Last updated: September 2026

A quick word before anything else — transparency is the baseline here, not the exception. This page explains honestly how Fig & Brine generates revenue and how that affects what we publish. The short answer is: less than you might think.

Our Advertising Policy

Fig & Brine uses Google AdSense to display advertising on this website. That means you may see ads on some pages that are automatically selected by Google based on the content of our website and/or your previous browsing behavior.

We do not choose these ads ourselves. Google determines which ads appear based on cookies and browsing data. Ad revenue helps us keep Fig & Brine free and accessible for everyone — so the preserved lemon recipes and the olive oil deep-dives stay free, always.

You Are in Control

Don’t want to see personalized ads? No problem. You can adjust your advertising preferences at any time through:

What Data Do Ads Collect?

Google AdSense may collect anonymous data through cookies, such as your browser type, general location, and interests. We never share personal data directly with advertisers. For more information, see the Google Privacy Policy and our own Privacy Policy.

No Affiliate Links

Fig & Brine does not use affiliate links. When we recommend an ingredient, a pantry staple, a piece of cookware, or a producer worth knowing about, it is because we genuinely use it and believe in it — not because we earn anything from the recommendation. Every product mention on this website is completely independent and uncompensated.

Sponsored Content

Fig & Brine may occasionally work with brands on sponsored content. When this happens, it will always be clearly disclosed at the top of the post with the label “Sponsored” or “In partnership with [brand].” Sponsored content is held to the exact same editorial and testing standards as our regular content — we only publish what we genuinely stand behind, and we only work with brands whose products we would reach for in our own kitchen.

Products Received for Review

We may occasionally receive products from brands to test and review at no cost. Receiving a free product does not obligate us to publish a positive review in any way. Our opinions are always honest, independent, and critical where criticism is warranted. When a product has been received free of charge, we will say so clearly in the relevant post.

Clicks on Ads and Changes

Fig & Brine is not responsible for the content or policies of external websites reached through ads on this website. This disclosure may be updated from time to time. The most current version will always be available on this page.

Contact

Questions about our disclosure or how we work with brands? Reach out at contact@figandbrine.com.