GameHostingReview.com may earn a commission when you purchase certain products or services through links on our website.
We believe you should know when a commercial relationship exists, so this page explains how affiliate links work on GameHostingReview, how they support the website, and how we approach editorial content when affiliate relationships are involved.
Our goal is to keep this process straightforward and transparent.
What Is an Affiliate Link?
An affiliate link is a special link that allows a company to identify when a visitor reaches its website from GameHostingReview.
If you click an affiliate link and later purchase an eligible product or service, the company may pay GameHostingReview a commission.
The commission is generally paid by the company and does not normally add an extra cost to you.
The price you pay may be the same whether you use our affiliate link or visit the provider directly.
How GameHostingReview Uses Affiliate Links
GameHostingReview covers game server hosting providers, hosting plans, related services, and other products or services that may be useful to our readers.
Some of the links in our reviews, comparisons, guides, or other content may be affiliate links.
Not every link on the website is an affiliate link.
We may use affiliate links when an appropriate affiliate program is available and when the service is relevant to the topic being discussed.
We do not add affiliate links simply because a provider has a program. The service should still be relevant to the reader and the article.
How Affiliate Commissions Support the Website
Running and maintaining a review website involves ongoing work.
Affiliate commissions may help support activities such as:
- Researching hosting providers
- Creating and updating reviews
- Maintaining the website
- Producing hosting guides
- Researching pricing and features
- Testing services where access is available
- Updating outdated information
- Covering operating costs
Affiliate income helps us continue publishing content without charging readers for access to the website.
Does an Affiliate Link Cost You More?
In most cases, no.
When you purchase through one of our affiliate links, the provider pays the commission according to its affiliate agreement.
This generally does not mean that you pay an additional fee simply because you used our link.
However, the final price, taxes, fees, promotions, and other charges are controlled by the provider.
For current pricing and terms, always check the provider’s website before purchasing.
Do Affiliate Payments Influence Our Reviews?
Affiliate relationships do not automatically determine our editorial conclusions.
We do not want a commission to be the reason a provider is presented as suitable for a particular reader.
When reviewing or comparing hosting providers, we consider relevant factors such as:
| Evaluation Area | What We Consider |
| Performance | Available resources and relevant performance information |
| Hardware | CPU, RAM, and storage |
| Locations | Available server regions |
| Network | Connectivity and latency-related factors |
| Security | DDoS protection and relevant security features |
| Management | Control panel and server management |
| Backups | Available backup options |
| Support | Available support channels and relevant experience |
| Pricing | Cost, resources, and renewal pricing |
| Scalability | Upgrade and resource options |
| Policies | Refund and service conditions |
The importance of each factor can vary depending on the game and use case.
Affiliate Relationships and Recommendations
A provider having an affiliate program does not automatically make it suitable for every reader.
Likewise, a provider that does not have an affiliate relationship may still be mentioned when it is relevant to the topic.
Our aim is to explain the differences between hosting services so you can decide which option fits your requirements.
We do not believe that every reader should choose the same provider.
Your decision may depend on factors such as:
- Game
- Number of players
- Server location
- RAM requirements
- CPU requirements
- Mods or plugins
- Budget
- Management requirements
- Scalability
Paid Reviews and Affiliate Links Are Different
An affiliate relationship and a sponsored review are not the same thing.
An affiliate relationship means we may receive a commission if a reader purchases through a qualifying link.
Sponsored or paid content involves a separate commercial arrangement and should be identified appropriately.
We do not want readers to confuse an affiliate link with a statement that a provider has paid for a particular editorial conclusion.
Do Providers Pay for Positive Reviews?
We do not intend to present a positive editorial conclusion as something that can simply be purchased.
A hosting provider’s participation in an affiliate program does not by itself determine how we describe the service.
Where we publish a review or comparison, the content should be based on the information and evaluation process relevant to that article.
We also do not claim that a provider is personally tested unless the relevant testing has actually been performed.
You can read our How We Test Game Hosting page to understand how we approach hosting evaluations.
Free Trials, Discounts, and Promotional Offers
Hosting providers may offer discounts, coupons, free trials, promotional pricing, or other incentives.
Where we mention such an offer, the availability and terms are controlled by the provider.
Promotional offers can expire or change without notice.
For that reason, always check the provider’s website for the current offer, eligibility requirements, billing terms, and renewal price before purchasing.
What Happens When You Click an Affiliate Link?
When you click an affiliate link, you may be redirected to the provider’s website.
The provider or its affiliate tracking system may use tracking technology to identify that the visitor came from GameHostingReview.
The exact tracking method depends on the affiliate program and the provider.
We do not control the provider’s website, tracking technology, cookies, billing process, or service terms.
For information about how a particular provider handles your information, please review that provider’s privacy policy.
Affiliate Links and Your Privacy
Clicking an affiliate link can involve tracking by the provider or affiliate network.
The information collected and how it is used depends on the relevant provider or affiliate network.
GameHostingReview does not control the privacy practices of external websites.
Before purchasing a service or providing personal information to another website, review its privacy policy and applicable terms.
For information about GameHostingReview’s own privacy practices, please see our Privacy Policy.
Our Transparency Commitment
We believe affiliate relationships should be visible rather than hidden.
When a page contains affiliate relationships, we aim to make that relationship clear to readers.
We also aim to keep our editorial content useful regardless of whether a reader clicks an affiliate link.
Our priority is to provide information that helps you understand your hosting options before making a purchase.
Important Information About Provider Pricing
Prices and offers shown on GameHostingReview may change.
Hosting providers can update:
- Monthly prices
- Renewal prices
- Available plans
- Server locations
- Included resources
- Promotional discounts
- Add-on costs
- Refund policies
The provider’s current website and terms should always be treated as the final source for purchasing information.
If you notice outdated pricing or another incorrect detail on one of our pages, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Questions About Affiliate Relationships?
If you have a question about an affiliate link, commercial relationship, or information published on GameHostingReview, you can contact us.
We are happy to review questions about our disclosures and editorial practices.
Visit our Contact Us page to get in touch.