Advertising Disclosure
At Dewpoint, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising relationships and how we may earn revenue through our website. This disclosure explains our advertising practices and any financial relationships that may influence the content we provide.
We are committed to maintaining your trust and providing honest, authentic information about our services and recommendations. This page details all relevant advertising relationships and compensation structures.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Program Participation
From time to time, we may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase. These affiliate relationships include:
- • Game development tools and software platforms
- • Technology services and hosting providers
- • Professional development resources and educational materials
- • Industry-related products and services we genuinely recommend
Commission Structure
When you make a purchase through an affiliate link on our site, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. The commission percentage varies by product and affiliate program, typically ranging from 5% to 30% of the purchase price. These commissions help support our website operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services.
Product Recommendation Policy
We maintain strict standards for product recommendations:
- • We only recommend products and services we have personally used or thoroughly researched
- • All recommendations are based on quality and usefulness, not commission rates
- • We disclose affiliate relationships clearly whenever applicable
- • We provide honest assessments, including both benefits and limitations
- • We will never recommend products solely for financial gain
Financial Relationship Transparency
We believe in full transparency about our financial relationships. If we have an affiliate relationship with a company we mention, we will clearly indicate this in our content. Our opinions remain our own regardless of any compensation we may receive. We prioritize your interests and trust above financial considerations.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions. This content is always clearly labeled with disclosures such as:
- • "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content" headers
- • "This post is sponsored by [Company Name]" disclaimers
- • "Partner Content" or "Paid Partnership" labels
- • Clear visual indicators distinguishing sponsored from organic content
Sponsored Post Labeling
Every sponsored post or paid promotion will include a prominent disclosure at the beginning of the content. We never disguise sponsored content as organic content. Even when compensated for content creation, we maintain editorial independence and share our honest opinions about products and services.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into brand partnerships or receive compensation for featuring products or services, we disclose these relationships clearly. We carefully select partners whose values align with ours and whose products genuinely benefit our audience. Partnership agreements never compromise our ability to provide honest feedback.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Whether content is sponsored or not, we maintain the same high standards for accuracy, quality, and usefulness. Sponsored content undergoes the same editorial review process as our regular content. We retain full editorial control over all content we publish, including the right to decline sponsorship opportunities that don't align with our values or serve our audience.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include:
- • Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
- • Industry-specific advertising platforms
- • Contextual advertising services
These advertising partners may collect information about your browsing activities to show you relevant advertisements. We do not control the content of these advertisements or the practices of third-party advertisers.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements on our site may be personalized based on your browsing behavior across different websites. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, uses cookies and similar technologies to show you ads more relevant to your interests. You can learn more about this practice and your choices in our Cookie Policy.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising partners use cookies and similar technologies to recognize your device and provide interest-based advertising. For detailed information about our cookie practices and how to manage your preferences, please refer to our Cookie Policy. You have control over whether these advertising cookies are enabled.
Ad Personalization Practices
We work with advertising partners who may use information about your interests to personalize the ads you see. This personalization is based on:
- • Pages you visit on our website
- • Your interactions with content and advertisements
- • Demographic information (when available)
- • General location information based on IP address
User Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management
You have several options to manage your advertising experience:
- • Adjust your cookie preferences on our website
- • Use browser settings to block or limit cookies
- • Opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools
- • Configure ad settings directly with advertising platforms
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of interest-based advertising, you can:
- • Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
- • Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool
- • Configure Google Ad Settings for personalized advertising
- • Enable "Do Not Track" features in your browser
Please note that opting out of interest-based advertising does not mean you will see fewer ads; it means the ads you see will be less relevant to your interests.
Data Collection for Advertising
Information collected for advertising purposes may include your device type, browser information, IP address, pages visited, and interactions with advertisements. This data helps advertisers understand ad effectiveness and serve more relevant content. For complete details about data collection and use, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising data under privacy regulations such as GDPR or CCPA. These may include rights to access, delete, or restrict the processing of your information. Contact us to exercise these rights or for more information about your privacy options.
Regulatory Compliance
Advertising Standards Compliance
We comply with applicable advertising standards and regulations, including guidelines from consumer protection authorities. Our advertising disclosures are designed to be clear, conspicuous, and unambiguous. We regularly review our practices to ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
If you believe any of our advertising practices do not comply with applicable regulations or if you have concerns about our disclosures, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue.
Updates and Contact Information
Policy Updates
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices or regulatory requirements. Material changes will be communicated through our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising relationships.
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about our advertising practices, specific disclosures, or would like more information about our advertising relationships, please contact us. We are committed to transparency and will gladly address any concerns you may have.
Last Updated: November 18, 2024