How do we select which referral codes to host and share?
Learn how Take Me To The Points selects, verifies, and prioritises the best referral codes for our readers. We only feature codes with genuine benefits that we’ve personally checked for 2026.
At a Glance – Our Referral Link Curation Approach
- ✅ No Dead Links: We audit our top referral pages monthly.
- ✅ Better Rewards: We seek out codes that offer exclusive bonuses (e.g., extra points/cash).
- ✅ Real Experience: These are the same codes we use for our own travel and finance.
- ✅ No Spam: We only feature reputable, high-street, and regulated brands.
1. The Genuine Benefit Test
We only feature referral codes where the new customer receives a tangible reward—whether that is bonus points, a cash discount, or an exclusive trial period. If a referral scheme offers a benefit to us but nothing to you, we won’t feature it.
2. Manual Verification & Verified Status
The internet is full of “expired” coupon codes. We combat this by:
Monthly Audits: We manually check our top-performing referral links to ensure they are still active. You can find the date a code was last checked on the referral code pages itself.
Live Testing: We use these services ourselves. If a code fails to trigger a bonus during our own testing, it is removed or updated immediately.
3. Prioritising Loyalty & Long-Term Value
We focus on brands that offer sustainable value. Our selection process prioritises:
Point-Earning Potential: Programs like Amex or British Airways that help you travel for less.
High-Street Utility: Everyday rewards from brands like Costa, Nero, or Uber.
Trustworthy Platforms: We only feature regulated financial institutions or established global brands.
4. Full Transparency on Incentives
Transparency is the foundation of our community.
We Earn Too: In most cases, using our link provides a bonus to both you and this website. This allows us to keep the site ad-free and regularly updated.
Independence: Our editorial reviews (like our Lounge or Hotel Reviews) are independent. A referral feature does not guarantee a positive review; we tell it like it is.
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