Introduction
At BestHostingRating.com, we’re committed to transparency in everything we do, including how we make money. This Affiliate Disclosure explains our relationship with the WordPress hosting providers and other web hosting services we review and recommend on our website.
What Are Affiliate Links?
We participate in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on products and services purchased through links on our website. These affiliate links work in the following way:
- We include special tracking links to products and services on our website
- When you click on these links and make a purchase, we receive a small commission
- The price you pay remains exactly the same whether you use our affiliate links or go directly to the vendor’s website
Our Affiliate Relationships
BestHostingRating.com has affiliate relationships with many of the WordPress hosting providers and web hosting services we review, including but not limited to:
- Hosting.com (formerly A2hosting)
- Stablepoint
- Webcentral
- SiteGround
- Fixed.net
- Other hosting providers mentioned throughout our website
We want to emphasize that not all links on our website are affiliate links, but many are.
How This Affects Our Reviews
Our first priority is providing honest, accurate, and helpful information to our readers.
While we do earn commissions from affiliate links, this does not influence our reviews or recommendations in any way. Our review process is:
- Independent: Our testing and evaluation methods are applied consistently regardless of affiliate relationships
- Thorough: We thoroughly test and evaluate each hosting provider based on consistent criteria
- Transparent: We clearly disclose the pros and cons of each hosting provider
- Unbiased: Our ratings and recommendations are based solely on the quality of the service, not on the commission rates offered
We often recommend hosting providers with whom we have no affiliate relationship if we believe they offer the best solution for a particular need.
Commission Disclosure
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, we want to be clear that we receive financial compensation in the form of commissions when you purchase products or services through our affiliate links. These commissions help us maintain and improve BestHostingRating.com and continue providing high-quality, free content about WordPress hosting options.
The commission rates vary by provider and product but generally range from 20% to 50% of the initial purchase amount. In some cases, we may also receive recurring commissions if you remain a customer of the service.
How We Use Affiliate Commissions
The commissions we earn through affiliate links help support our work in several ways:
- Covering the costs of running and maintaining BestHostingRating.com
- Purchasing hosting plans for testing and reviews
- Paying our team to research, test, and write comprehensive reviews
- Keeping our content up-to-date with the latest information
- Providing free resources and guides about WordPress hosting
Identifying Affiliate Links
To maintain transparency, we use the following methods to identify affiliate links on our website:
- This Affiliate Disclosure page, which is linked from our main menu and footer
- Disclosure statements at the beginning of articles and reviews
- Specific notices near affiliate links or buttons where appropriate
Your Trust Matters
We understand that our reputation depends on your trust. We’re committed to maintaining the highest standards of honesty and transparency in our reviews and recommendations.
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or review process, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Non-Affiliate Content
Many articles and resources on BestHostingRating.com contain no affiliate links and are provided purely for informational purposes. We’re passionate about WordPress hosting and committed to educating our readers, regardless of whether there’s a financial benefit to us.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update our Affiliate Disclosure from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Affiliate Disclosure on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date at the bottom.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Affiliate Disclosure or our affiliate relationships, please contact us using the contact information provided on our website.