Editorial policy
Accuracy and sourcing
Material product claims should be supported by official documentation, an identifiable independent audit, or reproducible testing. Sources are linked where they help readers verify a claim.
Reviews and recommendations
Recommendations must explain both the reasons for a ranking and the situations in which an alternative may be better. We avoid unsupported superlatives and do not present provider marketing claims as independent test results.
Automation and editorial tools
Automated tools may assist with research organization, drafting, editing, or formatting. Their output is not treated as first-hand experience. Content should be checked against cited sources before publication, and hands-on claims require documented human testing.
Corrections
When we identify a material error, we correct the article and update its review date. Readers can report an issue through our contact page.
Commercial independence
VPNScout earns revenue from some outbound links. Affiliate relationships do not replace our published evaluation criteria. Paid links are marked as sponsored, and the commercial relationship is disclosed to readers.