Skip to main content
VPNDaddy

Affiliate Disclosure

Transparency is a core value at VPN Daddy. This page explains how we earn revenue, which companies we partner with, and why our business model does not compromise our editorial independence.

How We Earn Money

VPN Daddy participates in affiliate programs with VPN providers. When you click a link on our site and purchase a VPN subscription, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. The VPN provider pays us - your price stays the same whether you use our link or go directly to their website.

Our Affiliate Partners

  • NordVPN - via Impact / Direct partnership
  • ExpressVPN - via Direct / FlexOffers
  • Surfshark - via Direct / ShareASale
  • CyberGhost - via Direct / CJ Affiliate
  • Private Internet Access - via Direct / CJ Affiliate
  • ProtonVPN - via Direct partnership

How to Identify Affiliate Links

Affiliate links on VPN Daddy use the URL pattern /go/[provider-name] and include rel="nofollow noopener sponsored" attributes. Buttons labeled "Try [Provider]," "View Deal," or "Claim [discount] Off" are affiliate links.

Editorial Independence

Our editorial process is completely independent of our business relationships:

  • VPN providers cannot pay for higher ratings or preferred placement
  • All rankings are determined by our rating methodology
  • We publish negative findings (poor streaming, slow speeds) regardless of partnership status
  • Providers we do not partner with can still receive positive reviews if they perform well
  • We have declined partnerships with providers that don't meet our quality standards

Why This Model Works

Affiliate commissions let us fund the research behind our reviews - reviewing provider documentation and audit reports, tracking pricing, and maintaining the site - without charging readers. We believe this is the most reader-friendly business model: you get free, high-quality research, and we earn revenue only when our recommendations are useful enough that you act on them.

Questions?

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial process, contact us at hello@vpndaddy.com.