Affiliate Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

NYC Compass is dedicated to providing helpful and inspiring New York City travel information at no charge to our readers. To support the operational costs of the website and continue delivering valuable content, we participate in affiliate marketing. This document aims to provide full transparency regarding this practice in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and other applicable regulations.

What is Affiliate Marketing?

Affiliate marketing is a standard online business practice where websites like NYC Compass earn a commission by linking to products or services offered by partner companies. When a user clicks on one of these specifically designated affiliate links and subsequently completes a qualifying action (such as making a purchase, booking a service, or signing up for an offer) on the partner's website, we may receive a commission from that company for the referral.

These commissions typically range from 2% to 10% of the purchase value, depending on the specific affiliate program and product category, though this can vary. The commission structure is determined by our affiliate partners and may change over time.

How Affiliate Marketing Works on NYC Compass

Affiliate links are integrated within our content where relevant and appropriate. These links direct users to travel-related services and products that we believe may be useful for planning a trip to New York City. Examples include links to:

• Hotel and Accommodation Bookings
• Flight Tickets
• Guided Tours and Activities
• Car Rentals and Transportation Services
• Travel Insurance
• eSIM Cards and Connectivity Solutions
• Other Travel Essentials and Services

We collaborate primarily with the reputable affiliate network Travelpayouts, which facilitates our connections with trusted travel service providers such as Booking.com, Expedia, GetYourGuide, and others. These partnerships allow us to recommend services from established companies while receiving compensation for successful referrals.

How to Identify Affiliate Links

We strive to ensure transparency in our use of affiliate links. You may identify affiliate links on NYC Compass in the following ways:

• Contextual indicators within the surrounding text that suggest a commercial recommendation
• The presence of links in sections clearly labeled as recommendations or suggestions
• URLs that may contain tracking parameters or redirect through tracking domains
• In some cases, explicit disclosure statements near groups of affiliate links

While we make efforts to ensure affiliate links are identifiable, we believe the most transparent approach is to assume that any external link to a commercial travel service may potentially be an affiliate link. This disclosure serves as a general notice that such links exist throughout the Website.

Impact on Your Experience

Our use of affiliate links is structured to be unobtrusive and beneficial for both our readers and the sustainability of the site:

• No Additional Cost to You: Clicking on our affiliate links and making a purchase does not result in any extra cost to you. You pay the same price regardless of whether you use our link or navigate directly to the provider's website. In some cases, our affiliate partnerships may even provide access to special offers or discounts not otherwise available.
• Supporting NYC Compass: The commissions earned contribute directly to the operational expenses of maintaining and improving NYC Compass. This funding allows us to consistently produce free, high-quality content and resources without requiring a subscription fee or implementing intrusive advertising.
• Editorial Independence: Our primary goal is to offer genuine, helpful, and objective recommendations. Our content and suggestions stem from thorough research and a commitment to identifying quality services relevant to a New York experience. Affiliate partnerships do not dictate our editorial choices or compromise the integrity of our opinions. We recommend products and services based on their merit and relevance to our readers' needs, not solely on commission potential.

Important Disclaimer

Please be aware that when you click on an affiliate link on NYC Compass, you are leaving our website and navigating to a third-party site. These external websites operate independently and are governed by their own distinct Terms of Service and Privacy Policies. We strongly encourage you to review these documents on any third-party site before making purchases or providing personal information.

NYC Compass is not responsible for the content, accuracy of information, privacy practices, or terms of use associated with these external websites. We cannot guarantee the quality, safety, or legitimacy of any product, service, or company linked to via affiliate links, though we make reasonable efforts to partner with reputable businesses. Any transaction you engage in with these third parties is solely between you and the third party, and any issues that arise should be addressed directly with them.

Partnerships & Collaborations

Beyond standard affiliate relationships, NYC Compass may occasionally enter into more comprehensive partnerships or collaborations with travel-related businesses. These may include:

• Custom content creation highlighting specific services or destinations
• Featured placement of certain partners in dedicated sections
• Joint marketing initiatives or co-branded content

Any such partnerships will be disclosed appropriately within the relevant content. These collaborations are selected based on their relevance to our audience and potential value to NYC travelers.

For partnership inquiries or potential collaborations, please contact us at partnerships@nyccompass.com.

Thank You for Your Support!

By utilizing the affiliate links found on NYC Compass, you directly contribute to the continuation of our work and help maintain this website as a valuable resource for New York City trip planning. If our content and recommendations prove helpful, using these links for relevant purchases is an appreciated form of support.

We remain committed to providing honest, helpful information about New York City travel, regardless of any financial considerations. Your trust is our most valuable asset, and we aim to honor it by maintaining the highest standards of integrity in our content and affiliate practices.