Affiliate Disclosure

1. What This Means for You

When you click on certain links to precious metals dealers on our website and make a purchase, INGOTX may receive a commission from that dealer. This is at no additional cost to you — you pay the same price whether you use our affiliate link or visit the dealer directly.

Key Points:

• Using our affiliate links does NOT increase the price you pay
• The dealer pays us a commission, not you
• Commission rates vary by dealer and product category
• Our price comparisons show you the actual dealer prices

2. How We Maintain Objectivity

3. Types of Affiliate Relationships

3.1 Direct Affiliate Partnerships

We have direct affiliate relationships with some precious metals dealers. When you click a link to these dealers and make a purchase, we may earn a commission ranging from 0.5% to 3% of your purchase value.

Dealers we may have affiliate relationships with include (but are not limited to):

• APMEX
• JM Bullion
• SD Bullion
• Provident Metals
• Other precious metals dealers

Note: Not all dealers listed on our site are affiliate partners. We track many non-affiliate dealers to ensure you see the complete market picture.

3.2 Affiliate Networks

Some dealer affiliate programs are managed through third-party networks such as:

• Commission Junction (CJ Affiliate)
• ShareASale
• Impact
• Other affiliate networks

These networks use cookies to track referrals and attribute commissions. See our Cookie Policy for more information.

3.3 Google AdSense

In addition to affiliate links, we display advertisements through Google AdSense. While these ads are not traditional affiliate relationships, we earn revenue when visitors view or click on ads. See our Privacy Policy for details about advertising cookies.

4. How Affiliate Links Work

When you click on an affiliate link from our site:

1. A tracking cookie is placed on your device (with your consent)
2. You are redirected to the dealer's website
3. If you make a purchase within the cookie's timeframe (typically 30-90 days), we may receive a commission
4. The commission is paid by the dealer, not deducted from your purchase

Example: You see that Dealer A offers a Gold Eagle for $2,000 with a 5% premium. If you click our link and purchase it for $2,000, the dealer might pay us a 2% commission ($40). You still paid $2,000 — the exact same price you'd pay if you went directly to the dealer's website.

5. No Endorsements or Recommendations

INGOTX is a price comparison tool, not an investment advisor.

We do NOT:

• Recommend specific dealers or products
• Endorse any dealer's business practices or reliability
• Guarantee the accuracy of dealer inventory or pricing
• Provide investment, financial, or tax advice
• Favor affiliate dealers over non-affiliate dealers in our comparisons

We DO:

• Provide objective price comparison data
• Display real-time premium information from multiple sources
• Help you find the best available prices across the market
• Clearly label affiliate links when required
• Maintain editorial independence

6. Your Responsibility

Before making any purchase from a precious metals dealer, you should:

• Verify Current Prices: Prices change frequently; always check the dealer's website for current pricing
• Review Dealer Policies: Read the dealer's terms, shipping policies, return policies, and buyer protection programs
• Check Dealer Reputation: Research dealer reviews, ratings, and Better Business Bureau accreditation
• Understand Product Details: Verify product specifications, condition (new/used), and authenticity guarantees
• Consider Total Cost: Factor in shipping, insurance, taxes, and any other fees
• Consult Professionals: Speak with financial, tax, and legal advisors about your investment decisions

7. Other Revenue Sources

In addition to affiliate commissions, INGOTX generates revenue from:

• Google AdSense: Display advertising on our website
• Future Premium Features: We may offer premium subscription features in the future
• Data Licensing: We may license aggregate market data (never personal user data)

None of these revenue sources influence our price comparison data or algorithms.

8. FTC Compliance

This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission's requirements for affiliate marketing disclosures. The FTC requires that:

• Material connections between a website and merchants be clearly disclosed
• Disclosures be clear, conspicuous, and close to affiliate links
• Websites cannot make misleading claims about products or services

Learn more about the FTC's guidelines: FTC Endorsement Guides

9. Changes to Affiliate Relationships

Our affiliate relationships may change over time as we:

• Add new dealer partnerships
• Discontinue relationships with certain dealers
• Adjust commission structures
• Join or leave affiliate networks

We will update this disclosure to reflect material changes. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised.

10. Questions and Feedback

We are committed to transparency and welcome your questions or feedback about our affiliate relationships.

If you have concerns about:

• How our affiliate relationships work
• The objectivity of our price comparisons
• Specific dealer recommendations or rankings
• Any aspect of our business model

Please contact us at:

INGOTX
Email: support@ingotx.com
Transparency Inquiries: transparency@ingotx.com