Affiliate Disclosure — TrekYatra
TrekYatra Affiliate Disclosure — Last updated: May 2026.
TrekYatra earns revenue through affiliate commissions on gear links. This costs you nothing extra; merchants pay us, not you. We always disclose these relationships clearly.
What Is an Affiliate Link?
When we link to products or services and you purchase through that link, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. The commission is paid by the merchant, not by you. Affiliate links help us fund the research, trail testing, and editorial work that keeps TrekYatra free to read.
Which Affiliate Programmes Does TrekYatra Use?
- Amazon Associates India: We earn commissions on gear recommendations — backpacks, trekking poles, boots, headlamps, sleeping bags, and safety equipment — when you purchase through our links on Amazon.in. Associate ID: trekyatra21-21.
- Gear and equipment brands: We may have direct affiliate agreements with gear brands for products relevant to Indian trekking.
- Digital products: We sell our own digital products (planning templates, packing checklists, itinerary guides) directly on TrekYatra.
Does Affiliate Revenue Affect Our Editorial Independence?
It does not. Our editorial policy is strict and unconditional:
- We never recommend a product because it pays us a higher commission
- We never give an operator a higher ranking because they have a commercial arrangement with us
- We always disclose affiliate relationships clearly on pages containing affiliate links
- Our gear recommendations are based on trail-tested suitability for Indian conditions, not affiliate rates
How to Identify Affiliate Links on TrekYatra
Links to Amazon and other affiliate programmes include tracking parameters (e.g., ?tag=trekyatra21-21). If you prefer not to use affiliate links, you can search for the same product directly on the retailer's website. Our affiliate links are never hidden or disguised.
Does TrekYatra Follow ASCI and FTC Disclosure Guidelines?
Yes. TrekYatra follows the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) guidelines on sponsored and affiliate content, as well as internationally recognised best practices for disclosure. Any page containing affiliate links includes a clear disclosure notice.
Frequently Asked Questions About TrekYatra's Affiliate Disclosure
Does clicking an affiliate link cost me anything extra?
No. You pay exactly the same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the retailer. The merchant pays us a small commission from their margin.
Does TrekYatra only recommend products it earns commission from?
No. We recommend products based on trail-tested suitability for Indian trekking conditions. Some recommended products may not have any affiliate arrangement with us at all.
How do I know if a link on TrekYatra is an affiliate link?
Affiliate links contain tracking parameters such as ?tag=trekyatra21-21 in the URL. You can hover over any link to inspect it before clicking.
What is TrekYatra's Amazon Associates ID?
Our Amazon Associates India ID is trekyatra21-21. This tag appears in the URL of any Amazon link we include in our content.
Can I opt out of affiliate tracking?
Yes. If you prefer not to use affiliate links, simply search for the product name directly on Amazon.in or the relevant retailer's website and purchase there instead.
Are TrekYatra's trek operator rankings influenced by commercial relationships?
No. Operators are never given a higher ranking because of a commercial arrangement with TrekYatra. Rankings are based on safety record, guide quality, itinerary, and value.
Does TrekYatra sell its own products?
Yes. TrekYatra sells digital products — including planning templates, packing checklists, and itinerary guides — directly through the site. These are not affiliate products; revenue goes directly to TrekYatra.
Who can I contact about TrekYatra's affiliate or editorial policies?
Email [email protected] for any questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial independence.
Questions?
Write to [email protected].