Editorial Policy

Last updated: May 30, 2026

This page explains how Aquarium Life Hub produces its articles — who writes them, how they are reviewed, how we handle sources, and how we update content over time. We publish this because readers should know what stands behind any fishkeeping claim.

Our editorial principles

  1. Tested over theoretical. Where possible, we describe what we did and what happened — not just what should work.
  2. Independence. Advertisers and affiliate partners do not influence editorial decisions. Sponsored content, if we ever accept it, will be labeled.
  3. Water-source honesty. Fishkeeping advice depends on your tap water. We name the assumptions our methods rely on.
  4. Updates. Articles are dated and updated when products, best practices, or species availability change in meaningful ways.
  5. Corrections. We correct errors openly with a visible note.

How we source articles

For each article we consult, in order of priority:

  1. Peer-reviewed aquaculture, ichthyology, and aquatic veterinary research
  2. Public aquarium husbandry guides (Monterey Bay, Georgia Aquarium, Steinhart, AZA-accredited institutions)
  3. Reputable hobby organizations — Aquatic Gardeners Association (AGA), Marine Aquarium Societies of North America (MASNA), British Aquarist Society
  4. Aquatic veterinarian publications and the American Association of Fish Veterinarians
  5. Long-form interviews with experienced hobbyists, breeders, and store owners
  6. Hands-on testing on our own tanks

Reviewer process

Articles covering disease treatment, water chemistry, breeding, or anything safety-adjacent are reviewed before publication by a contributor with relevant experience. Reviewed articles include a “Reviewed by” line.

Affiliate disclosures

When we recommend products, we may include affiliate links. If you buy through one of these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships are disclosed within each post. We never recommend a product solely because of an affiliate relationship.

Sponsored content

We do not currently accept sponsored articles. If we ever do, sponsored pieces will be clearly labeled and held to the same factual standards as editorial content.

Updates and corrections

Each article shows a publish date and an updated date when material changes are made. Substantive corrections are noted at the bottom of an article. Cosmetic or minor edits (typos, broken links) are made silently.

How to contact us

To report an error or suggest a correction, email editor@aquariumlifehub.com. We aim to respond within 5 business days.