Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: January 2026
ScissorSound.co.nz is a free resource for New Zealand players comparing betting sites, casino offers, and promotions. To keep our website running and our content free of charge, we may earn a commission when you click on certain links on our site and sign up, deposit, or place a bet with a featured operator. This is known as affiliate marketing.
1. We Earn Affiliate Commissions
When you visit a betting site through a link on ScissorSound.co.nz and subsequently create an account or make a deposit, we may receive a commission from that operator. This comes at no additional cost to you. These commissions help fund our research, testing, and content updates.
2. Commissions Do Not Influence Our Rankings or Reviews
Our editorial rankings, star ratings, and written reviews are based on independent research, hands‑on testing, and a consistent set of evaluation criteria. We do not accept payment to place any operator higher on a list, to inflate a rating, or to alter the outcome of a review. Affiliate relationships never dictate our opinions or the order in which brands appear. Any brand listed on our “Best New Zealand Betting Sites” pages has met our baseline quality standards.
3. How to Identify Affiliate or Sponsored Links
Affiliate links on ScissorSound.co.nz are usually identified in one or more of the following ways:
- Buttons labelled “Visit Site”, “Claim Bonus”, “Play Now”, or similar calls to action.
- Text links that contain tracking parameters (e.g.
?aff=or?btag=). - Clearly marked “Sponsored” or “Affiliate” sections or badges where applicable.
- A note at the top or bottom of comparison tables stating that links are affiliate links.
Not all outbound links are affiliate links. We sometimes link to external resources (such as problem gambling support services) without receiving any compensation.
4. Compliance with New Zealand Advertising Standards
This disclosure is provided to comply with the New Zealand Fair Trading Act 1986 and the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) Advertising Codes of Practice, including the Gambling Advertising Code. We strive to ensure that all promotional content is honest, balanced, and clearly identifiable as advertising where required. All gambling operators listed on this site must be licensed and legally permitted to offer their services to New Zealand residents.
5. Reader Responsibility
Please gamble responsibly. Betting and casino games involve risk, and you should never wager more than you can afford to lose. ScissorSound.co.nz is an informational resource only and does not provide betting advice. Always check the terms and conditions, wagering requirements, and local laws before signing up to any betting site. If you or someone you know needs help, contact Gambling Helpline New Zealand on 0800 654 655 or visit gamblinghelpline.co.nz.