About Investigation.blog
We are an independent investigative journalism platform dedicated to accountability in digital marketing, affiliate practices, and online business ethics.
Our Mission
Holding Digital Practices Accountable
The digital marketing industry operates largely in the shadows. Attribution systems, tracking mechanisms, and commission structures are often opaque, leaving affiliates, advertisers, and consumers without the information they need to make informed decisions.
Investigation.blog exists to shine a light on these practices. Through rigorous, data-driven analysis, we examine how digital systems actually work versus how they're marketed to work. Our goal is not to vilify any company or individual, but to promote transparency and accountability across the industry.
Our Approach
Data-Driven, Fact-Based Reporting
Every investigation we publish is grounded in observable evidence. We use technical analysis, controlled testing, and documentation review to build our cases. When we make claims, we show the data that supports them.
We also reach out to companies for comment before publication and update our articles when new information becomes available. Accuracy matters more than speed, and fairness matters more than clicks.
Our Values
Principles That Guide Our Work
Source Protection
We never reveal our sources. Anonymous contributors are the backbone of investigative journalism, and we take their protection seriously.
Transparency
Every investigation includes methodology disclosure. We show our work so readers can evaluate our findings independently.
Neutrality
We report facts, not opinions. Our goal is to inform, not to sensationalize or take sides in industry disputes.
Community Driven
Many investigations begin with tips from industry insiders. We rely on the community to surface issues worth examining.
Our Journey
How We Got Here
Founded
Investigation.blog was created in response to growing concerns about transparency in digital marketing and affiliate industries.
First Major Investigation
Published our first comprehensive analysis of attribution practices, revealing patterns that affected thousands of affiliates.
Expanding Coverage
Broadened our focus to include SaaS platforms, ad networks, and consumer protection issues in the digital space.
Our Team
Anonymous by Design
Investigation.blog is operated by a team of journalists, developers, and industry insiders who choose to remain anonymous. This isn't about hiding—it's about protection. By keeping our identities private, we protect ourselves, our sources, and the integrity of our investigations from potential retaliation.
Our work speaks for itself. Judge us by the quality and accuracy of our reporting, not by who we are.
Have a Story for Us?
If you have evidence of questionable practices in digital marketing, affiliate programs, or online business, we want to hear from you. All submissions are confidential.