Editorial Policy
Our commitment to providing accurate, unbiased, and educational content about cryptocurrency.
Content Principles
1. Education Only
All content on Crypto Money Basics is strictly educational. We:
- Explain concepts, mechanisms, and risks
- Provide context for news and events
- Teach security and safety practices
- Do NOT give investment advice or recommendations
- Do NOT make price predictions or market forecasts
- Do NOT promote trading strategies or signals
2. Risk-First Approach
Every article includes:
- Clear explanation of risks and limitations
- Common pitfalls and scams to avoid
- Security best practices
- Prominent disclaimers
3. No Commercial Conflicts
We maintain editorial independence by:
- Using NO affiliate links or referral codes
- Accepting NO paid placements or sponsored content
- Receiving NO commissions from exchanges, wallets, or crypto companies
- Making NO specific product recommendations
Content Standards
Prohibited Language and Topics
We never use language that:
- Promises returns or profits ("guaranteed returns," "100x gains")
- Creates urgency or FOMO ("buy now," "limited time")
- Recommends specific purchases ("best coin," "top pick")
- Promotes trading signals or insider information
Required Elements
Every educational post includes:
- Who this is for: Intended audience and use case
- Key risks: What can go wrong
- Common scams: How people get tricked
- Checklist or action steps: Practical guidance
- Further reading: Internal links to related topics
- Disclaimer: Educational purposes only notice
Research and Accuracy
Sources
We rely on:
- Official documentation from established projects
- Security research from reputable firms
- Academic papers and educational institutions
- Government regulatory guidance (for context, not legal advice)
- Established news sources for factual events
What We Avoid
- Anonymous sources or rumors
- Price speculation disguised as analysis
- Unverified claims about specific projects
- Promotional materials from crypto companies
Corrections and Updates
Cryptocurrency technology and regulations evolve quickly. When we discover errors or outdated information:
- We correct mistakes promptly and transparently
- We note the correction date at the bottom of the article
- We update "last updated" dates when content is refreshed
- Significant changes are noted explicitly
AI and Content Creation
We may use AI tools to:
- Draft initial content outlines
- Check grammar and clarity
- Generate educational examples
However:
- All final content is reviewed and edited by humans
- Factual claims are verified independently
- We ensure content meets our editorial standards
- We do not blindly publish AI-generated content
Reader Feedback
We welcome:
- Corrections and factual feedback
- Suggestions for new educational topics
- Questions about unclear explanations
Please use our Contact form to reach us.
Compliance with Advertising Policies
This site is built with future AdSense approval in mind. We ensure:
- Substantial, original content (no thin or duplicate content)
- Clear navigation and site structure
- Transparent about our educational mission
- All required pages present (Privacy, Terms, Disclaimer, Contact)
- Mobile-friendly and performant
- No prohibited content or misleading claims
Last updated: February 2026