Advertising Disclosure

Participation in Affiliate Programs

Glimmerwick may participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may receive commissions on purchases made through links on our website. This includes but is not limited to:

• Software tools and game development platforms
• Educational resources and training programs
• Professional services related to game development
• Hardware and equipment recommendations

When we include affiliate links, we will clearly identify them as such. Your purchase price remains the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the vendor.

Commission-Based Link Explanations

Some links on our website are affiliate links, meaning we earn a commission if you make a purchase after clicking through. Here's what you should know:

• Commissions are typically a percentage of the sale price
• You pay the same price whether or not you use our link
• Commissions help support our operations and content creation
• We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe have value
• Our editorial judgment is not influenced by commission rates

Product Recommendation Policies

Our approach to product and service recommendations:

• We only recommend tools and services we have personally evaluated or used
• Financial compensation does not determine what we recommend
• We prioritize quality and relevance over commission potential
• We disclose when a recommendation includes an affiliate relationship
• We update recommendations based on our ongoing experience

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain complete transparency about all financial relationships. If we have a business relationship with a company we mention, we will disclose it clearly. This includes direct partnerships, affiliate arrangements, sponsorships, or any other form of compensation that could influence our content.

Identification of Paid Content

All sponsored content on our website is clearly identified. We use the following methods to indicate paid promotions:

• Clear labeling as "Sponsored," "Advertisement," or "Paid Partnership"
• Prominent disclosure at the beginning of sponsored articles or posts
• Visual indicators distinguishing sponsored from organic content
• Transparent disclosure in video or multimedia content

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

When we create sponsored content, we maintain editorial integrity while clearly disclosing the sponsorship. Sponsored posts are marked at multiple points to ensure transparency, and we maintain the right to refuse sponsorships that don't align with our values or serve our audience.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may partner with brands for various types of content or promotional activities. These partnerships are disclosed through:

• Clear statements about the nature of the partnership
• Disclosure of any compensation received
• Transparency about product or service provision for review
• Honest communication about our relationship with partner brands

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Even in sponsored content, we maintain our commitment to authenticity. All opinions expressed are our own, based on genuine experience and evaluation. Sponsors do not dictate our opinions or conclusions, and we reserve the right to provide honest assessments even in paid partnerships.

Display Advertising Networks Used

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include:

• Google AdSense or similar display advertising platforms
• Programmatic advertising networks
• Direct advertising partnerships
• Retargeting and remarketing platforms

These advertising networks may collect information about your browsing activity to display relevant advertisements. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more information about how advertising cookies work.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Some advertisements displayed on our website use behavioral targeting, which means they are selected based on your browsing history and interests. This targeting is performed by third-party advertising networks using cookies and similar technologies. You can opt out of behavioral advertising through industry opt-out programs or your browser settings.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising networks use cookies to:

• Track ad impressions and clicks
• Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
• Prevent displaying the same ad repeatedly
• Deliver more relevant advertisements based on interests
• Provide aggregated reporting to advertisers

You can manage advertising cookies through our Cookie Policy page or your browser settings.

Ad Personalization Practices

When personalized advertising is enabled, advertisements are tailored to your interests based on your browsing behavior. This personalization aims to show you more relevant content. You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising while still viewing generic advertisements.

FTC Disclosure Compliance

This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising. We comply with FTC requirements by clearly disclosing all material connections between Glimmerwick and any products, services, or companies we mention.

EU and International Compliance

In addition to FTC guidelines, we comply with European Union advertising regulations and consumer protection laws. Our advertising practices adhere to international standards for transparency and consumer rights.

Editorial Independence

While we may receive compensation through affiliate programs or sponsorships, our editorial judgment remains independent. We do not allow compensation to influence our honest assessment of products or services. Our primary commitment is to providing valuable, accurate information to our audience.