Last revised: August 2, 2026

How Balumy builds its news coverage and reviews across VPN, gaming, AI, and software.

Independence First

Ratings and rankings come from editorial judgment, full stop — not from which company pays the best commission. See how the site makes money.

Review Criteria by Category

• VPN: speed tests, security/encryption checks, no-log verification, streaming tests, price comparison.
• Gaming: hands-on play across PC, console, mobile, indie, VR — judged on gameplay, performance, value.
• AI: testing chatbots, image/video generators, coding assistants, productivity tools for output quality and usability.
• Software: functional testing of productivity, security, design, and utility tools for reliability and value.

Sourcing

We favor hands-on testing and primary documentation over secondhand claims, and note when info comes from a vendor’s own materials rather than our own testing.

Corrections

Errors get fixed as soon as we know about them. See the full Corrections & Complaints Policy.

Reviews Age — We Update Them

Products change constantly, so we revisit reviews periodically. The date on an article shows the last substantive update.

Sponsored Content Labeling

Anything paid for directly, or influenced beyond a standard affiliate deal, gets marked “Sponsored” or “Promoted.” See the Advertising & Sponsorship Policy.

Contact

Questions about how we work: admin@balumy.com.