Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: June 1, 2026
In plain English: Some links on PCDoc are affiliate links. If you buy a tool through one of them, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. This never changes which tools we recommend or how we rank them.
How PCDoc makes money
Running a quality help site takes time and resources. To keep our guides free, we fund the Site in three transparent ways:
- Affiliate commissions. When we recommend a tool (for example, an antivirus or cleanup utility) and you purchase it through our link, the vendor may pay us a commission.
- Remote support service. Our optional paid remote help service is provided by partner technicians.
- Display advertising. We may show a limited number of non-intrusive ads.
Our editorial promise
In line with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines on endorsements, we want to be completely clear:
- A commission never determines whether we recommend a tool or where it ranks.
- We include the downsides and cons of every tool, not just the good parts.
- Where it makes sense, we point to free or built-in Windows options first.
- The price you pay through our link is the same as — or better than — going direct.
How affiliate links work
When you click an affiliate link, a cookie is stored in your browser so the vendor knows the visit came from PCDoc. If you make a purchase within that vendor’s tracking window, we may receive a commission. We participate in affiliate programs through networks such as Impact, ShareASale, and CJ Affiliate, among others. See how cookies are handled in our Privacy Policy.
No manufacturer affiliation
PCDoc is independent. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft, Apple, or any product manufacturer. Product names and trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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