Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: 2026 | Website: thesocialbar.co.uk | Owner: James Wilson

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Thesocialbar (thesocialbar.co.uk), we believe that every visitor deserves complete honesty about how this website operates and how it generates revenue. This Affiliate Disclosure page explains the commercial relationships we maintain, how those relationships work, and — most importantly — how they do not influence the reviews and recommendations published here.

What Are Affiliate Links?

Some of the links featured on Thesocialbar are affiliate links. This means that when you click a link pointing to an online casino operator such as Ninewin Casino and subsequently register an account or make a qualifying deposit, Thesocialbar may receive a commission payment from that operator at no additional cost to you.

These commissions are a standard and widely used practice across the online publishing industry. Affiliate links function like a referral programme: the operator rewards us for directing new players to their platform, while you pay exactly the same amount you would if you had visited the site directly.

Compliance With FTC Guidelines

In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, as well as the standards set by the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP), Thesocialbar clearly discloses the existence of affiliate relationships wherever they apply. You should assume that any link to a casino operator on this website may be an affiliate link unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Does This Affect Our Reviews?

No. The existence of an affiliate relationship has absolutely no bearing on the scores, conclusions, or recommendations published on this website. James Wilson, the sole author and owner of Thesocialbar, maintains full editorial independence from all commercial partners. Operators cannot pay for positive coverage, request changes to published reviews, or influence ratings in any way.

James Wilson has declined to promote operators that did not meet his editorial standards, even where those operators offered competitive commission terms. Editorial integrity always takes priority over commercial gain.

About James Wilson and His Review Methodology

James Wilson is an experienced casino and gambling industry writer based in Great Britain, with a detailed working knowledge of the UK gambling market and the regulations set by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). Every review published on Thesocialbar is produced using a consistent, structured methodology that includes:

Licensing verification — confirming that the operator holds a valid UKGC licence before any review is published
Bonus and promotion analysis — examining wagering requirements, terms and conditions, and overall fairness
Game library assessment — evaluating the range, quality, and software providers available to UK players
Payment method testing — reviewing deposit and withdrawal options, processing times, and associated fees
Customer support evaluation — assessing availability, responsiveness, and helpfulness of support channels
Responsible gambling tools — checking for deposit limits, self-exclusion options, and GamStop integration

Ratings are awarded solely on the basis of these criteria. No casino receives a higher score simply because it pays a larger commission.

Your Trust Matters

Thesocialbar exists to help UK players make informed decisions about online casinos. If you have any questions about the affiliate relationships on this site, or if you would like clarification about a specific review or recommendation, please do not hesitate to get in touch with James Wilson directly through the contact page at thesocialbar.co.uk.

We are committed to keeping this disclosure page up to date as our commercial relationships evolve. Thank you for taking the time to read it.

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