Advertiser Disclosure CoinSpeaker

Who We Are

CoinSpeaker is an independent publishing platform dedicated to providing accurate, comprehensive, and unbiased information about cryptocurrency and blockchain-based gambling. Founded in 2014, we’ve established ourselves as a trusted voice in the cryptocurrency space, extending our expertise to the evolving world of crypto gambling.

What We Are Not

It’s important to clarify that CoinSpeaker is not a gambling operator. We do not operate casinos, process bets, or handle player funds. We serve purely as an information resource to help you make educated decisions about where and how to gamble with cryptocurrencies.

How We Make Money

CoinSpeaker operates on an affiliate business model that allows us to provide free, high-quality content while maintaining financial sustainability. Here’s how it works:

Affiliate Partnerships

When you click on certain links to casinos on our website and subsequently make a deposit or sign up, we may receive a commission from that casino. These are known as “affiliate links” and are a standard practice in the digital publishing industry.

Key points about our affiliate relationships:

• Clicking our links never costs you anything extra
• Casinos never pay us to write positive reviews
• We maintain affiliate relationships with many of the casinos we review, not just a select few
• Commission rates vary by casino and are negotiated by our partnerships team
• We clearly disclose our affiliate relationships throughout our site

Sponsored Content

Occasionally, we publish sponsored content from gambling operators. This content is always:

• Clearly labeled as “Sponsored” or “Advertisement”
• Reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and value
• Separate from our independent reviews and ratings
• Never allowed to influence our review process or ratings

Advertising

We display digital advertisements from relevant industry partners. These advertisements:

• Are clearly distinguishable from editorial content
• Do not influence our ratings or recommendations
• Are subject to our advertising standards that prohibit misleading claims

Our Editorial Independence

The foundation of our business is reader trust, which would be impossible without genuine editorial independence. We have implemented several structural safeguards to maintain the integrity of our content:

Separation of Teams

We maintain strict separation between our commercial and editorial operations:

• Our review team operates independently from our partnerships team
• Reviewers are never informed about commission rates or business terms
• Business relationships never influence review outcomes or ratings
• Casino partners cannot preview or approve reviews before publication

Standardized Review Methodology

All casinos undergo the same rigorous testing process:

• We use a standardized evaluation framework (see our Rating Process)
• We apply identical testing methods regardless of affiliate status
• Low-scoring casinos are published even when this impacts revenue
• We reject partnership offers from casinos that fail to meet our safety standards

Transparent Rating System

Our 10-point rating system is applied consistently and transparently:

• Ratings are determined by fixed criteria and weighted scoring
• We document evidence for all positive and negative assessments
• We clearly explain the reasoning behind every score
• We periodically review our methodology to ensure it remains relevant

Casino Selection Process

Not every online casino makes it onto our site. We have specific criteria that casinos must meet before we consider reviewing them:

Minimum Standards for Review

For a casino to be eligible for review on CoinSpeaker, it must:

• Hold at least one legitimate gambling license from a recognized authority
• Have been operational for a minimum of six months
• Implement standard security protocols for player data protection
• Offer at least Bitcoin as a payment option
• Have no unresolved major player complaints or regulatory actions

Partnership Requirements

For a casino to become an affiliate partner, it must meet additional criteria:

• Score at least 6.0/10 in our independent review
• Demonstrate consistent payment processing
• Maintain transparent and fair promotional terms
• Show commitment to responsible gambling practices
• Have responsive customer support channels

We regularly decline partnership opportunities with casinos that fail to meet these standards, even when financially lucrative.

Commitment to Readers

Our primary commitment remains to our readers, not our business partners. This commitment manifests in several ways:

Regular Updates

We regularly update our reviews to ensure accuracy:

• Major reviews are completely refreshed at least twice yearly
• Significant changes trigger immediate updates
• We monitor player feedback for early warning signs of issues

Balanced Perspective

We present both strengths and weaknesses:

• Every review includes a detailed “Cons” section
• We highlight areas where even top-rated casinos could improve
• We don’t shy away from criticism when warranted

Community Feedback Integration

We incorporate reader experiences:

• We investigate reader-reported issues
• We may adjust ratings based on verified player experiences
• We maintain open communication channels for feedback

Casino Complaint Mediation

As part of our commitment to the gambling community, we sometimes act as mediators between players and casinos when issues arise:

• We help escalate legitimate player complaints
• We maintain direct contact with casino management teams
• We track resolution rates for transparency
• We may downgrade ratings for casinos with poor complaint handling

This service is provided to our readers without charge and helps maintain industry accountability.

Limitations of Our Model

In the spirit of complete transparency, we acknowledge certain limitations of our business model:

• As an affiliate, we earn money when players join casinos through our links
• This creates a potential tension between reader interests and revenue generation
• We manage this tension through strict editorial policies and team separation
• We welcome scrutiny of our practices and continuous feedback

Why This Model Benefits You

Despite the inherent tension in the affiliate model, we believe it ultimately benefits our readers for several reasons:

Free Access to Expert Content

Our affiliate relationships allow us to:

• Provide all content free of charge
• Invest in thorough, time-intensive testing
• Maintain a team of specialized experts
• Continuously update and improve our content

Negotiated Player Benefits

Our position as a trusted publication enables us to:

• Negotiate exclusive bonuses for our readers
• Advocate for player-friendly terms
• Secure special promotions not available elsewhere
• Maintain direct communication channels with casino management

Player Advocacy Power

Our industry relationships allow us to:

• Escalate player complaints effectively
• Push for industry-wide improvements
• Hold casinos accountable through our ratings
• Influence positive change in casino practices

Contact Us

If you have questions about our business relationships, affiliate practices, or editorial policies, we welcome your inquiries. Please contact our team at [email protected].

Last updated: April 2025