.
11. Your choice
You are not required to click affiliate links. You can visit stores directly, compare prices independently, or choose not to buy from any partner store.
Before making a purchase, always check the external store’s product page, final price, delivery conditions, return policy, warranty and compatibility information.
12. Updates to this Affiliate Disclosure
We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in affiliate programs, partner stores, tracking tools or website monetisation.
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
13. Contact
If you have questions about affiliate links, partner stores or this disclosure, please contact us through the website contact page.
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