Advertising Disclosure
We believe in complete transparency. Here's how we make money and how we maintain our editorial independence.
Last updated: December 2025
We Earn Commissions
When you click our links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Independent Reviews
Our ratings and recommendations are never influenced by affiliate relationships or advertising.
Always Disclosed
Sponsored content and affiliate links are clearly labeled throughout our website.
How We Make Money
Pickify is a free resource for consumers. To keep our content free and support our operations, we generate revenue through the following methods:
1. Affiliate Commissions
When you click on a link to a product or service on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the company. This commission comes at no additional cost to you – the price you pay is the same whether you use our link or not.
We have affiliate relationships with many of the companies whose products we review, including but not limited to VPN providers, web hosting companies, and email marketing platforms.
2. Sponsored Placements
Some companies pay for featured placement or "sponsored" badges on our website. These placements are always clearly labeled as "Sponsored" or "Ad."
Important: Sponsored placement does NOT influence our ratings or review conclusions. A company cannot pay for a higher score or more favorable review. Our editorial process is completely separate from our business relationships.
3. Display Advertising
We may display advertisements from advertising networks on our website. These ads are served by third parties and are separate from our editorial content.
Our Editorial Independence
We take several steps to ensure our reviews remain unbiased and trustworthy:
- Separate Teams: Our editorial team operates independently from our business and advertising teams.
- Consistent Methodology: We use the same testing and scoring criteria for all products, regardless of affiliate relationships.
- Honest Criticism: We publish negative reviews when warranted, even for products we have affiliate relationships with.
- Regular Updates: We continuously update our reviews to reflect current product performance, not business relationships.
How to Identify Affiliate Links
Links that may result in affiliate commissions are typically:
- "Visit Site" or "Get Started" buttons on product review pages
- Links to product websites within review content
- Comparison table links to vendor websites
When you see these links, you can assume they may be affiliate links unless otherwise stated.
Sponsored Content Labels
We clearly label sponsored content using the following indicators:
- Sponsored badge on product cards
- "Sponsored" or "Ad" text near the content
- Disclosure statements in sponsored articles
FTC Compliance
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials. We are committed to honest and transparent practices.
Questions?
If you have questions about our advertising practices or this disclosure, please contact us. We are happy to provide clarification.
Want to Learn More About Our Process?
See exactly how we test and evaluate products in our detailed methodology guide.
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