Last updated: August 14, 2026
Korean English Lab (kelkorean.com) is an independent educational website operated by Minhyung Cha. This page explains how this site makes money, what our content is and is not, and what you should know before acting on anything you read here. We publish this information so that you always know where our recommendations come from.
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Our Own Products
Korean English Lab sells bilingual Korean–English worksheets, flashcards, and printable workbooks through our own shop. When we link to these materials, we are linking to products we created and sell directly. We earn money when you buy them.
We mention our own materials only where they are genuinely relevant to the article you are reading. You never need to buy anything to use the free content on this site.
Affiliate Links
Some articles on this site may contain affiliate links. If you click one of these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. The price you pay is exactly the same as it would be if you had visited the retailer directly.
Where affiliate links are used, we follow these rules:
- We only link to products, books, apps, or services we have actually used or that we would recommend to a friend learning Korean.
- We disclose affiliate relationships clearly within the article itself, not only on this page.
- A commission never changes our assessment. If we think something is not worth your money, we say so.
Any affiliate relationships we participate in operate under the terms of their respective programs. Commissions are paid by the retailer out of their own margin, not added to your bill.
Educational Content Disclaimer
The Korean language lessons, grammar explanations, vocabulary lists, romanizations, and cultural notes on this site are provided for general educational purposes only.
- We aim for accuracy and review our material carefully, but language is living and regional, and usage varies by speaker, generation, and situation. Some explanations are simplified for beginners and do not cover every exception.
- This site is not a substitute for a qualified teacher, a formal course, or an accredited program.
- We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to TOPIK, the National Institute of Korean Language, King Sejong Institute, or any government or examination body. Where we reference these organizations, we do so for informational purposes only. Always confirm exam dates, fees, and requirements on the official websites.
Travel Content Disclaimer
Our travel articles include information on transport, fares, seasons, and destinations in Korea. Prices, schedules, operating hours, and entry requirements change frequently and without notice.
Please verify all time-sensitive details with official sources before you travel or make a booking. We are not responsible for losses arising from out-of-date information.
External Links
This site links to third-party websites for reference and convenience. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, availability, privacy practices, or the products and services they offer. A link is not an endorsement of everything on the destination site.
No Professional Advice
Nothing on this website constitutes legal, financial, immigration, medical, or professional advice of any kind. Consult a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.
Accuracy and Corrections
We work to keep our content correct and current, but we make no warranty that everything on this site is complete, accurate, or up to date at all times.
If you spot an error — a wrong conjugation, an outdated fare, a broken link — we want to know. Please tell us through our Contact page or by email, and we will review and correct it.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this page as our site grows and our monetization methods change. The “last updated” date at the top always reflects the current version.
Contact
Questions about this disclosure, our advertising, or our affiliate relationships?
Korean English Lab (KEL) Operator: Minhyung Cha Email: cmh337@nate.com Website: kelkorean.com
You can also reach us through our Contact page.