Disclosure & Affiliate Advertising Policy

Disclosure & Affiliate Advertising Policy: Last updated: October 10, 2025

At Grow a Good Life, transparency and honesty are very important to me. This website is a personal blog written and edited by me, Rachel Arsenault. The content reflects my own experiences, opinions, and research related to gardening, preserving, and cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

If you have questions about this policy, please reach out through the Contact Page.

General Disclosure

The information provided on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only. While I strive to share accurate and up-to-date information, I make no guarantees or warranties about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of any content.

Use the information on this website at your own discretion and risk. Grow a Good Life is not responsible for any loss or damage that may occur from reliance on the information presented here or from the use of linked third-party resources.

Advertising and Sponsorship

This website contains paid advertising and sponsorships to help support the cost of operating and maintaining the site.

Raptive Advertising

This Site is affiliated with CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a Raptive (“Raptive”) for the purpose of placing advertisements. Raptive collects and uses certain data for advertising purposes.
To learn more about Raptive’s data usage, visit: https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement/

Sponsored Content

From time to time, I may partner with brands or companies for sponsored posts. These partnerships are carefully chosen and will always be disclosed within the post itself. Sponsored content is created by me and reflects my honest opinions, findings, and experiences. Compensation never influences the integrity of my content.

Affiliate Links

Some of the links on this website are affiliate links. This means that if you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.

I only recommend products and services that I personally use, trust, or believe will add genuine value for readers.

Amazon Associates Program

Grow a Good Life participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for websites to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Other Affiliate Programs

I may also participate in other affiliate programs related to gardening, preserving, cooking, or homesteading products. Each affiliate relationship is disclosed as required by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in compliance with the 16 CFR Part 255 – Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Product Reviews

Occasionally, I review products that I have personally purchased or that were provided to me at no cost for testing or review. If a post includes a gifted item or paid collaboration, it will be clearly disclosed within that post. All opinions expressed are my own, honest evaluations.

Views and Opinions

The views and opinions expressed on Grow a Good Life are entirely my own. Any claims, statistics, or representations about a product or service should be verified directly with the manufacturer or provider.

Affiliate relationships or sponsorships never affect the content, topics, or posts I choose to share.

Liability Disclaimer

While every effort is made to ensure this website runs smoothly, Grow a Good Life takes no responsibility for and will not be liable for the website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our control.

Additionally, Grow a Good Life will not be held liable for any losses or damages, including indirect or consequential losses, that may arise from the use or reliance on information or products mentioned on this site.

In Short

I value your trust. If I’m being paid, receiving a free product, or using an affiliate link that earns a commission, you’ll always know. My goal is to provide content that genuinely helps you grow, preserve, and savor good food without hidden motives.