Editorial Policy
How we choose products, how we write, and what we won't do
What this site is
Calm Without Screens is an independent editorial affiliate website. We write about screen-free evenings, offline habits, and calming bedroom environments, and we recommend physical products — journals, teas, lamps, sleep accessories, and relaxation tools — that we think are genuinely useful for building quieter, more intentional evenings.
We earn money through the Amazon Associates programme. When you click a product link and make a qualifying purchase, we receive a small commission. You pay the same price either way.
How we choose products
We only recommend products we think are genuinely useful. Our selection process involves:
- Direct use where possible, or thorough research of long-form reviews from verified purchasers where not
- Reading criticism and complaints, not just positive reviews — every product block on this site includes a "Consider before buying" section
- Asking whether we would recommend this to someone we actually care about
- Considering commission potential only after editorial quality — it has no bearing on whether a product is listed
Products are removed if we learn of consistent problems, better alternatives, or significant quality decline.
How we write
All content on this site is written by humans. We don't use AI-generated product descriptions as published content. Our writing tries to be honest, specific, and useful — not to generate keyword traffic at the expense of real information.
We avoid:
- Fake star ratings or user counts
- Fabricated testimonials
- Medical or health claims about products
- Superlatives we can't support ("best ever", "revolutionary", etc.)
- Urgency tactics ("limited time", "selling fast")
Affiliate disclosure
Calm Without Screens is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Affiliate links are disclosed on every page they appear on, both in a notice at the top of the page and adjacent to each individual product link. We don't hide affiliate relationships.
For more detail, see our full Affiliate Disclosure page.
Corrections and updates
If you notice a factual error, an outdated product recommendation, or anything that looks misleading, please let us know via our contact page. We take this seriously and will investigate and update promptly.
No sponsored content
We don't accept payment for product placement or editorial coverage. No brand or manufacturer can pay to be featured on this site. Recommendations are made entirely on editorial merit.
Last updated: April 2026