Frequently Asked Questions

Our ranking update frequency varies by category. Most product and service rankings are updated quarterly, while company rankings tend to be updated bi-annually or annually, depending on the industry and rate of change.

Each ranking page displays its most recent update date, and we may conduct special updates when significant market changes occur that would substantially affect our rankings.

We aim to include all significant market participants in our rankings. For most categories, we establish minimum criteria for inclusion, such as:

• Minimum market share or user base
• Availability across major regions
• Minimum period of market presence
• Relevance to the specific category being ranked

These criteria ensure our rankings are comprehensive while remaining focused on options most relevant to our users.

Absolutely not. We maintain strict editorial independence, and no company can pay for inclusion or favorable positioning in our rankings. Our evaluations are based solely on our methodology and data analysis.

While we may have affiliate relationships with some companies mentioned on our site, these relationships never influence our rankings or analyses. Our reputation depends on providing unbiased, data-driven assessments.

We employ multiple data collection methods to ensure comprehensive and accurate assessments:

• Analysis of publicly available data and reports
• Direct product/service testing by our expert team
• Aggregation and analysis of verified user reviews and feedback
• Industry expert consultations and interviews
• Company-provided information (verified against independent sources)

For a detailed explanation of our data collection processes, please visit our Methodology page.

Each ranking category has a tailored weighting system that reflects the relative importance of different factors for that specific type of product, service, or company.

For example, in smartphone rankings, camera quality, battery life, performance, and value might be weighted differently than the factors in our streaming service rankings, which prioritize content library, user experience, and pricing.

We determine weightings based on consumer research, expert input, and analysis of what matters most to users in each category. These weightings are periodically reviewed and adjusted as user priorities evolve.

We maintain objectivity through several key practices:

• Using standardized evaluation criteria applied consistently across all entities
• Employing multiple data sources to validate findings
• Implementing a multi-analyst review process
• Separating our editorial team from any commercial relationships
• Documenting our methodology transparently
• Regularly auditing our processes for potential bias

We're committed to providing rankings that genuinely reflect the relative merits of the entities we evaluate, free from external influence.

Yes! We welcome suggestions for new ranking categories. Please use our contact form to submit your ideas, explaining why you think this category would be valuable and any specific aspects you'd like to see evaluated.

While we can't guarantee we'll implement every suggestion, we regularly review user requests when planning our content calendar.

Our rankings provide a data-driven starting point for your research, but we recommend using them as one of several information sources in your decision-making process:

• Consider your specific needs and priorities, which may differ from our general weighting system
• Review the detailed analysis behind each ranking, not just the numerical position
• Check the ranking's publication date for timeliness
• Supplement our rankings with other research, especially for significant decisions

Remember that while our rankings aim to be comprehensive and objective, your individual preferences and requirements should guide your final decision.

You may cite or reference our rankings with proper attribution in non-commercial contexts, such as academic papers, personal blogs, or social media posts. Proper attribution includes mentioning RankRank Authority as the source and, when possible, linking to the specific ranking page.

For commercial use, substantial reproduction, or inclusion in published materials, please contact us for permission. We typically grant reasonable requests with appropriate attribution, but we need to review each case individually.