Editorial Policy
Trust requires transparency. This policy explains how we maintain editorial independence and manage conflicts of interest.
Ranking Independence
Product rankings on PickClarity are determined solely by our scoring methodology. No company can pay to improve their ranking position. Affiliate commissions, advertising revenue, and sponsorships have zero influence on product scores or rankings.
Affiliate Relationships
We earn commissions when you purchase products through our affiliate links. These links are clearly identified. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not affect which products we recommend or how we score them. Products without affiliate links receive the same editorial treatment as those with them.
Sponsored Content
Any sponsored or paid content is clearly labeled with a "Sponsored" badge. Sponsored placements are visually distinct from editorial recommendations. Sponsorship never modifies a product's Trust Score.
Corrections & Updates
When we make errors, we correct them promptly. All ranking changes are logged in our Editorial Changelog, visible on each ranking page. We note what changed and why, so you can track our editorial decisions over time.
Data Sources
Our scores are derived from publicly verifiable sources: professional reviews, retailer ratings, complaint databases, and community feedback. Each source is cited in the product's Evidence Ledger. We do not use proprietary data that cannot be independently verified.
Contact
If you believe a ranking contains an error or have concerns about editorial integrity, contact us at editorial@pickclarity.com