At invernessbookfestival.co.uk, we want to be completely upfront with you: some of the links on this site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click through and sign up or deposit at a casino we recommend. This commission comes entirely from the operator — it never costs you anything extra, and it does not change the price, terms, or bonus you receive. We believe you deserve to know this before you read a single word of our reviews.
What Affiliate Links Are
An affiliate link is a specially tracked URL that tells a casino operator that a visitor arrived via our website. This is an industry-standard practice used across thousands of review and comparison sites. When you click one of these links, a small cookie is placed in your browser so the operator can confirm where you came from. If you go on to register and play, the operator pays us a referral fee — again, at no cost to you whatsoever. Think of it like a finder's fee paid between two businesses, with you simply being the person who made the introduction.
How We Earn
The table below breaks down exactly what actions can trigger a commission payment and who picks up the bill at each stage.
| Action | Who Pays | Cost to You |
|---|---|---|
| You click a review or casino link on invernessbookfestival.co.uk | Nobody — click-throughs alone earn nothing | £0 / None |
| You create a new account at a recommended operator | The casino operator pays us a referral fee | £0 / None |
| You make a deposit and play real-money games | The operator pays us a revenue-share or CPA commission | £0 / None |
| You claim a welcome bonus through our link | The operator funds the bonus and any commission separately | £0 / None |
How This Affects Our Reviews
The short answer is: it doesn't — and here is why. Rankings and review scores on invernessbookfestival.co.uk are never for sale. We do not accept payment to rank a casino higher, feature it in a "top pick" position, or soften a negative finding. If a casino has slow withdrawals, poor customer support, or confusing bonus terms, we say so plainly. Some operators we review do not even have affiliate programmes, and we review them anyway because our readers come first. Our long-term reputation depends on giving honest, accurate information — and that matters far more to us than any single commission payment.
Our Review Methodology
Every casino assessed on this site is evaluated against the same checklist. Our core criteria include:
- Licensing & Regulation — we verify UKGC licences and responsible gambling tools
- Bonuses & Promotions — wagering requirements, time limits, and overall fairness
- Game Selection — variety of slots, live dealer titles, and software providers
- Payment Methods — deposit and withdrawal options, processing speeds, and fees
- Customer Support — availability, response times, and quality of assistance
- Mobile Experience — usability across phones and tablets
FTC & Regulatory Compliance
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255), and in the spirit of transparency expected under UK consumer law, invernessbookfestival.co.uk discloses that material connections exist between this site and certain casino operators. Any page containing affiliate links is covered by this disclosure. We are committed to ensuring that all sponsored or commercially influenced content is clearly distinguishable and that our editorial opinions remain independent and honest.
Your Choice
Using our affiliate links is entirely optional. You are always free to visit any casino operator directly by typing their address into your browser. You will not miss out on any bonus or feature by doing so. We simply appreciate your support when you do choose to use our links — it helps us keep invernessbookfestival.co.uk running and the reviews up to date at no extra cost to you.
Questions
If you have any questions about how our affiliate relationships work, which operators we have agreements with, or anything else covered on this page, please get in touch with us through the contact page on invernessbookfestival.co.uk. We are happy to answer honestly and will respond as quickly as we can.