At GoSecureVPN, we believe that understanding how a review site operates is key to trusting its recommendations. We are completely free to use, and we want you to know exactly how we sustain our work while maintaining our editorial independence.
Our Revenue Model at a Glance
Primary Income: Affiliate Commissions
When you click on a "Get Deal," "Visit Site," or similar link on our site and later subscribe to that VPN service, we may earn a commission from the provider.
- check_circle No Extra Cost to You: The price you pay is identical—the commission is a marketing fee paid by the VPN company.
- check_circle Funds Our Work: This revenue pays for website hosting, in-depth VPN testing tools, and our research efforts.
- check_circle Standard Practice: This is how virtually all major review platforms (like PCMag, CNET) operate.
Secondary Income: Sponsored Content
Occasionally, we may publish articles or reviews that are financially supported by a partner. This is a supplementary source of income.
- label Always Clearly Marked: Any sponsored content will be prominently labeled as "Sponsored," "Partner Content," or similar.
- gavel Strict Editorial Rules: Sponsored content still undergoes fact-checking and must provide genuine value. It will never be disguised as a regular review.
- diversity_3 Funds Growth: Helps us expand our team and create more free tools and resources for you.
Our Promises to You
1. Unbiased Rankings & Editorial Independence
Our review rankings and "Best VPN" lists are never for sale. They are determined by our hands-on testing of security, speed, privacy policies, streaming performance, and value. A higher commission rate or a sponsorship deal will never influence where a VPN is placed in our comparisons. Our editorial team operates independently from our business partnerships.
2. No Hidden Costs & Your Best Deal
Using our links does not increase your price. In fact, we actively seek out and negotiate exclusive discounts and coupon codes for our readers. Our goal is to ensure you get the best available price, which often means you pay less than going directly to the VPN's website.
3. Aligned Interests Build Trust
Our business model only works if you are happy with your choice. If we recommended poor VPNs, you'd be dissatisfied, unlikely to return, and we wouldn't earn future commissions. Our long-term success depends entirely on your trust and satisfaction. This alignment is what allows us to provide free, high-quality, honest advice.
The Bigger Picture: Why Transparency Matters
In the VPN industry, where privacy is paramount, how a review site makes money is not a sidebar issue—it's central to its credibility.
Informed Choice
You deserve to know the motivations behind any recommendation you read online.
Healthy Ecosystem
Transparent affiliate models fund quality journalism and create a win-win for users and creators.
Trust as a Foundation
By being open, we aim to build a lasting relationship based on honesty, not hidden agendas.
We hope this clarity reinforces your confidence in using GoSecureVPN as your trusted resource. Our commitment is to help you find the perfect VPN with zero pressure and full disclosure.
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