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Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT REFDESK

How do I clear my browser's cache?
I don't care for the ads on Refdesk. Is an ad-free version available? I would be willing to pay for it.
How often are links checked and validated?
What is the best screen resolution size to view Refdesk?
Are there any fees or charges associated with using features on Refdesk?
Does Refdesk link to adult sites, like alcohol, smoking, gambling and pornography?
What is the best browser and screen size to view Refdesk?
Are any of Refdesk's features archived?
What are Refdesk's most popular pages?
Can I customize Refdesk to show my bookmarks, stocks, local weather, etc.?
How do I subscribe to Refdesk's free daily mailings: The Site of the Day and The Thought of the Day?
Does Refdesk have a Privacy Policy and does Refdesk use 'cookies'?
Does Refdesk subscribe to any content rating service?
Is there a place where I can read reviews of Refdesk and see testimonials?
How do I submit my site to Refdesk or recommend a site for Refdesk to include?
The question I have is not answered here. What do I do?

How do I clear my browser's cache?
Instruction page available.
I don't care for the ads on Refdesk. Is an ad-free version available? I would be willing to pay for it.
Yes, an subscription-based version of Ad-Free Refdesk is available. To learn how to register for Ad-Free Refdesk, go here.

How often are links checked and validated?
Links on Refdesk are checked every six months.
What is the best screen resolution size to view Refdesk?
Refdesk is best viewed at a screen resolution of 1024 by 768 pixels (or greater). Set screen resolution instructions.
Are there any fees or charges associated with using features on Refdesk?
No, all features on Refdesk are available free of charge.
Does Refdesk link to adult sites, like alcohol, smoking, gambling and pornography?
Refdesk does not provide links to adult sites like alcohol, smoking, gambling and pornography.
What is the best browser and screen size to view Refdesk?
For the best site experience, please use the latest version available of any of the popular browsers, including: Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera, etc. The site layout automatically adjusts to fewer columns for narrow screens, so you can use any device type.
What are Refdesk's most popular pages?
For a listing and description see Refdesk's top 15 pages.
Can I customize Refdesk to show my bookmarks, stocks, local weather, etc.?
Not at this time. High costs involved prohibit implementing this feature.
Are any of Refdesk's features archived?
Yes, three Refdesk features are archived so you can access previous selections. The three archived pages are: (1) Site-of-the-Day Selections, (2) Thought-of-the-Day Selections, and (3) Fact-of-the-Day Selections.
How do I subscribe to Refdesk's free daily mailings: The Site of the Day and The Thought of the Day?
Currently, Refdesk Daily Edition includes a hand curated daily web site, thought, and fact in your inbox each day. For instructions see how to receive Refdesk's daily E-mailings.
Does Refdesk have a Privacy Policy and does Refdesk use 'cookies'?
Refdesk does have a Privacy Policy that explaines in detail how we use cookies.
Does Refdesk subscribe to any content rating service?
No, but Refdesk has a policy of not linking to sites that promote pornography, gambling, alcohol, tobacco or other 'adult-related' themes.
Is there a place where I can read reviews of Refdesk and see testimonials?
Yes, you may visit a page on reviews and awards and a page on testimonials.
How do I submit my site to Refdesk or recommend a site to Refdesk?
For webmasters, before you submit a site to Refdesk, please review the Site Inclusion Criteria to be sure your site is appropriate to be listed. Anyone can suggest a site by sending an E-mail message to the Refdesk webmaster.
The question I have is not answered here. What do I do?
Please send any unanswered questions to the Refdesk webmaster.

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