Affiliate Disclosure

Last Updated: October 26, 2025

Important Disclosure

BestVPSHosting.io participates in affiliate marketing programs. We may earn commissions when you click on certain links and make purchases through our website.

However, our rankings remain completely unbiased and based solely on our rigorous testing methodology.

What This Means for You

Transparency is at the core of our business model. Here's what you need to know about how we operate:

We May Earn Commissions

When you click on affiliate links to VPS hosting providers and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from that provider at no additional cost to you.

Our Rankings Remain Unbiased

Affiliate relationships do NOT influence our rankings, reviews, or editorial content. Our methodology is transparent and based on objective performance testing.

You Pay the Same Price

Using our affiliate links does not increase the price you pay. In many cases, we negotiate exclusive discounts for our users.

Complete Transparency

We clearly identify affiliate links where applicable and maintain full transparency about our business model and revenue sources.

1. Affiliate Relationships

1.1 What Are Affiliate Programs?

Affiliate programs are marketing arrangements where we promote VPS hosting providers in exchange for a commission on sales or referrals. This is a common business model in the technology and web hosting industries.

1.2 How We Participate

We participate in affiliate programs with many VPS hosting providers featured on our website. When we recommend a provider, we may include:

  • Affiliate Links: Special tracking links that identify referrals from our website
  • Banner Ads: Promotional banners for VPS providers with whom we have affiliate relationships
  • Comparison Tables: Product comparison tools that may include affiliate links
  • Review Content: Detailed reviews with affiliate links to providers
  • Promotional Codes: Exclusive discount codes that may generate affiliate commissions

1.3 Types of Compensation

We may receive various forms of compensation:

Commission on Sales

We earn a percentage of the sale when you purchase a VPS plan through our affiliate link.

Pay-Per-Lead (PPL)

We may receive a fixed amount when you sign up for a free trial or submit your information.

Pay-Per-Click (PPC)

In some cases, we may earn a small commission simply for clicks to provider websites (though this is rare).

Recurring Commissions

Some providers pay ongoing commissions for as long as you remain a customer.

2. Editorial Independence & Integrity

Our Commitment to You

We maintain strict editorial independence. Our rankings, reviews, and recommendations are based on:

  • Objective performance testing and benchmarks
  • Real-world user reviews and feedback
  • Our proprietary evaluation methodology
  • Expert analysis and technical expertise
  • Industry standards and best practices

2.1 What Doesn't Influence Our Rankings

The following factors do NOT affect our rankings or editorial decisions:

  • Affiliate commission rates or amounts
  • Payments or sponsorships from VPS providers
  • Requests from providers to improve their rankings
  • Advertising spend or promotional partnerships
  • Personal relationships with provider representatives

2.2 How We Maintain Independence

We have strict policies in place to ensure editorial integrity:

Separation of Editorial and Business Teams:

Our editorial team operates independently from our business development and affiliate management teams.

Transparent Methodology:

Our testing methodology is publicly available and based on objective criteria.

Regular Re-testing:

We regularly re-test VPS providers to ensure rankings reflect current performance.

User Feedback Integration:

We incorporate real user reviews and community feedback into our evaluations.

No Pay-for-Placement:

Providers cannot pay for better rankings or preferential treatment.

3. Benefits to You

Our affiliate model actually provides several benefits to our users:

Exclusive Deals

We negotiate special discounts and promotional offers exclusively for our users.

Free Service

Affiliate commissions allow us to provide our comparison service completely free to users.

Continuous Improvement

Revenue from affiliates funds our testing infrastructure and allows us to expand our coverage.

Independent Reviews

We're not owned by any VPS provider, ensuring unbiased comparisons.

4. Identifying Affiliate Links

We strive to be transparent about which links are affiliate links:

4.1 Where Affiliate Links Appear

  • Provider review pages
  • Comparison tables and ranking lists
  • "Visit Provider" or "Get Started" buttons
  • Banner advertisements
  • Product recommendations in articles and guides
  • Email newsletters and promotional communications

4.2 Link Disclosure

We mark affiliate links in several ways:

  • This disclosure page (which applies site-wide)
  • Contextual disclosures near affiliate links (when appropriate)
  • HTML rel="sponsored" attributes on affiliate links for search engine transparency
  • Clear labeling of promotional content

5. Non-Affiliate Content

Not all content on our website is affiliate-related:

5.1 Educational Content

We provide extensive educational resources with no affiliate links, including:

  • Technical guides and tutorials
  • Industry news and analysis
  • Best practices and recommendations
  • VPS technology explainers

5.2 Community Features

Our community platforms allow users to:

  • Share honest reviews without affiliate bias
  • Ask questions and get peer support
  • Report issues with VPS providers
  • Contribute to our knowledge base

6. Sponsored Content & Advertisements

6.1 Sponsored Content Policy

In addition to affiliate commissions, we may occasionally publish sponsored content. Sponsored content is clearly labeled as:

  • "Sponsored Post"
  • "Paid Partnership"
  • "Advertisement"
  • "Promoted Content"

Sponsored content is always clearly distinguished from editorial content and does not affect our rankings or independent reviews.

6.2 Display Advertising

We may display banner ads and other advertising from:

  • VPS hosting providers
  • Related technology services
  • Third-party advertising networks (Google AdSense, etc.)

Advertisements are separate from editorial content and do not influence our rankings.

7. Your Choice

Using our affiliate links is completely optional:

  • You can visit VPS provider websites directly without using our links
  • Our content remains valuable and accessible regardless of whether you use affiliate links
  • Using our links supports our work and helps us continue providing free resources
  • You will receive the same service and pricing whether or not you use our affiliate links

8. FTC Compliance

We comply with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines regarding affiliate disclosures and endorsements. This includes:

  • Clear and conspicuous disclosure of affiliate relationships
  • Honest and truthful representations about products and services
  • Disclosure of material connections with advertisers
  • Substantiation of any claims made about VPS providers

For more information about FTC guidelines, visit: FTC Endorsement Guidelines

9. Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our affiliate relationships or business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated disclosure on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
  • Sending email notifications for material changes (if applicable)

10. Questions & Transparency

We believe in complete transparency. If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or this disclosure, please contact us:

Email: legal@bestvpshosting.io

Editorial Policy: bestvpshosting.io/editorial-policy

Methodology: bestvpshosting.io/methodology

Response Time: Within 7 business days

Bottom Line: We may earn commissions through links on this website, but our rankings remain unbiased and based solely on performance testing and user feedback. Your trust is our most valuable asset, and we work hard every day to maintain it.

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