Affiliate Disclosure
HomeCloud HQ is reader-supported. This page explains how affiliate links work, how we earn money, and how we keep recommendations honest.
Last updated: December 16, 2025
What affiliate links are
Some links on HomeCloud HQ are affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
You never pay more by using our links. In some cases, you may receive a discount through a partner promotion.
How we choose what to recommend
Affiliate relationships do not decide our recommendations. We recommend products because they fit a real use case for families and beginners — and we include pros and cons so you can decide.
- Independent research: We prioritize real-world outcomes (ease of setup, reliability, security) over marketing claims.
- Honest tradeoffs: If something is complicated, noisy, risky, or poor value, we say so.
- Updates: We refresh content when models, pricing, or software changes.
Affiliate programs we may participate in
Programs can change over time. When a link is affiliated, we treat it as a disclosed relationship.
- Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Cloud storage partners: For example pCloud, Sync.com (when applicable).
- Other vendors: NAS brands, hard drive vendors, networking/security tools when a relevant program exists.
Amazon Associates disclosure
“HomeCloud HQ 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 and affiliated international sites.”
Sponsored content
If we ever publish sponsored content, it will be clearly labeled (e.g., “Sponsored” or “Paid Partnership”), and we maintain editorial control.
How to identify affiliate content
- Buttons like “Check Price” or “Buy on Amazon” may be affiliate links.
- Some comparison tables may include affiliate links.
- This page is linked in our footer for transparency.
FTC compliance
We aim to follow FTC guidelines related to endorsements and testimonials. You can read the FTC reference here: 16 CFR Part 255 .
Questions?
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial process, contact us: [email protected]
For brand/partner inquiries, use: Partner With HomeCloud HQ.