Every piece of content on gimbal.info is produced with a clear editorial structure to uphold transparency, accuracy, and reader value. This policy outlines how content is researched, written, reviewed, and updated so visitors can trust the process behind the information they read.
Editorial integrity isn’t treated as a marketing statement—it’s the backbone of daily operations. Whether the article is a detailed gimbal comparison or a tutorial on counterweight balancing, each one follows the same editorial criteria to ensure clarity, consistency, and factual accuracy.
Readers deserve to know how decisions are made, what standards guide reviews, and how conflicts of interest are avoided. This document serves as the foundation for those expectations. The aim is not just to inform but to support confident decision-making through dependable editorial judgment.
Every staff writer, guest contributor, and freelance editor operates under this policy. Content is never rushed to publish without proper checks, and sponsored influence is never allowed to dictate tone, placement, or conclusions. Editorial accountability is embedded from ideation to publication.
Content Creation Standards
Content begins with a clear intent: answer real user questions using verifiable data, hands-on experience, and simplified language. Writers begin by identifying what the audience is actively searching for—whether it’s “best gimbal for Canon R5” or “how to balance a tilt-heavy payload.”
Writers gather technical details from user manuals, product specification sheets, field usage, community reports, and in-house tests. They convert technical terms into approachable, informative language that respects both beginner and pro audiences.
Clarity, context, and usefulness are prioritized over verbosity. Formatting is intentionally structured for readability—using bullet points, tables, subheadings, and imagery where needed. No unnecessary filler is allowed.
Writers are encouraged to inject voice, but never at the cost of neutrality or factual integrity. Opinions are clearly labeled as such and kept minimal. Each draft passes through fact-checking before it reaches an editor. Accuracy always beats speed.
Product Review Methodology
Every review published on gimbal.info follows a documented framework based on standardized criteria such as:
- Build quality
- Payload capacity
- Stabilization effectiveness
- Battery runtime
- App usability
- Portability
- Mounting flexibility
- Price-to-performance ratio
Products are tested either directly by the editorial team or through remote partnerships with filmmakers who field-test the gear. If hands-on testing isn’t possible, insights are drawn from independent, verified footage, technical documentation, and community feedback loops.
Scoring systems are always explained. No model is ranked without a clear justification. Ratings are derived from field performance and side-by-side comparison—not promotional materials or spec inflation.
When products are loaned for review, they’re treated with the same critical lens as any gear acquired independently. Loaned gear is returned or disclosed in the content.
Fact-Checking and Data Verification
Factual accuracy is central to editorial credibility. Every specification, performance metric, and compatibility claim is verified using multiple sources before publication. This includes:
- Official manufacturer pages
- Product manuals
- Firmware changelogs
- Video footage validation
- Expert interviews
- Vendor data sheets
- Real-world reports from creators
Nothing is assumed based on marketing language or vague product copy. Any data point that cannot be confirmed with source-level evidence is removed or flagged with a note.
Editorial staff cross-checks numbers for consistency, especially across regions where specs may vary. If model versions differ by region or firmware level, the article will specify those differences to avoid confusion.
Fact-checkers maintain source records and update internal logs for transparency and audit readiness.
Editorial Independence and Objectivity
The content team operates independently of advertisers, sponsors, or affiliate networks. No external entity has input into rankings, wording, or visual placement of products. All editorial decisions are made solely by the writers, editors, and technical advisors.
Affiliate revenue may support the site, but it does not guide content strategy. Gear that performs well gets recommended—regardless of commission potential. Likewise, underperforming gear is openly critiqued or excluded, even when affiliate opportunities exist.
Any sponsored collaboration, product sample, or paid partnership is clearly disclosed within the article and flagged in the metadata. The site avoids “soft sponsorship” tactics, where influence is implied but not declared.
Editorial freedom is protected by DivulgeInc’s internal content charter and enforced by contractual agreements across all contributors.
Affiliate Relationships and Disclosure
Gimbal.info participates in affiliate programs from select vendors, including Amazon, B&H, and official gimbal brands. When a visitor clicks a link and makes a purchase, the site may earn a small commission.
These links are disclosed via visual indicators (e.g., [Affiliate Link]) or callouts near product boxes. Readers are informed when affiliate tracking is active, and no personal data is collected through these links.
No editorial content is modified based on affiliate earnings. Products with zero affiliate connection often appear in top positions if testing proves them superior. Earnings do not override truth.
All contributors are briefed on disclosure policies and forbidden from manipulating links or promoting products for personal gain.
Update Frequency and Version Control
Product specifications evolve. Firmware gets patched. New accessories are released. Reviews don’t stay static—and neither does the editorial team’s commitment to keeping them fresh.
Content updates are scheduled based on:
- Release of new models in the same category
- Major firmware revisions
- Price shifts of 15% or more
- User-reported issues or breakthroughs
- Retesting after long-term usage
Each page includes a “last updated” date. Major changes are logged internally, and historical versions can be restored for audit purposes. Readers who notice outdated content can flag it via the contact page or inline feedback links.
Updating isn’t treated as an afterthought. It’s embedded into the publishing process as a core responsibility.
Sources and Reference Materials
Each article is supported by reference documents that include:
- Manufacturer data sheets
- Technical diagrams
- Firmware notes
- Official product support pages
- Instruction manuals
- Community reports from trusted forums (e.g., BMCuser, Reddit, YouTube)
When third-party media is embedded—such as video samples or stabilization demos—source credits are included, and permission is obtained where applicable.
Data from public APIs, open databases, or industry reports is cited with links or footnotes. If a data point cannot be traced back to an official or verified source, it is either removed or marked with a “tentative” label.
No guesswork, no assumptions, no blind trust in press releases.
Contributor Qualifications and Accountability
Every writer and reviewer undergoes a vetting process. Credentials may include film production experience, product testing history, editorial background, or technical writing certifications.
Each contributor must:
- Disclose any product affiliations or biases
- Sign the editorial ethics agreement
- Undergo article-by-article performance review
- Accept correction responsibility for published material
The platform avoids anonymous publishing. Names or pen names are attached to articles where possible, and contributor bios are accessible via the author pages.
Accountability is non-negotiable. Mistakes are owned and corrected, not buried.
Corrections and Editorial Revisions
When errors are found—whether in specs, context, or outdated recommendations—they’re corrected quickly and transparently. Minor edits may be made silently (e.g., grammar fixes), while major changes are documented with a note.
Users can report errors through any contact form or comment section. Reports are logged, triaged, and reviewed within three business days.
If a correction affects the article’s overall conclusion or rating, the editorial team re-tests or re-evaluates the gear in question and republishes an updated verdict with a note.
Content accuracy isn’t assumed after publication—it’s actively maintained.
Plagiarism and Content Originality Standards
All articles are created from scratch. No content is copied, spun, or paraphrased from competing sites. Writers are trained to rely on original analysis, firsthand experience, and verified sources.
The editorial team uses plagiarism detection tools on every draft before publication. Any flagged sections are reviewed, and reused phrasing is rewritten with a fresh voice or removed entirely.
If quotes are used, they are attributed properly and placed within quotation marks. Long excerpts from manuals or external guides are avoided unless they provide irreplaceable clarity—and are sourced.
Originality is a cornerstone of site integrity.
Comment Moderation and Community Standards
Readers may engage with content via comments, feedback forms, or social channels. All comments are moderated to maintain respectful, factual, and helpful discourse.
What’s allowed:
- Questions about product use or compatibility
- Constructive criticism
- User insights and long-term observations
- Requests for future topics or comparisons
What’s not allowed:
- Spam, self-promotion, or irrelevant linking
- Personal attacks or inflammatory language
- False or misleading technical claims
- Copyright infringement
Moderators review flagged comments daily. Persistent offenders may be banned, and IP blocks may be enforced for repeat abuse.
Open dialogue is encouraged—but within clear boundaries.
Content Licensing and Reuse Requests
Content from gimbal.info may not be republished, copied, or embedded on third-party websites without written permission. Excerpts (up to 100 words) may be used under fair use with proper attribution and a do-follow link.
Educational institutions, syndication partners, or press contacts may request reuse rights by contacting editorial@gimbal.info. Approved partners are provided with licensing terms and tracking identifiers.
Any unauthorized scraping, syndication, or AI training based on the site’s original content will trigger takedown requests and DMCA action through hosting partners and search engines.
Editorial rights are protected rigorously.
Contact the Editorial Team
Questions about content, correction requests, or contributor inquiries can be directed to the editorial team at:
Email: editorial@gimbal.info
Turnaround Time: 24–72 hours (business days)
Include:
- Full name
- Topic or article link
- Clear summary of request
- Supporting links or documentation if needed
For media, partnership, or cross-platform editorial opportunities, please use media@divulgeinc.com for direct assistance.