Disclaimers & Ethics
Transparency and honesty are at the heart of BreatheSafeAir. Here’s how I operate and what you should know.
I am not a doctor, nor have I studied in a field related to air pollution respirators. I do my best to research all of my articles thoroughly, and I always include sources where I have found the information.
This website is meant for informational purposes only.
Medical Disclaimer: This website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. The intent of these articles is to discuss masks and respirators in the context of air pollution, not medical applications.
This website is my opinion and reflects my experiences. Information stated in the articles is accurate from my experience, but it may not be reflected in the experience of others.
Critical Safety Information: Respirators are only effective if they have been fit-tested. Fit-testing requires professional training. It is important that best practices are always followed when it comes to ensuring the best protection.
Although personal training is optimal, official sources such as the CDC provide basic guides for proper respirator use.
I strongly encourage anyone considering respirator use for health protection to consult with medical professionals and seek proper fit-testing when possible.
This will be explained on a per-article basis. I try to balance research with my own testing, but it’s important to note that in the case of air quality monitors, a reference-grade device is needed for proper testing.
My testing approach varies depending on the product type and what I have access to.
For some products, I can do comprehensive testing over weeks or months. For others, my review may be based more heavily on research, specifications, and shorter-term testing.
Transparency Commitment: I always try to be transparent about my testing limitations and will clearly state in each review what type of testing I was able to do. If I haven’t been able to test a product thoroughly, I’ll make that clear rather than pretending I have more experience with it than I actually do.
My goal is to provide you with honest insights based on whatever level of testing and research I can realistically accomplish, while being completely upfront about any limitations in my methodology.
Sometimes in some articles, I may contradict myself or change my view. Almost always, this is because this blog is a constant learning process and I learn more as I go. In cases of contradicting information, it’s usually because I’ve learnt more since the earlier article.
In these cases, please believe the most recent article as that will have my current views.
If you do notice these issues, please contact me so I can update them. Unfortunately, as a single person who runs this blog – and while balancing a job – I simply don’t get time to ensure every article is up to date and accurate.
Reality Check: I do my best to keep information current, but with the pace of new product releases and evolving research, some older articles may contain outdated information. This is an ongoing challenge that I’m constantly working to improve.
I appreciate your understanding and patience as I work to maintain the quality and accuracy of content across the entire site. Your feedback helps me prioritize which articles need updates most urgently.
I review a lot of different products on this website, and I understand how hard it can be to find a website or platform to trust when everyone has ulterior motives. It is for this reason that I want to share a few of my beliefs and philosophies.
I believe transparency builds trust, so here’s exactly how I operate.
Accuracy Commitment: I always strive to only spread information that is accurate. A lot of research goes into all of the articles that I write. However, if you do notice any inaccuracies, please contact me.
These policies ensure my reviews remain honest and trustworthy, even when I receive free products or earn affiliate commissions.
I now freelance with AirGradient, a company that produces air quality monitors. However, this has not influenced how I run this website, as AirGradient is extremely transparent and encourages me to be transparent too, even when I find flaws in AirGradient monitors.
AirGradient actually encourages me to maintain my independence and honest reviews.
Why I joined AirGradient: So I could make a meaningful difference (through initiatives like AirGradient’s air quality monitoring donations) and so I could learn more and educate myself further, allowing me to improve the quality of content on this website.
This freelance relationship allows me to contribute to important environmental initiatives while continuing to provide you with unbiased, honest reviews and information. My commitment to transparency remains unchanged.
This site is a part of many different affiliate programs, and I may make a commission on purchases that you make.
Purchases made by you will not cost more – I will never recommend a product that I don’t believe in.
Your purchase price stays exactly the same; however, I may receive a commission based on the price. This is a way for me to support the blog and to keep writing good content.
Amazon Affiliate Program: BreatheSafeAir is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
If you have any questions about these disclaimers, please feel free to contact me here. I want to be as transparent as possible, and I am happy to answer questions.
As a person who spends a lot of time on the internet, I hate advertisements. Based on my own experiences and feelings, I’ve decided not to run ads on BreatheSafeAir.
This also means I don’t accept sponsored articles, posts or links.
This policy helps me maintain independence and provide unbiased reviews. Without ads cluttering the site, you can focus on the content that actually matters.
Support This Blog: If you would like to support this blog (but no pressure!), you can donate to me here. Your support helps me continue creating quality content without relying on intrusive advertising.
I believe this approach creates a better experience for readers while allowing me to maintain the integrity of my reviews and recommendations.