Use product imagery with care
Prefer a direct merchant image or a clearly identified creator photo of the item. If a page blocks image extraction, use a neutral placeholder rather than the HTML page, a video frame, or an unrelated image. A placeholder is more honest than a misleading thumbnail.
Present price as temporary information
Prices, shipping, discounts, and currencies can change by region and over time. If you display a price, make clear that the merchant page is authoritative and verify the value when practical. Avoid framing an old discount as a current offer.
Fix mismatches quickly
Give viewers an easy way to report a broken or incorrect listing. Recheck high-traffic links first, then review the rest of the catalog on a schedule. Fast corrections show that the creator takes recommendations seriously.
Explain what a photo shows
If you use your own photo of a product, say so; if the image comes from the merchant, make sure it is the same variant you recommend. Color is the most common mismatch, so mention the shade you chose when the listing offers several.
Treat accuracy as part of the content
Shoppers notice when details are wrong, and they rarely report it; they simply stop trusting the page. Accurate photos, current prices, and honest labels are part of the recommendation, not admin work around it. Set aside regular time to check them the way you would plan a new video.
Quick checklist
- Use the merchant image for the exact variant you recommend.
- Say that prices can change and the store page is authoritative.
- Check high-traffic links first.
- Fix reported mismatches quickly.
