Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: January 31, 2026
Transparency Statement
SmartNet Tools believes in transparency and honesty. This page discloses our affiliate relationships and how we may earn revenue through our website.
Affiliate Relationships
SmartNet Tools may participate in various affiliate programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our site and make a purchase or sign up for a service, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
We may have affiliate relationships with:
- Educational platforms (Coursera, Udemy, etc.)
- Technology companies and services
- Software providers
- Hosting services
- Other relevant tools and services
Advertising and Monetization
We display advertisements through third-party networks including:
- Google AdSense: Contextual advertising
- Adsterra: Display advertising
- Montag Ads: Ad network services
These ad networks may use cookies and tracking technologies to serve relevant ads based on your browsing history.
Our Recommendations
While we may earn commissions from affiliate links, our recommendations are based on:
- Quality and value of the product or service
- Relevance to our audience
- Our personal experience when possible
- Industry reputation and reviews
We only recommend products and services we believe will benefit our users.
Free IT Certificates
The certificates listed on our Free IT Certificates page are genuinely free (audit mode or free tier). Some links may be affiliate links, but this does not affect the free availability of these certificates. We have verified each certificate's free status.
Your Support
When you use our affiliate links or interact with ads, you help support SmartNet Tools at no extra cost to you. This allows us to:
- Continue providing free tools and resources
- Maintain and improve the website
- Create new tools and content
- Keep all our tools free for everyone
Questions?
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us.