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Noble Knows believes you should know when a product was purchased, gifted, commission-eligible, or part of a paid partnership.

Effective date
July 13, 2026

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This page explains the material relationships that may exist behind Noble Knows content. A disclosure provides context; it does not automatically mean a review was paid for or that an opinion was directed by a brand.

Editorial independence

Opinions, experiences, and recommendations presented by Noble Knows are Loren Noble’s own. A product, payment, affiliate opportunity, or brand relationship does not guarantee coverage, a posting date, a positive review, or continued promotion.

When a collaboration includes specific talking points, deliverables, or approvals, those requirements do not permit a brand to replace an honest opinion with a claim Loren does not support.

Personally purchased products

Some products featured by Noble Knows are purchased with personal funds and have no material brand relationship connected to the content. When useful, content may identify a product as personally purchased or use plain language such as “bought with my own money.”

A later affiliate link or brand relationship does not change the fact that the original product may have been personally purchased.

Gifted products and PR

A brand, retailer, publicist, or agency may provide a product at no cost or send it as public-relations mail. When that complimentary product is featured, Noble Knows aims to disclose the relationship clearly with language such as “gifted,” “PR,” “product provided,” or an equivalent platform label.

Receiving a gifted product does not guarantee that it will be featured, reviewed positively, or reviewed at all. Unsolicited products may not receive coverage.

Paid partnerships and sponsored content

When Noble Knows receives payment or other material compensation to create or publish content, that relationship is identified using clear language such as “ad,” “advertisement,” “sponsored,” or “paid partnership,” together with the applicable platform disclosure tool when one is available.

Sponsored deliverables, timing, usage rights, exclusivity, whitelisting, and paid media rights are governed by the specific collaboration agreement. Payment for content does not by itself purchase a favorable opinion.

Affiliate links and commissions

Some links may be affiliate links. If you follow one of these links and make a qualifying purchase, Noble Knows may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate eligibility does not determine whether a product is recommended.

Links may lead to Amazon, TikTok Shop, brand websites, retailers, or other affiliate platforms. Prices, availability, seller terms, and retailer policies are controlled by those third parties and may change.

Amazon Associates

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

How disclosures appear

Disclosures are intended to be clear, noticeable, and close to the relevant recommendation. Depending on the format, disclosure may appear:

within the video itself, not only in its caption or description;
visibly and audibly when practical, so the relationship is clear whether someone watches with or without sound;
near the beginning of a caption or written review;
next to an affiliate or shopping link; and
through a platform’s paid-partnership, promotional-content, or shopping label as a supplement to clear disclosure language.

Livestream disclosures should be repeated periodically so people joining later can understand the relationship. Concise labels such as “ad,” “sponsored,” “gifted,” and “affiliate link” are preferred over vague wording such as “collab,” “partner,” “ambassador,” or “thanks.” A platform tool should not be the only disclosure when plain-language disclosure can also be included.

Product claims and purchasing decisions

Noble Knows shares firsthand impressions and creator commentary, not individualized medical, financial, or professional advice. Product details and claims may come from labels, manufacturers, sellers, or other referenced sources. Ingredients, specifications, prices, and availability can change, so verify important details with the manufacturer or retailer.

Fragrance, skincare, wellness, home, technology, outdoor, and fitness products can affect people differently. Use your own judgment and follow appropriate instructions and safety guidance.