Affiliate Disclosure

Transparency matters to us. Here's exactly how we earn, and how it affects our recommendations.

Our Commitment to Honesty

YourBackyardKnows.com is an independent media company based in Charleston, SC. We publish practical, research-backed advice for homeowners who want to get more from their outdoor space. Some of the links on our site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click and make a purchase — at no extra cost to you.

We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe are useful. Affiliate commissions help us keep the lights on and continue publishing free content, but they never influence which products we feature or how we rate them.

Affiliate Programs We Participate In

We currently work with the following affiliate networks and programs:

Do Your Own Pest Control — via Awin

We participate in the Do Your Own Pest Control affiliate program, operated through the Awin affiliate network. When you click a product link on our Pest Control pages and make a purchase on doyourown.com, we may earn a commission. Do Your Own Pest Control is a professional-grade pest supply retailer trusted by homeowners and licensed applicators.

Wayfair — via CJ (Commission Junction)

We participate in the Wayfair affiliate program, operated through CJ (Commission Junction). When you click a product link on our Outdoor Living, Outdoor Cooking, or Shopping pages and make a purchase on wayfair.com, we may earn a commission. Wayfair is one of the largest online retailers for outdoor furniture, patio décor, outdoor cooking equipment, and home goods.

Amazon Associates Program — Pending Approval

We intend to participate 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. Once approved, some product links on this site may direct to Amazon.com, and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. We will update this disclosure when our participation becomes active.

What This Means for You

You never pay more — affiliate commissions come from the retailer, not from you.
We do not accept payment to feature or promote specific products.
Our editorial opinions are our own and are not influenced by affiliate relationships.
We clearly label affiliate links where required by our affiliate network agreements.
We strive to only link to products we would personally recommend to a friend or neighbor.

FTC Disclosure

In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255), we disclose that this site contains affiliate links. When you click these links and make a purchase, YourBackyardKnows.com may receive compensation. This disclosure applies site-wide wherever product links or recommendations appear.

Questions?

If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we select the products we recommend, please reach out to us at frank@internationalforwardingacademy.com. We're happy to explain anything in more detail.

Last updated: April 2026