Last updated: March 2026
Achetez malin operates a business model that includes affiliate links and a dual pricing model. We are committed to full transparency with our readers, and therefore detail here all the financial aspects of our operations, as well as the limits of our responsibility regarding the content displayed on the site.
Affiliate Links are special links that direct you to online stores and international e-commerce platforms, such as Amazon, AliExpress, and others. When you click on such a link on our site and complete a purchase, we may receive a marketing commission from the selling store's budget.
Critical point to understand: Using affiliate links does not add any cost to the price you pay, not even a penny. The price is exactly the same whether you arrived through our link or entered the store independently. The commission is paid to us directly from the platform's profit margin.
On our site, you may sometimes find two purchase paths for the same product:
We display both types of prices to enable you to make an informed choice – save money with a self-purchase, or pay a little more for a "peace of mind" service.
The world of e-commerce, particularly giant platforms like AliExpress and Amazon, operates in an algorithmic environment that changes every minute. Therefore, before clicking on links, it is hereby clarified and agreed that:
3.1 Prices are not guaranteed and are estimates only. The prices, discount percentages, and coupons displayed on Achetez malin are accurate only at the time of writing the review. External platforms change prices continuously based on Flash Sales, shipping costs that update by weight and location, coupon expiry, and exchange rates. The final, binding price for any transaction is solely the price displayed at the checkout of the external site at the time of actual purchase. We take no legal or consumer responsibility for discrepancies between the price on our site and the final price shown to you at checkout.
3.2 Images are for illustration purposes only. The photos, videos, renders, and technical specifications of aliexpress displayed on our site are taken from manufacturer/seller websites and are for illustration purposes only. Many suppliers use image editing (Photoshop), so there may be differences between the images and the actual product received. Achetez malin bears no responsibility for any mismatch between the image and the product supplied. You must check the exact dimensions (in centimeters) listed in the specifications on the seller's site.
3.3 No commitment to availability and stock. We do not manage the inventory of external stores. A product recommended on our site may go out of stock, or the seller may remove the product page without notice.
3.4 No liability for third-party transactions. For the avoidance of doubt, when you choose to purchase via the self-purchase path through an "affiliate link," Achetez malin is not a party to the transaction. We disclaim all responsibility for product quality, shipping time, defects, safety, or quality of service you receive from the external site.
The site's revenue sources are based on two paths:
Although we earn from recommendations, the trustworthiness of our content is our most important asset. We commit that:
I saw a product at a certain price on your site, clicked the link, and on AliExpress it costs more. Why?
As explained in Section 3, sellers and platforms change prices, end promotions, or update shipping fees every minute. Sometimes AliExpress offers personal discounts (such as a "new customer" discount) that are not available to other users. The correct and actual price is always the one shown at the external store's checkout.
Are your recommendations biased because of commissions?
No. Affiliate programs exist for almost every aliexpress product online. We have no incentive to recommend an inferior product just for a commission, as the magazine's reputation matters more to us.
Why is "Our Price" (direct purchase through you) different from the price I see on AliExpress?
When we offer a direct purchase, the price includes our handling of the order on your behalf, available customer service, and assistance throughout the process. The difference is essentially the cost of the concierge service (VIP service) for those who prefer not to deal with international sites directly.
Have questions about our business model? Found a significant price discrepancy that you'd like us to correct in an article to avoid misleading other readers? We're here to help:
