Ok, I can tell there is confusion here over a few different things. Hopefully I can clear this up for everyone.
First, in order to clear this up here we need to break this down into the four different characteristics that define an assignment - there are more, but let's keep it simple
- Pull Assignments (Assignments Requested by the Contributor)
- Push Assignments (Assignments Created by the Admin)
- Sponsored by Manufacturer
- Sponsored by Eden Fantasys
If you request an assignment, this is what we call a 'PULL' assignment. I you are offered an assignment that you did not request, created by the admin, this is called a 'PUSH' assignment. (these are our behind the scenes terms here).
Almost all assignments are PULL assignments where YOU request the assignment. We do occasionally PUSH assignments when we really need reviews for a certain item, but most of the time we PUSH the manufacturer items to make room for the new ones coming in.
When you receive a PUSH assignment from the Admin, it is up to you whether or not you accept it. You will not be penalized for declining the items if you do not want to review them. Although I do ask that you keep an open mind to the products. Yes sometimes they may fall short, but you never hear any complaints of the times they far exceeded reviewer expectations
Sponsor...
If an item is sponsored by EF, then the 30 day rule is always in place. If an item is sponsored by anyone else beside EF, (Manufacturer Sponsored) then there is no 30 day rule.
I hope this clears things up!