Editorial Policy

Last Updated: 2025

At MySampleSearch.com, our mission is to help readers find legitimate free samples, trustworthy cashback opportunities, smart coupon strategies, and proven ways to save money—without scams, misleading offers, or low-quality advice.

Our editorial policy outlines the standards, processes, and principles we use to ensure every piece of content is accurate, useful, transparent, and trustworthy.

1. Our Commitment to Accuracy

We strive to provide content that is:

  • Fact-checked
  • Up-to-date
  • Clearly explained
  • Based on real testing, research, or experience

Before publishing, each article is:

  1. Reviewed for accuracy by our editorial team
  2. Checked against reputable sources, official retailers, or brand partners
  3. Updated regularly to reflect changes in offers, prices, and availability

If an error is found, we correct it promptly and note the update when necessary.

2. How We Review & Test Offers

Our site deals with free samples, cashback programs, coupons, and savings tools. To maintain trust, we evaluate offers using a multi-step vetting process:

We verify:

  • The legitimacy of the brand or company
  • The actual availability of the free sample or offer
  • Whether terms and conditions are clear
  • Whether personal data requirements are reasonable
  • That the offer does not lead to spam, unwanted subscriptions, or harmful redirects

Hands-On Testing (When Possible)

Our team, including Megan Clarkson and Jason Wright, personally tests many:

  • Cashback apps
  • Loyalty programs
  • Coupon stacking methods
  • Rewards programs
  • Free sample sign-ups

We report honestly on what works—and what doesn’t.

3. Our Approach to Content Creation

Human-Reviewed Content

Every article on MySampleSearch.com is:

  • Researched by a human editor
  • Written or edited by a human writer
  • Checked for readability, clarity, and relevance
  • Evaluated for originality and uniqueness

Editorial Independence

Our writers and editors maintain full editorial independence.

Brands do not influence:

  • Our rankings
  • Our opinions
  • Our recommendations
  • Our savings strategies

When we review an app or program, the analysis reflects real-world performance, not marketing claims.

4. Affiliate Links & Compensation Disclosure

MySampleSearch.com may earn commissions from certain free sample offers, cashback programs, or deal referrals at no extra cost to you.

We comply with all FTC disclosure guidelines.

We never:

  • Recommend an offer solely because it pays a commission
  • Promote low-quality, scammy, or harmful deals
  • Hide affiliate relationships
  • Sell user personal data

If an offer is sponsored or affiliate-based, we disclose it clearly within the content.

5. Updating & Maintaining Content

The savings landscape changes often—apps update their rewards, stores rotate coupons, sample availability changes, and seasonal deals come and go.

We regularly update:

  • Cashback comparisons
  • Coupon guides
  • Free sample lists
  • Savings strategies
  • App reviews

Major updates are noted on the page when relevant.

6. Our Authors & Expertise

Our editorial team is led by:

Megan Clarkson — Senior Savings Strategist

10+ years analyzing cashback, rewards, loyalty programs, coupon stacking, and sample programs.

Jason Wright — Personal Finance & Deals Analyst

Experienced researcher in fintech, consumer rewards systems, budgeting tools, and deal optimization.

Both writers specialize in consumer-first, experience-driven insights.

Their full bios can be found on our Author Pages.

7. Feedback & Corrections

We welcome feedback from readers.

If you spot an error, outdated offer, or have concerns, reach us at:

📧 support@mysamplesearch.com

We review all submissions and update content as needed.

8. Our Promise to Readers

We promise to:

  • Put consumers first
  • Share only legitimate, worthwhile offers
  • Avoid clickbait or deceptive savings claims
  • Explain savings strategies in clear, practical terms
  • Maintain transparency in everything we publish

Our goal is to help you save more, spend smarter, and avoid the pitfalls of misleading online deals.