Advertiser Disclosure

Last updated: April 2026

ShieldNix.com is an independent cybersecurity review website. We are committed to providing honest, accurate, and unbiased information about VPN services, antivirus software, and online privacy tools.

How We Make Money

ShieldNix participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or sign up for a service, we may receive a commission from the company at no additional cost to you.

We currently maintain affiliate relationships with the following types of companies:

  • VPN service providers (including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark, CyberGhost, and Proton VPN)
  • Antivirus and cybersecurity software companies
  • Password manager and privacy tool providers

Our Editorial Independence

The fact that we earn commissions from affiliate links does not influence our editorial content, ratings, or recommendations in any way. Here is our commitment to you:

  • We never accept payment for positive reviews. Companies cannot pay to receive higher ratings or more favourable coverage on ShieldNix.
  • We test every product ourselves. All reviews and ratings are based on our independent testing and research.
  • We recommend products we genuinely believe in. If a product does not meet our standards, we say so — regardless of affiliate relationships.
  • We update our reviews regularly. If a product’s quality changes, our ratings change with it.

How to Identify Affiliate Links

Affiliate links on ShieldNix are typically found in:

  • Green or highlighted call-to-action buttons (e.g. “Get NordVPN”, “Try ExpressVPN”)
  • Comparison tables with pricing and “Visit Site” buttons
  • Links within article text that lead to product websites

All articles containing affiliate links include the following disclosure at the bottom: “This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.”

FTC Compliance

In accordance with the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and the UK ASA (Advertising Standards Authority) requirements, ShieldNix clearly discloses material connections with the companies whose products we review and recommend.

This disclosure applies to all content published on ShieldNix.com, including blog posts, reviews, comparison pages, and any other content that contains affiliate links.

Accuracy of Information

We strive to keep all pricing, features, and product information accurate and up to date. However, VPN pricing and features change frequently. We recommend visiting the official website of any product before making a purchase decision to verify current pricing and features.

ShieldNix is not responsible for any inaccuracies in third-party product information, pricing changes, or service modifications made by the companies we review.

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If you have any questions about our advertiser disclosure, affiliate relationships, or editorial policy, please contact us at contact@shieldnix.com. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

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