Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: January 2026. This disclosure applies to all content published on Theartmuse (theartmuse.me), operated by Liam Hargreaves.

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Theartmuse, honesty is the foundation of everything we publish. Before you read any of our online pokies reviews or casino recommendations, we want you to fully understand how this website operates commercially and how that relationship — or lack thereof — influences the content you read. You deserve to know exactly where we stand.

What Are Affiliate Links?

Some of the links you find on theartmuse.me are affiliate links. This means that when you click on a link to an online casino or pokies operator and then go on to create an account or make a deposit, Theartmuse may receive a commission or referral fee from that operator. This payment comes directly from the casino at no additional cost to you — you will never pay more for a product or service because you arrived via one of our links.

Affiliate partnerships are a standard and widely accepted model used by review and comparison websites across the internet. They allow us to keep Theartmuse running, fund ongoing research, and continue delivering detailed, up-to-date content for New Zealand players.

How Affiliate Relationships Work on This Site

Theartmuse maintains affiliate agreements with a number of online casino and pokies operators that accept New Zealand players.
When you click certain links on our pages and complete a qualifying action — such as registering an account or depositing funds — Theartmuse may earn a commission.
Not every operator we mention has an affiliate arrangement with us. We cover casinos and pokies platforms we consider relevant to our audience regardless of commercial relationships.
Affiliate commissions vary between operators and do not influence the scores, rankings, or written assessments we assign to any platform.

Editorial Independence and Unbiased Reviews

Affiliate revenue does not determine which casinos receive positive reviews on Theartmuse. Liam Hargreaves personally researches, tests, and writes all reviews and recommendations published on this site. His assessments are based solely on direct testing of the platform, analysis of bonus terms and conditions, payout speed, software quality, licensing credentials, and the overall experience a New Zealand player can expect.

No operator can pay for a favourable review. No operator can request that negative findings be removed or altered. If a casino performs poorly during testing, that assessment will be reflected honestly in the published content, whether or not a commercial relationship exists.

Our Review Methodology

Every pokies platform reviewed on Theartmuse is evaluated using a consistent, structured process. Key factors assessed by Liam Hargreaves include:

Licensing and player safety: Verification of regulatory credentials relevant to New Zealand players.
Game selection: Variety, software providers, and the quality of pokies titles available.
Bonuses and promotions: Honest breakdown of welcome offers, wagering requirements, and ongoing promotions.
Banking options: Deposit and withdrawal methods available in New Zealand, including processing times.
Customer support: Responsiveness and availability of support channels.
Mobile experience: Performance and usability on smartphones and tablets.

FTC Compliance

This disclosure is provided in accordance with the guidelines of the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding endorsements and testimonials, as well as general best practices for transparent affiliate marketing. Theartmuse is committed to ensuring that all material connections between this website and any third-party operator are clearly communicated to readers.

Questions About This Disclosure

If you have any questions about how Theartmuse handles affiliate relationships, or if you would like to understand more about how a specific review was conducted, you are welcome to contact Liam Hargreaves directly through the contact page on theartmuse.me. We value reader trust above all else and are always happy to provide clarity.

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