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New format for Contacts, feedback appreciated

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Hi folks

I've just designed a new format for contacts in the articles on the site

It's in the new 'savings article'

As you'll see the old 'special note' has gone. Now there's just one contacts section which does the job. Both types of links are mentioned.

My hope is this will
a. be even more transparent
b. mean more people realise to click the 'links that help'

Feedback requested

For old contacts system to compare see
'best balance transfers'
Martin Lewis, Money Saving Expert.
Please note, answers don't constitute financial advice, it is based on generalised journalistic research. Always ensure any decision is made with regards to your own individual circumstance.
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  • trafalgar_2
    trafalgar_2 Posts: 22,309 Forumite
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    Much better because you can read the whole thing or part and then you don't have to search for the relavant contact link amongst the other smaller links within articles........I like it :)
  • divadee
    divadee Posts: 10,609 Forumite
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    much clearer and user friendly new people will be able to find their way around much easier.
  • MSE_Martin
    MSE_Martin Posts: 8,272 Money Saving Expert
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    Thanks folks - one other thought

    should the 'explanation' be before or 'after the links?
    Martin Lewis, Money Saving Expert.
    Please note, answers don't constitute financial advice, it is based on generalised journalistic research. Always ensure any decision is made with regards to your own individual circumstance.
    Don't miss out on urgent MoneySaving, get my weekly e-mail at www.moneysavingexpert.com/tips.
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  • trafalgar_2
    trafalgar_2 Posts: 22,309 Forumite
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    "Two types of contacts are listed. The first help MoneySavingExpert.com stay ad-free, sponsorship-free and free to use as they’re ‘affiliated links’ which invisibly take you via commercial price comparison services like Moneysupermarket, which then pay this site per click. The second type don’t help.

    You shouldn’t notice any difference, the links don’t impact the product at all and the editorial line (what I write) is NEVER impacted by the revenue. If it isn’t possible to get an affiliate link for the best product, it is still recommended and still included. For more details on this site’s non-profit driven ethical stance click here."


    I take it you mean the above bit ....................definately beforebut it would be better if it could be made more concise..................it rattles on a bit ;D ;D
  • wirm
    wirm Posts: 5,273 Forumite
    much easier to read now
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