Affiliate Disclosure
TheStackLens is a reader-supported independent software review publication. When you click certain links on this site and make a purchase or sign up for a service, we may earn a commission — at no additional cost to you.
The short version: Some links on TheStackLens are affiliate links. We earn a small commission if you buy through them. This never influences our scores, recommendations, or editorial content. We only recommend tools we have tested or would genuinely use ourselves.
What Is an Affiliate Link?
An affiliate link is a tracked URL that tells a software company or hosting provider that a visitor came from TheStackLens. If that visitor signs up or makes a purchase, we receive a commission as a referral fee.
Affiliate links look and function exactly like regular links. Clicking an affiliate link does not cost you anything extra — the price you pay is identical whether you arrive through our link or navigate to the company's website directly.
Which Programs We're Affiliated With
We are currently affiliated with or in the process of applying to the following programs. This list is updated as new relationships are established:
| Company | Category | Commission Type | Tested |
|---|---|---|---|
| GoHighLevel | CRM / Agency Software | 40% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| HubSpot | CRM / Marketing | $250–$1,000 per sale | ✓ Yes |
| Kinsta | Managed Hosting | $50–$500 + 10% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| Cloudways | Cloud Hosting | $125 flat or 7% lifetime | ✓ Yes |
| Systeme.io | Funnel Builder | 60% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| ClickFunnels | Funnel Builder | 30% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| ActiveCampaign | Email Marketing / CRM | 20–30% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| GetResponse | Email Marketing | 33% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| Chatbase | AI Chatbots | 30% recurring | ✓ Yes |
| Intercom | Customer Support / AI | Varies | ✓ Yes |
Our Editorial Standards
- Every tool is tested hands-on for a minimum of 14 days before any verdict is published
- Scores are assigned independently across 8 dimensions — features, UX, pricing, support, integrations, reliability, scalability, and value
- We do not accept payment to change a score or verdict
- When an affiliated tool loses a comparison, we say so clearly
- Pricing and feature data is verified at publication and reviewed quarterly
FTC Compliance
This disclosure is made in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255) and equivalent regulations in the UK (ASA/CAP), Australia (ACCC), and Canada (Competition Bureau).
Contact
Questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial process? Email us at editorial@thestacklens.com
Last updated: June 2026 · TheStackLens is operated by K. Bimal · This page is updated whenever affiliate relationships change.