Deal Verification Policy & Standards
Veterans Day Deals (veteransdaydeals.us) is committed to absolute factual integrity. We recognize that misleading offer information wastes veterans' time and causes frustration at the register. Below is our formal verification framework.
1. The 5-Tier Source Hierarchy
Every promotion published on our website is evaluated through a strict hierarchy of evidence. An offer is only marked as Confirmed for 2026 when validated against Tier 1, 2, or 3 sources:
- Tier 1: Official Corporate Promotion Pages
Dedicated landing pages published on the brand's verified primary domain (e.g.,applebees.com/veterans-day). - Tier 2: Corporate Press Releases & Media Centers
Formal press releases distributed by company parent corporations (e.g., Brinker International, Darden Restaurants, Inspire Brands) via verified media wires or newsrooms. - Tier 3: Verified Corporate Social Accounts
Official verified brand profiles on major platforms confirming the specific operational details and menu terms for the current year. - Tier 4: First-Party Store & Franchise Communications
Direct confirmations from store management or regional franchise operating groups. - Tier 5: Secondary Media Leads (Discovery Only)
Articles from news organizations (e.g., USA Today, local news) serve strictly as investigative leads. No offer is marked confirmed based solely on a secondary news report.
2. Standardized Status Taxonomy
To eliminate ambiguity, every listing is assigned one of five explicit statuses:
- Confirmed for 2026: The offer is 100% verified against official first-party 2026 corporate documentation.
- Awaiting 2026 Confirmation: The business historically participates each year, but official 2026 terms have not yet been released. Historical 2025 details are provided strictly for planning purposes.
- Historical — 2025: Terms from the previous calendar year kept for comparative reference.
- Year-Round Military Discount: An everyday military benefit (such as Lowe's or Home Depot) active 365 days a year, not a 1-day Veterans Day special.
- Expired: The promotion date has passed or the brand has formally discontinued the program.
3. Timestamp Transparency
Every deal card on our platform displays a Last Checked date. This reflects the actual calendar date our editorial desk reviewed the terms against first-party sources. We never generate automated or fictitious verification dates.
4. Franchise Participation Disclaimer
A substantial percentage of casual dining chains operate under franchise agreements. While corporate franchisors announce national promotions, independent franchise owners maintain legal discretion regarding participation, hours, and menu substitutions. Every listing prominently advises users to contact their local store before traveling.
5. Corrections & Inaccuracy Reporting Procedure
We welcome corrections from restaurant managers, corporate communications teams, and military community members. If you identify an outdated term, franchise exclusion, or newly announced 2026 offer:
How to Submit a Correction
Please visit our Contact Page and submit the following details:
- Name of the business and specific location (if franchise-specific).
- Link to the official corporate announcement, press release, or menu PDF.
- Specific correction needed (e.g., hours, menu items, ID requirements).
Our editorial team reviews submissions promptly and updates public listings upon verification.
6. No Guarantees of Exhaustive Completeness
While our research desk enforces rigorous factual verification protocols against first-party sources, Veterans Day Deals does not guarantee exhaustive national completeness of every localized or municipal promotion across the United States. Because independent restaurants, regional chains, and local franchises may launch unpublicized specials or alter terms without notice, users must always confirm promotional terms directly with their local establishment.