Affiliate Disclosure

1. What Are Affiliate Links?

An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks when you click it and make a booking through a partner website. When you use our link to book a flight, hotel, or travel experience, the merchant (airline, booking platform, hotel chain, etc.) recognizes that you came from SnapClaps and may pay us a commission.

Example: You see a deal for "Paris flights from $289" on SnapClaps. You click the link, go to the booking platform, and complete your purchase. The booking platform pays SnapClaps a commission (typically 1-10% of the base booking value, depending on the partner). Your price remains exactly the same—the commission comes from the merchant, not from your pocket.

2. How We Earn Commissions

2.1 Commission Model

SnapClaps participates in performance-based affiliate programs. Here's how it works:

• You click our link → A tracking cookie is placed on your device
• You complete a booking → The merchant recognizes the sale came from SnapClaps
• We receive a commission → Typically 1-10% of the base booking value (varies by partner)
• Your price = retail price → You pay the same amount whether you click our link or go directly

2.2 Commission Rates Vary

Commission rates differ by partner and product type:

• Flight bookings: Typically 1-3% commission
• Hotel bookings: Typically 2-8% commission
• Tour & activities: Typically 3-10% commission
• Car rentals: Typically 2-5% commission
• Travel insurance: Typically 5-20% commission
• Premium products (private jets, luxury travel): Up to 30% on some products

Commissions are earned only if you complete a booking. Clicks without purchases generate no revenue for SnapClaps.

3. Our Affiliate Partners

SnapClaps partners with the following affiliate networks and travel service providers:

3.1 Specific Merchants We Link To

Via our affiliate networks, we earn commissions from bookings on (but not limited to):

• Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com (hotel and flight metasearch)
• Kayak, Skyscanner, Google Flights (flight search and booking)
• GetYourGuide, Viator (tours and activities)
• Rentalcars.com, Europcar (car rentals)
• Trip.com, Travelata (international booking platforms)
• Airlines (direct partnerships where available)
• Hotel chains (direct partnerships where available)
• Tour operators and travel agencies

3.2 Affiliate Partnerships Are Not Endorsements

While we work with reputable partners, affiliate relationships do not imply endorsement. We recommend researching any booking platform before providing payment information. Always review:

• User reviews and ratings
• Cancellation policies
• Customer service ratings
• Privacy and security practices

4. How We Disclose Affiliate Links

We are committed to transparent disclosure. Our affiliate relationships are disclosed in the following ways:

4.1 On Our Website

• General disclosure: "Affiliate links" or "we earn a commission" appears in our footer and key pages
• Per-link disclosure: Deal cards and CTAs may be marked as "affiliate link" or "we earn a commission"
• Privacy policy: Full details of affiliate practices in our Privacy Policy
• This page: Complete affiliate transparency statement

4.2 On Our Social Media (TikTok, Instagram)

• Hashtag disclosure: #ad, #affiliate, or #sponsored where applicable
• Caption disclosure: "Link in bio earns commission" or similar language
• Profile link: Bio links to snapclaps.com with full disclosure
• FTC compliance: We follow FTC guidelines for social media disclosures

4.3 In Our Blog Articles

• Article headers: "This article contains affiliate links" at the top
• Link context: Links are clearly marked as affiliate links in text
• Footer disclosure: Each article has a full affiliate disclaimer

5. No Extra Cost to You

Why? Affiliate commissions come from the merchant's marketing budget, not from customer prices. Airlines, hotels, and booking platforms set their prices independently. When you book through our link, the merchant simply credits SnapClaps with the referral.

5.1 Price Comparison

• Booking via SnapClaps affiliate link: $289 per flight
• Booking directly on airline website: $289 per flight
• Booking via different affiliate: $289 per flight

The price is identical. The only difference: the merchant may pay SnapClaps a commission for the referral.

6. Does Affiliation Impact Our Recommendations?

6.1 Our Commitment to Objectivity

SnapClaps is primarily a deal curation platform. We search for real, verified deals across multiple booking platforms and present them to our audience. Our primary goal is to find incredible value for travelers, not to maximize our affiliate commissions.

6.2 Deal Selection Process

We select deals based on:

• Savings percentage: How much money you save vs. regular prices
• Deal authenticity: Is it a real deal or an error fare that might be cancelled?
• Desirability: Is this a destination or experience our audience wants?
• Booking quality: Can you actually complete the booking without issues?

We do NOT prioritize deals based on which affiliate partner pays the highest commission.

6.3 Partner Selection

We partner with major, reputable travel booking platforms (Booking.com, Expedia, etc.) because they are trusted by millions and offer competitive pricing—not because they pay particularly high commissions. In fact, some of our best partners pay relatively modest commissions because their value to customers is already strong.

7. FTC Compliance & Legal

7.1 FTC Endorsement Guides

SnapClaps complies with the Federal Trade Commission's Endorsement Guides, which require:

• Clear & Conspicuous Disclosure: Affiliate relationships must be easy to spot
• Upfront Honesty: We disclose before you click
• No Deceptive Practices: We don't hide affiliate relationships or use misleading CTAs
• Accurate Claims: We don't exaggerate savings or make false promises about deals

7.2 FTC Act, Section 5

Section 5 of the FTC Act prohibits unfair or deceptive practices. SnapClaps commits to:

• Disclosing material connections (affiliate relationships) clearly
• Not using misleading language or hidden disclosures
• Not making claims we cannot substantiate
• Honoring our affiliate disclosures consistently across all channels

7.3 FTC Staff Guidance on Social Media Disclosures

For TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube content, we follow FTC guidance:

• #ad or #sponsored: Clearly mark content where we benefit financially
• Disclosure placement: Disclosures appear before viewers are encouraged to click
• Platform native tools: We use platform-native disclosure features (TikTok brand partnerships, Instagram links)

8. Our Transparency Pledge

SnapClaps believes in full transparency regarding our business model and affiliate relationships. Here's our pledge to you:

• Open about affiliate income: We disclose that we earn commissions
• Clear about what affects recommendations: We explain that deals are chosen by value, not commission
• Honest about limitations: We acknowledge that affiliate relationships exist and you deserve to know about them
• Accessible contact information: You can reach out to us with questions anytime
• Updated disclosures: We keep this page current as partnerships and programs change
• No hidden links: All links that generate commissions are disclosed (or we use no-follow tags if hidden)

9. Questions?

Have More Questions About Our Affiliate Relationships?

We're happy to clarify anything about how we earn money or manage affiliate partnerships. Reach out:

What if I find an affiliate link that isn't disclosed?

We take disclosure seriously. If you find a link on our website, blog, or social media that should be disclosed as an affiliate link and isn't, please report it immediately to hello@snapclaps.com. We will investigate and correct it.

How can I avoid affiliate links?

If you prefer not to use our affiliate links, simply:

• Search for the flight, hotel, or tour directly on Google or the provider's website
• Navigate to booking platforms directly (Booking.com, Expedia, etc.) without clicking our links
• Use a link-shortening service or private browser window to block tracking cookies

You'll pay the same price either way, but we won't earn a commission. We respect that choice.

Summary

Bottom line: SnapClaps earns affiliate commissions when you book through our links. We are transparent about this, you pay no extra cost, and our deal selection is based on value to you, not commission size. We comply with FTC guidelines and maintain clear disclosures across all channels. Thank you for supporting SnapClaps by using our links—it helps us continue finding amazing travel deals for our community.

This Affiliate Disclosure page is maintained by Varshyl Inc and applies to SnapClaps (OopsLuxEscapes) across all platforms: website, blog, TikTok, Instagram, and other channels. Last updated April 2026.