23 Top Magazines & Blogs Companies

How to judge a magazine or blog

Many magazines and blogs fund themselves through advertising and affiliate links, earning a commission when readers buy through them. That is common and not a problem in itself, but it helps to know before you act on a recommendation.

• Disclosure. Look for a clear statement on affiliate links and sponsored content near the article or in a site policy.
• Author details. Named authors with relevant experience, and an editor or review process, make advice easier to trust, especially on money, health or home repairs.
• Dates. Check when an article was published and last updated. Prices, product models and rules change.
• Testing claims. If a site says it tested products, look for evidence such as photos, methods or measurements.

Print subscriptions: common problems

Reader complaints about magazine subscriptions often involve automatic renewal at a higher price, issues that stop arriving, and difficulty canceling. Know your renewal terms and keep your account number handy.

Be cautious with renewal notices that arrive by mail from companies other than the publisher. Third-party subscription sellers sometimes send notices that look official and charge more than the publisher does. Renew through the publisher's own website or a contact you already trust.

CandorRated company pages show who runs each website, how long the domain has existed and what contact details were found, alongside reader reviews.

Frequently asked questions

Do affiliate links cost me more?

Usually not. The retailer pays the commission, though it is worth comparing prices elsewhere.

How do I stop a magazine subscription?

Contact the publisher's customer service or use your online account. Ask whether a refund applies for undelivered issues.