About HamRadioGuide

Our Mission

HamRadioGuide exists to help complete beginners navigate the world of amateur radio. We believe that ham radio is an incredible hobby that offers emergency preparedness, technical learning, and worldwide community - and it shouldn't be intimidating to get started.

Our goal is to provide clear, accurate, and up-to-date information that helps you:

  • Understand what ham radio is and why it matters
  • Navigate the licensing process with confidence
  • Choose the right equipment for your budget and needs
  • Make your first contact and join the amateur radio community

Why We Created This Site

When researching ham radio as beginners ourselves, we found that many guides were either outdated, overly technical, or buried the practical information under walls of jargon. We wanted to create a resource that gives you exactly what you need to know - nothing more, nothing less.

Every piece of information on this site is researched and verified. We update our content regularly to reflect current FCC fees, exam requirements, and equipment availability.

Our Commitment to Accuracy

We strive to provide accurate information including:

  • Current FCC licensing fees and requirements (2025)
  • Verified Amazon product ASINs and approximate prices
  • Up-to-date exam pool information
  • Real-world advice from the amateur radio community

Affiliate Disclosure

HamRadioGuide is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

When you click on product links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the site and allows us to continue providing free, quality content.

Our recommendations are based on research and community feedback, not affiliate commission rates. We recommend products we believe offer the best value for beginners, regardless of whether they have higher or lower affiliate payouts.

Contact

Have questions, feedback, or suggestions for the site? We'd love to hear from you. While we can't provide personal ham radio advice (consult your local amateur radio club for that!), we're always looking to improve our content.

Resources We Recommend

In addition to our guide, these official resources are invaluable for new hams: