Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: October 2025
AuroraGameLab is committed to transparency in all advertising and promotional activities. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various partnerships, affiliate programs, and advertising relationships. We believe in honest communication with our visitors and clients about our business practices.
Our Commitment to Transparency
At AuroraGameLab, we maintain editorial integrity and provide honest information about arcade game development services. When we recommend products, services, or resources, our primary consideration is their value to our audience. Financial relationships do not influence our editorial content or professional opinions.
We comply with all applicable advertising regulations, including the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines where applicable. All sponsored content, affiliate relationships, and paid partnerships are clearly disclosed to our audience.
Affiliate Relationships
AuroraGameLab may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links and make purchases. Here's what you should know:
How Affiliate Links Work
When we recommend tools, software, platforms, or services that we believe are valuable for game development, some of these recommendations may contain affiliate links. If you click on these links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
- Affiliate links are used only for products and services we genuinely recommend
- Commissions earned help support our business operations and content creation
- Your purchase price remains the same whether you use an affiliate link or not
- Affiliate relationships do not influence our honest assessments or recommendations
Affiliate Program Participation
We may participate in affiliate programs offered by game development platforms, software providers, hosting services, and other tools relevant to our industry. Specific affiliate partnerships may change over time as we evaluate the best resources for our audience.
Product Recommendations
Our recommendations are based on professional experience, research, and genuine belief in a product's value. We only promote products and services that we have personally used, thoroughly researched, or believe would benefit our clients. Financial incentives never compromise our honest opinions.
Sponsored Content
AuroraGameLab may occasionally feature sponsored content, paid partnerships, or brand collaborations. All sponsored material is clearly identified:
Identification of Sponsored Content
- Sponsored posts are clearly labeled as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement"
- Disclosures appear prominently at the beginning of sponsored content
- Brand partnerships are explicitly acknowledged when discussing sponsored products
- We maintain editorial control over sponsored content to ensure quality and relevance
Sponsored Content Policies
We carefully select sponsorship opportunities that align with our values and benefit our audience:
- Sponsors do not dictate editorial opinions or content accuracy
- We maintain the right to decline sponsorships that don't align with our standards
- Sponsored content must provide genuine value to our audience
- All factual claims in sponsored content are verified for accuracy
Content Authenticity
Even when content is sponsored, our commitment to authenticity remains unchanged. We never compromise the quality or honesty of our content for financial gain. If we identify concerns with a sponsored product or service, we address them transparently.
Third-Party Advertising
Our website may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks:
Display Advertising
We may use display advertising services such as Google AdSense or other advertising networks to show relevant ads to our visitors. These ads are selected and served by third-party networks based on various factors including:
- Your browsing history and interests across multiple websites
- Content of the page you're viewing on our website
- Demographic information and location data
- Your cookie preferences and advertising consent
Behavioral Targeting
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and tracking technologies to deliver personalized advertisements based on your online activity. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, helps show you ads that may be more relevant to your interests. You can control your advertising preferences through your browser settings or by visiting advertising network opt-out pages.
Advertising Networks
We work with reputable advertising networks that comply with industry standards:
- Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
- Other certified advertising networks and partners
- Networks that adhere to privacy and advertising standards
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks use cookies to track your interactions with ads and measure campaign effectiveness. For detailed information about cookies and how to manage them, please review our Cookie Policy.
User Rights and Controls
You have control over how advertising affects your experience on our website:
Advertisement Preferences
- Cookie Preferences: Manage your cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page
- Ad Blockers: You may use browser extensions that block advertisements, though this may affect website functionality
- Browser Settings: Configure your browser to limit tracking and personalized ads
- Device Settings: Adjust advertising preferences in your device's privacy settings
Opt-Out Procedures
You can opt out of personalized advertising through various channels:
- Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada (DAAC) opt-out page
- Use Google's Ads Settings to control Google advertising
- Access the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out tool
- Contact us directly with advertising concerns or questions
Data Collection for Advertising
Information collected for advertising purposes is described in our Privacy Policy. Third-party advertisers have their own privacy policies governing data collection and use. We encourage you to review these policies when interacting with advertisements.
Your Privacy Rights
Under privacy regulations such as GDPR and Canadian privacy laws, you have rights regarding personal data used for advertising. These rights are detailed in our Privacy Policy and include the right to access, correct, delete, and restrict processing of your personal information.
FTC Compliance
AuroraGameLab complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements, testimonials, and advertising. We disclose material connections with brands and products we promote. Our recommendations reflect genuine opinions based on experience and research. We do not make misleading claims about products or services, and we clearly identify when content is sponsored or contains affiliate links.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure periodically to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the disclosure was most recently revised. Significant changes will be communicated through website notice or email to our subscriber list.
Questions About Advertising?
If you have questions about our advertising practices or this disclosure, please reach out to us.
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