Harzel Orbit Labs / Methodology
Make the evidence visible.
These are the editorial standards for content we plan to publish. They are not a claim that testing or reviews have already been completed.
01 / Start with the decision
Define who a guide is for, what problem it addresses, and which criteria matter. Explain why each option is included and where the comparison is limited.
02 / Use traceable sources
Use primary sources such as official product documentation, pricing pages, and published specifications where available. Cite material sources and record when time-sensitive details were checked.
Separate a provider’s claims from independently supported findings. If reliable information is unavailable, say so.
03 / Describe the evaluation
Label desk research as desk research. Describe something as tested only when we have actually used or evaluated it, and explain the scope, conditions, and limitations of that work.
Do not imply access to a product, credentials, or experience we do not have.
04 / Explain the trade-offs
Discuss relevant limitations, costs, and alternatives alongside potential benefits. Avoid universal “best” claims; explain which needs and circumstances a conclusion applies to.
05 / Separate commercial relationships
Disclose affiliate relationships, sponsorships, and material benefits clearly where they are relevant. Compensation must not determine an editorial conclusion. See our affiliate disclosure.
06 / Correct and update
Show publication and substantive update dates on future articles. Revisit information when a material change is identified, and make meaningful corrections visible.
To report a concern, email hello@harzelorbit.com with the page URL, the statement in question, and a supporting source if available.