💰 Affiliate Disclosure

💡 What This Means for You

As an Australian consumer, you have the right to know how websites you trust make money. This disclosure explains our affiliate relationships in plain English, complying with Australian Consumer Law and ACCC guidelines on advertising and disclosure.

What You Need to Know

• No Extra Cost: Affiliate commissions never increase the price you pay
• Editorial Independence: Commissions don't influence our reviews, ratings, or recommendations
• Reader-First: We only recommend games we genuinely believe are worth your time
• Transparent Marking: Affiliate links are clearly marked throughout our site
• Australian Focus: We prioritize what's relevant and available to Australian gamers

❓ What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate marketing is a legitimate business model where we earn a small commission when readers make purchases through our links. Here's how it works:

The Process

1. You read our review of a mobile game
2. You click on a download link (clearly marked as affiliate)
3. You're taken to the App Store or Google Play
4. You download the game (free or paid)
5. We receive a small commission from the app store or developer
6. You pay the same price as if you went directly to the store

Types of Affiliate Relationships

• App Store Affiliates: Apple App Store and Google Play Store partner programs
• Developer Partners: Direct partnerships with game developers and publishers
• Service Affiliates: Gaming subscription services, accessory retailers
• Ad Networks: Display advertising and sponsored content

🤝 Our Affiliate Partners

We work with reputable partners who share our commitment to quality gaming experiences. Here are our main affiliate relationships:

Partner Selection Criteria

We only partner with companies that meet our standards:

• Quality Products: Only high-quality games and services
• Fair Pricing: Competitive and reasonable pricing
• Australian Availability: Products must be available to Australian consumers
• Good Reputation: Established companies with positive track records
• Consumer Protection: Clear refund policies and customer support

💰 Revenue Sources Breakdown

For complete transparency, here's how aussiegamehub.top generates revenue:

Revenue Transparency Metrics

🔒 Editorial Independence

Our editorial independence is sacred. Here's how we maintain it:

Editorial Policies

• Review Integrity: Reviews are written before considering affiliate opportunities
• Honest Ratings: We publish negative reviews of affiliate partners when warranted
• Editor Separation: Editorial team is separate from business development
• No Pay-for-Reviews: We never accept payment for positive reviews
• Conflict Disclosure: Any potential conflicts of interest are immediately disclosed

Examples of Our Independence

• We've given low ratings to games from major affiliate partners
• We've declined affiliate partnerships with companies whose games we don't recommend
• We regularly update reviews if games decline in quality, regardless of affiliate status
• We prioritize reader feedback over partner requests

Editorial Team Structure

Our editorial independence is protected by organizational structure:

• Editorial Director: Final say on all content decisions
• Review Team: Independent reviewers with no business development involvement
• Ethics Officer: Monitors compliance with ethical standards
• Reader Advocate: Represents reader interests in editorial decisions

📝 Our Review Process

Understanding our review process helps explain how we maintain independence:

Step-by-Step Review Process

1. Game Selection: Games chosen based on popularity, innovation, or reader requests
2. Independent Testing: 20+ hours of gameplay by certified reviewers
3. Multi-Device Testing: Testing across different devices and operating systems
4. Scoring: Objective scoring based on our published criteria
5. Editorial Review: Content reviewed for accuracy and bias
6. Publication: Review published with appropriate disclosures
7. Affiliate Integration: Affiliate links added only after review is finalized

Review Criteria (Weighted)

• Gameplay Quality (25%): Fun factor, mechanics, innovation
• Graphics & Audio (20%): Visual quality, performance, sound design
• User Experience (20%): Interface, ease of use, accessibility
• Value for Money (15%): Fair pricing, content amount, monetization
• Longevity (10%): Replay value, updates, community
• Technical Performance (10%): Stability, bugs, optimization

Quality Assurance

Multiple checks ensure review quality:

• Peer Review: All reviews checked by another team member
• Fact Checking: Technical claims verified independently
• Bias Detection: Regular audits for potential bias
• Reader Feedback: Community input helps improve future reviews

🔍 Our Transparency Commitment

We go beyond legal requirements to ensure complete transparency:

Transparency Measures

• Clear Labeling: All affiliate links are clearly marked
• Page-Level Disclosures: Disclosures on every page with affiliate content
• Revenue Reporting: Annual transparency reports on revenue sources
• Partnership Lists: Public list of all affiliate partners
• Conflict Notifications: Immediate disclosure of any conflicts of interest

Disclosure Standards

Our disclosure practices exceed industry standards:

• Prominent Placement: Disclosures at the top of relevant content
• Plain Language: Clear, understandable language
• Multiple Locations: Disclosures in multiple places for visibility
• Regular Updates: Disclosures updated whenever partnerships change

🛡️ Consumer Protection

We're committed to protecting Australian consumers and complying with all relevant laws:

Australian Consumer Law Compliance

• Honest Representations: All content is truthful and not misleading
• Fair Dealing: We deal fairly with readers and partners
• Clear Disclosures: All commercial arrangements are clearly disclosed
• Consumer Rights: We inform readers of their consumer rights

ACCC Guidelines Compliance

We follow ACCC guidelines on:

• Advertising and selling practices
• Online shopping and digital platforms
• Influencer and affiliate marketing
• Truth in advertising requirements

Reader Protection Measures

• Price Comparison: We encourage comparing prices across platforms
• Refund Information: Clear information about refund policies
• Alternative Options: We mention free or cheaper alternatives
• Honest Reviews: Balanced reviews that mention both pros and cons

⚖️ Legal Compliance

Our affiliate practices comply with all relevant Australian and international laws:

Legal Requirements We Meet

• Truth in Advertising: All claims are substantiated and truthful
• Disclosure Requirements: All commercial relationships are disclosed
• Privacy Compliance: Affiliate tracking complies with privacy laws
• Contract Law: All affiliate agreements comply with Australian contract law
• Tax Obligations: All affiliate income is properly declared and taxed

International Compliance

Where applicable, we also comply with:

• FTC Guidelines (USA) for online advertising
• GDPR (EU) for privacy and data protection
• Google and Apple affiliate program terms
• Social media platform advertising policies

🎁 Benefits to Our Readers

Our affiliate model provides several benefits to Australian gamers:

How Affiliate Revenue Helps You

• Free Content: Affiliate revenue allows us to provide free, high-quality reviews
• Independent Reviews: We don't charge developers for reviews, maintaining independence
• Better Resources: Revenue funds better testing equipment and more comprehensive reviews
• Regular Updates: Stable revenue allows consistent content creation
• No Subscription Fees: Our content remains free to all Australian gamers

Exclusive Benefits

Through our affiliate partnerships, we can offer:

• Early Access: Beta testing opportunities for new games
• Exclusive Discounts: Special offers for our readers
• Direct Support: Fast-track customer support through partner channels
• Community Features: Enhanced community features funded by affiliate revenue

Supporting aussiegamehub.top

If you appreciate our work, you can support us by:

• Using our affiliate links when downloading games you want to try
• Sharing our reviews with fellow gamers
• Subscribing to our newsletter
• Following us on social media
• Providing feedback to help us improve

🌟 Our Ethical Principles

These principles guide all our affiliate marketing activities:

Ethical Decision Framework

When making decisions about affiliate partnerships, we ask:

1. Reader Benefit: Does this benefit our readers?
2. Quality Check: Is the product/service high quality?
3. Transparency: Can we disclose this relationship clearly?
4. Independence: Will this compromise our editorial independence?
5. Legal Compliance: Does this meet all legal requirements?

If any answer is "no," we decline the partnership.

📞 Questions About Our Affiliate Practices?

We welcome questions about our affiliate relationships and monetization practices. Transparency is key to building trust with our community.

Types of Questions We Welcome

• Specific affiliate relationships or partnerships
• How our review process maintains independence
• Revenue sources and transparency reports
• Complaints about potential conflicts of interest
• Suggestions for improving our disclosure practices

External Oversight

If you have concerns about our affiliate practices, you may also contact:

• ACCC: accc.gov.au | 1300 302 502
• ACMA: acma.gov.au | 1800 803 772
• Ad Standards: adstandards.com.au

Annual Transparency Report

We publish an annual transparency report each March covering:

• Revenue breakdown by source
• New affiliate partnerships
• Editorial independence metrics
• Reader feedback and improvements
• Legal compliance updates