Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about how The Prescription works, what we recommend, and what we will never do.
Pricing & access
We're free. Always. We make money when you click an Amazon affiliate link and buy through Amazon — at no extra cost to you. No paid tier. No subscriptions. No paywall.
Frequently asked questions
How is The Prescription free?+
We're part of the Amazon Associates program. When you click an Amazon link from our site and buy something, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
How many questions does it ask?+
Usually 1-3. Sometimes 0 if your first message is detailed. Up to 5 for complex multi-system builds.
Can I add context mid-flow?+
Yes — every turn after question 1 includes a free-type option.
Can I skip the questions?+
Yes — every turn after question 1 includes a "prescribe now with what I've given you" option.
How is this different from Wirecutter?+
Free, instant, personalized to your exact use case, covers any product.
How is this different from ChatGPT?+
We verify every ASIN, account for color variants, and load your actual Amazon cart.
Do you take sponsorships?+
No. No brand deals, no PR samples. Just standard Amazon affiliate commission.
What if your pick is wrong?+
Tell us why and we re-prescribe instantly.
Do you track me across sessions?+
No profiling. Each consult is independent.
Is my conversation private?+
Conversations are stored so you can revisit your past prescriptions, but they're not shared with anyone.
Can businesses use this?+
Yes — same product, same flow. Particularly useful for small-business buying.
Can I get cross-session memory?+
Not yet — on the roadmap.
Have a different question?
Email alphamarketinggroup916@gmail.com.