At PC Hound, our core mission is to foster and maintain the trust of our valued readers. Our editorial team is deeply committed to delivering high-quality journalism that you can depend on, underpinned by a set of unwavering ethical guidelines.
Excellence in PC Journalism
We dedicate ourselves to outstanding journalism, striving to earn and keep the trust of our readership. Our team adheres to the following principles to ensure the delivery of consistently high-quality content:
- Commitment to Originality: We specialize in first-rate, original reporting in the technology sector. Our articles are the result of thorough testing, detailed research, insightful interviews, and our team’s vast knowledge of products and the industry.
- Impartial Reviews: Our product evaluations are founded on objective and consistent test outcomes to ensure accuracy and fairness. We regularly update our testing methods to align with industry innovations.
Reviews You Can Trust
Our goal is to produce honest and unbiased editorial reviews that serve as reliable resources.
- Integrity in Content: Paid reviews have no place on PC Hound, nor do we entertain unsolicited content pitches.
- Transparent Evaluation Process: While we allow manufacturers to respond to findings during our review process, we do not agree to conditions on outcomes or offer previews of our content before publishing.
- Responsible Handling of Review Units: Software for review is securely managed on PC Hound’s systems, without unauthorized distribution. Hardware under review is either loaned (remaining the vendor’s property) or acquired by us at retail cost, ensuring no preferential treatment. We avoid keeping freebies or discounted items to prevent any potential bias.
Independence and Integrity
PC Hound stands as your independent guide in the ever-evolving PC landscape.
- Editorial Autonomy: Our content is driven entirely by our editorial team, aiming solely to benefit our readers.
- Objective Product Analysis: We conduct rigorous tests and provide evaluations on a wide range of products, basing our reviews and conclusions solely on their merits.
- Clear Distinction of Affiliate Links: While our affiliate team may integrate links to enhance your experience, these are carefully chosen and do not influence our editorial opinions. Affiliate links are transparently disclosed, and any commissions earned support our mission without impacting our impartiality.
- Advertising and Transparency: Advertisements are clearly marked, ensuring a distinct separation from our editorial content.
- No Conflicts of Interest: Our editorial staff is prohibited from accepting gifts or compensation from vendors and are restricted from holding stock in companies we cover or their competitors.
We welcome your inquiries and value the trust you place in PC Hound. Our commitment is to provide you with reliable, unbiased coverage in the world of PC technology.
For more information or to reach out with questions, please contact us here. We’re here to uphold these standards and ensure our community remains informed and empowered.