Affiliate Disclosure Statement
At Best Online Casinos in Ireland, transparency and trust are fundamental values. This Affiliate Disclosure explains how we generate revenue, the nature of our relationships with online casino partners, and how these connections affect the content we publish. Our goal is to ensure every visitor understands the ethical standards behind our recommendations and reviews.
What Is an Affiliate Relationship?
An affiliate relationship is a commercial agreement between our website and online casino operators. When a user clicks a link to a casino featured on our site and registers or plays, we may receive a commission. This process is commonly known as affiliate marketing and helps fund the operation of our website, content creation, and independent testing.
How Affiliate Commissions Work
Affiliate commissions are based on performance metrics that do not affect the user’s experience or cost. Below is a simplified model of how commissions are typically calculated:
Commission (C) = (Number of Qualified Registrations × Rate per Registration) + (Revenue Share × Net Gaming Revenue)
For example, if 10 players register through our link and the casino pays €50 per registration, the commission earned would be:
C = 10 × €50 = €500
Sometimes, a small percentage (typically 10–30%) of the casino’s Net Gaming Revenue (NGR) may also be shared.
Types of Affiliate Models We Use
Our website partners with licensed online casinos under various affiliate models. The table below outlines common commission types:
| Model Type | Description | Example | Impact on User |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPA (Cost Per Acquisition) | We receive a one-time payment per new depositing player. | €50–€200 per registration | No extra cost to the player. |
| Revenue Share | We earn a small percentage of casino profit generated by referred players. | 10–30% of NGR | No effect on user payouts or odds. |
| Hybrid | Combination of CPA and revenue share models. | €25 + 15% of NGR | No influence on user experience. |
Our Editorial Independence
Although Best Online Casinos in Ireland earns commissions through affiliate programs, all reviews, rankings, and recommendations are created independently by our editorial team. Affiliate partnerships do not influence the order of listings or the content’s tone. Our goal is to maintain transparency and help users make informed, responsible decisions.
We review each casino based on objective criteria, not on the amount of affiliate compensation.
Editorial Review Criteria
Each casino featured on our website is evaluated according to a defined scoring system that includes:
- License validity and jurisdiction
- Game fairness and RNG certification
- Deposit and withdrawal transparency
- Customer support quality
- Responsible gambling measures
Mathematical Evaluation Formula
For transparency, our editorial rating is based on a weighted scoring system:
Overall Score (OS) = (L × 0.25) + (F × 0.25) + (S × 0.20) + (C × 0.15) + (R × 0.15)
Where:
- L = Licensing and Safety
- F = Fairness and Game Integrity
- S = Support and Service
- C = Casino Features
- R = Responsible Gambling Tools
This ensures that our evaluations remain balanced, regardless of affiliate partnership value.
How Affiliate Earnings Support Our Work
All funds earned through affiliate programs are reinvested into:
- Conducting independent research and testing.
- Maintaining secure servers and data protection compliance.
- Publishing detailed guides and gambling law analyses.
- Developing responsible gambling awareness campaigns.
Commitment to Responsible Gambling
Our affiliate partnerships are limited to licensed, regulated, and responsible operators. We never promote unlicensed or offshore casinos targeting Irish players. Our ethical code strictly prohibits cooperation with companies lacking player protection measures or violating the Gambling Regulation Bill of Ireland.
Affiliate Link Identification
We clearly label affiliate links throughout the website for full transparency. When a link leads to a partner casino, it will either include a note or redirect through a tracking URL. Users are never charged extra for using these links, and casino bonuses remain the same.
Legal Compliance and Transparency
Best Online Casinos in Ireland complies with the EU Unfair Commercial Practices Directive and Irish consumer protection laws. We disclose affiliate relationships as required under the European eCommerce Directive and ensure compliance with GDPR data processing standards.
FAQ: Affiliate Disclosure and Transparency
Do affiliate commissions affect casino rankings?
No. Rankings are determined by an objective review formula and independent editorial assessment, not by affiliate payment levels.
Are players charged extra through affiliate links?
No. Users never pay additional fees or face reduced bonuses when using affiliate links on our site. The casino pays the commission directly to us.
Why does Best Online Casinos in Ireland use affiliate links?
Affiliate links allow us to keep the website free for visitors, maintain content quality, and continue publishing accurate information about the Irish online casino market.
Does affiliate income influence your reviews?
No. Our review structure, scoring system, and ranking process are transparent and based solely on factual research and user experience.
How can users recognize affiliate links?
Affiliate links are typically identified in our content, or they redirect through tracking URLs. You can assume that most casino links on our site are affiliate-based, disclosed in line with our transparency policy.
