Smartprix Editorial Guidelines: Our Commitment to Trustworthy Tech Journalism

Smartprix.com is dedicated to providing accurate, unbiased, and high-quality content focused on technology, consumer electronics, automobiles and product comparisons. Our editorial guidelines ensure integrity, transparency, and independence, fostering trust with our audience. These guidelines apply to all editorial content, including news, reviews, features, comparisons, and buying guides.

Editorial Independence

No Outside Influence: Editorial content is created independently of commercial interests, advertisers, or sponsors. No company, individual, or entity can influence our reviews, ratings, or coverage in exchange for payment or incentives.
Separation of Editorial and Business: A strict separation exists between the editorial team and the business/advertising teams. Editorial decisions are made solely by the editorial staff, free from business-related pressures.
No Paid Reviews: Smartprix does not accept payments or incentives for positive coverage without proper disclosure. All reviews are based on objective testing and evaluation.

Accuracy and Fact-Checking

Reliable Sourcing: We verify specifications against official data and prioritize hands-on testing.
Fact-Checking Process: We try our best to minimize errors. Errors are promptly corrected when notified.
Transparency on Rumors: Rumored or unconfirmed product coverage is clearly labeled as speculative and relies on reputable sources for context.

Objectivity and Fairness

Unbiased Reviews: Product reviews are based on hands-on testing, performance evaluation, and user experience, unaffected by commercial partnerships, affiliate programs, or embargo agreements.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure: If a potential conflict arises, such as covering a product linked to affiliate revenue, we include a clear disclosure. Affiliate links may generate revenue for Smartprix, but this does not influence the content, ratings, or recommendations in our articles.
Balanced Reporting: We present multiple perspectives when covering controversial topics or competing products, ensuring fair and balanced reporting.

Ethical Standards

No Gifts or Incentives: Editorial staff are prohibited from accepting gifts, free products, or incentives from companies or PR firms for personal use. Review units are accepted solely for testing and are returned or donated as per our policy.
No Pre-Approval: Companies or individuals covered in our content cannot approve, or influence our stories, reviews, or questions prior to publication.
Source Confidentiality: Confidentiality of sources is respected per agreed-upon terms.
Embargoed Content: We may agree to receive devices prior to their official release date under embargo agreements, allowing us to prepare reviews for publication after the embargo lifts. These agreements do not influence our review content, ratings, or recommendations, which remain objective and independent.

Transparency with Readers

Sponsored Content Disclosure: Sponsored stories or content created in collaboration with advertisers are clearly labeled as “Brand Story” or “Sponsored”. Such content is produced by the business team, not the editorial team, and does not influence other editorial coverage.
Affiliate Links: Smartprix may earn affiliate revenue from links in our content. These links are included for reader convenience and do not influence the editorial content, reviews, or recommendations. Links may be converted to affiliate links automatically by our content management system.
Corrections and Updates: Factual inaccuracies are corrected promptly when notified.

Product Reviews and Testing

Review Methodology: Products are evaluated based on standardized criteria, including performance, design, features, value for money, and user experience.
Hands-On Testing: All reviews require physical product testing (manufacturer-provided or self-purchased).
Embargoed Reviews: For products received under embargo, reviews are prepared based on hands-on testing and published only after the embargo date set by the brand. The embargo agreement does not affect the objectivity of the review.

Reader Engagement and Feedback

Open to Feedback: We welcome reader and industry feedback via our contact form or email contact@smartprix.com.
Response to Disputes: If a company disputes our content’s accuracy, we review the claim and make corrections if necessary.

Use of AI Tools

AI Use Policy: We may use AI tools assist in content creation (e.g., for data analysis or drafting). AI-assisted content adheres to the same editorial standards as human-created content.
Human Oversight: AI-generated content is reviewed and edited by our editorial team for accuracy, clarity, and alignment with these guidelines.

Licensing and Reuse of Content

Content Licensing: Requests to reprint, republish, or reuse Smartprix’s editorial content are evaluated case-by-case. Content labeled as “Brand Story” or “Sponsored” is not available for licensing.
Educational Use: Non-commercial educational use of our content (e.g., for classroom handouts) is permitted under conditions like not altering the context and linking to our website and the source.

Privacy and Data Security

User Privacy: We prioritize user privacy, adhering to a strict privacy policy.
Third-Party Links: Articles may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their practices and users should review those sites and their policies.

Updates

Evolving Guidelines: Smartprix reserves the right to update these guidelines to reflect changes in the media landscape, technology, or industry standards.

For questions, feedback, or licensing inquiries, contact our editorial team via the contact form or email contact@smartprix.com.