Last updated: October 2026 — James Wilson, Marapa
Last Updated: January 2026
Marapa (marapa.org) is committed to transparency with our readers. This page explains how we generate revenue through affiliate relationships and how these partnerships do not compromise the integrity of our online casino reviews and recommendations.
Affiliate links are special URLs that track when readers click through from Marapa to an online casino operator's website. When a reader clicks an affiliate link and completes a qualifying action—such as creating an account or making a deposit—Marapa may earn a commission from the operator. This commission is paid by the casino operator, not by the reader.
Affiliate links allow Marapa to maintain and improve our website while providing free, high-quality casino reviews and recommendations to our audience. Without this revenue model, producing independent research and detailed operator evaluations would not be financially sustainable.
When you click an affiliate link on Marapa and subsequently sign up or deposit with that operator, the casino tracks your visit through the unique identifier embedded in our link. If you meet the specific terms of that operator's affiliate agreement, Marapa receives a commission. Key points:
Marapa's reviews are completely independent and unbiased, regardless of affiliate relationships.
James Wilson, founder and primary reviewer at Marapa, has over 15 years of experience in the online gambling industry. His expertise encompasses licensing regulations, software providers, payment methods, player protection standards, and operator business practices. This deep knowledge ensures our reviews are grounded in genuine understanding—not financial incentives.
Our affiliate relationships do not influence review scores, recommendations, or editorial decisions. We review and recommend casinos based solely on their quality, safety, licensing status, game selection, customer service, and overall player experience. An operator's affiliate commission rate does not determine its review rating on Marapa.
Every online casino featured on Marapa undergoes rigorous evaluation across multiple criteria:
This methodology is applied consistently to all operators, regardless of whether Marapa has an affiliate relationship with them. We may review and recommend casinos with which we have no affiliate arrangement if they meet our quality standards.
Marapa clearly identifies all affiliate links throughout our website. When you see an affiliate link, you will know it is monetized. We believe readers deserve to understand how we operate and fund our services.
James Wilson personally stands behind every review and recommendation published on Marapa. Our reputation depends on providing honest, accurate information. Misleading readers would ultimately harm our credibility and business far more than any affiliate commission could benefit us.
If you have questions about our affiliate disclosures, review methodology, or editorial practices, please contact James Wilson directly. We welcome reader feedback and maintain our commitment to transparency and integrity.
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