Why I Rejected a ReviewMe Offer

11 Jun

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Some bloggers will accept any offers that come to them just to make an extra buck, I on the other hand will not. As a blogger who gains trust from his readers I only promote sites that offer good, clean content.

A while back I got an offer from ReviewMe for $30 to review this Indian video streaming site, similar to YouTube. When I went to check out the site I saw the front page to be well designed, so I decided to start on the review. After clicking on some links here and there on the site, I thought to myself, “hold up”. Since this is a new video site, it will obviously have little to no restrictions of what its users can upload just to have a good user base. I’m not talking about unrestricted copyrighted stuff, I’m talking about unrestricted adult content. The site was full of erotic scenes, and I was pondering whether to continue with this review or not. Fortunately, I made the right decision and rejected the offer. I mean, how am I supposed to review the site? Am I suppose to talk about how many babes can jiggle their booty the best, or how long a couple can have sex? It was ridiculous.

Getting $30 for writing a 100 word review sounds tempting, but I will not accept sites that post adult content. I’m not going to name the site because I don’t want the owner of that site to get on my back, but I just don’t approve of it, therefore I didn’t accept the money.

I would never promote a site, service, or product that I wouldn’t use myself. I think bloggers should realize that the money they get shouldn’t just come from anywhere, but from sources that they approve of. A lot of bloggers won’t agree with me, but that’s my standpoint. What’s yours?

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9 Responses

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June 11th, 2007 at 10:27 pm

1

I’m pretty much in the same boat. I wouldn’t review things for that compromised my values just for a buck.
Kumiko

June 11th, 2007 at 10:29 pm

2

I wouldn’t have done it either but reviewing the site doesn’t mean you have to be positive about it or would use it yourself. You can just as easily talk about why you don’t like it in a review.
Chetan Narsude

June 11th, 2007 at 11:26 pm

3

I agree with Kumiko. First of all you reviewing the site is in no way reflection of your personality, unless you disagree.

2nd, they have created a platform to provide for the supply. It’s just business. if you dont like it, it’s not a big deal.

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Chetan
Sunny

June 12th, 2007 at 6:49 am

4

@Kumiko: If I did review the site with a negative attitude then I would still promote it unintentionally. My readers would be curious and they would want to check what the site is about. My whole goal is to not let my readers know about this site.

@Chetan Narsude: I know it’s business, but still it goes against my moral values.
Sofcore

June 12th, 2007 at 11:29 am

5

I think you did the right thing by not reviewing it. All publicity, positive or negative is good publicity. And so, even if you would have thrashed that particular site it would still have seen an increase in traffic (based on your negative review).

I admire you for “sticking to your guns” and not turning your back on your beliefs, just for money.

For what it’s worth, you’ve gained another fan.

Regards,
Sunny

June 12th, 2007 at 2:01 pm

6

Thanks Sofcore, that’s exactly why I didn’t write about them, whether I say good or bad things about them would still benefit them.
K-IntheHouse

June 12th, 2007 at 4:10 pm

7

I almost changed last week to this theme. It’s a great theme though..

I agree with you in that the reviews should be for products or sites that you find yourself useful! Found you through Kumiko as well!
Nirmal

June 13th, 2007 at 4:04 am

8

I feel you have made a good decision. We cant have all sites reviewed just because it earns some money for us.
Sunny

June 13th, 2007 at 10:45 am

9

@K-IntheHouse: yeah it is a great theme, I’m glad Kumiko’s visitors are giving me visits.

@Nirmal: yeah morality has to be stronger and greater than our greed