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NerdDad.net 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. I also participate in other affiliate programs with select retailers and brands.
I want to be completely straightforward about how this works.
Some of the product links and "Check Price on Amazon" buttons on this site are affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. The price you pay is identical whether you use my link or go directly to Amazon or the retailer's website.
Not every product I cover has an affiliate program, and not every link is an affiliate link. I include products because they're good, not because I get paid to mention them.
It doesn't. My recommendations are based on research, engineering judgment, and 30 years of IT experience. If a product has a real flaw, I say so. If a cheaper option does the job, I'll recommend the cheaper option even if it pays less commission.
The tools on this site — the WiFi calculator and others — calculate results based on your inputs. The math doesn't care about commissions. If a budget router is right for your home, the calculator will say so.
| Program | Commission structure | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Associates | 1–10% depending on product category | Active |
| Best Buy (Impact) | Varies by product category | Pending approval |
| Newegg (CJ Affiliate) | Varies by product category | Pending approval |
| NordVPN | Recurring commission | Pending approval |
| 1Password | 25% recurring | Pending approval |
| Backblaze | Varies | Pending approval |
This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255) and the Amazon Associates Program Operating Agreement. Affiliate links are identified with rel="sponsored" in the HTML of this site.
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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