Affiliate Disclosure

Last Updated: 2026

Our Affiliate Relationships

AKWest (akwest.co.nz) is a participant in affiliate marketing programs operated by various online casinos and gaming operators. When you click on certain links on our website and subsequently sign up for or make a deposit with these operators, we may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you.

How We Identify Affiliate Links

Affiliate and sponsored links on our site are clearly marked with one or more of the following indicators:

• An "[AFFILIATE]" tag or label
• A "[SPONSORED]" tag or label
• Explicit disclosure in the surrounding text
• A hover tooltip indicating the link's sponsored nature

Our Editorial Independence

Our affiliate commissions do not influence our editorial rankings, reviews, or recommendations. Our casino reviews are based on objective criteria including game selection, customer service, security, bonus terms, and user experience. We maintain editorial integrity regardless of affiliate relationships, and we do not rank casinos higher or lower based on commission rates.

New Zealand Compliance

This disclosure complies with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) Code of Advertising Standards and the Consumer Protection Act 1987. All affiliate relationships are conducted transparently and honestly.

Your Responsibility

We encourage you to conduct your own research and only engage with licensed, regulated online casinos operating legally in your jurisdiction. Gambling involves risk. Please gamble responsibly and seek help if needed through Gambling Harm in New Zealand.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our affiliate disclosures, please contact us via our website contact page.