Advertising Disclosure

Affiliate Program Participation

Quick Build participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or sign up for a service. These affiliate relationships include but are not limited to:

• • Game development tools and software platforms
• • Educational resources and training programs
• • Hosting and infrastructure services
• • Analytics and business intelligence tools
• • Marketing and advertising platforms

Commission-Based Link Disclosure

When we include affiliate links in our content:

• • We may receive a commission if you make a purchase through these links
• • The price you pay is not affected by our commission
• • We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe have value
• • Our commission does not influence our honest assessment of products
• • We clearly identify affiliate relationships when relevant to our content

These commissions help support our operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services to our clients.

Product Recommendation Policies

Our approach to product recommendations:

• • We test and evaluate tools before recommending them
• • Our opinions are based on actual experience and professional judgment
• • We disclose any material connections that might bias our recommendations
• • We provide balanced views, including both benefits and limitations
• • We do not recommend products solely because they offer higher commissions
• • We regularly review and update our recommendations based on new information

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain financial relationships with various companies in the game development and technology sectors. These relationships may include affiliate partnerships, referral agreements, or revenue-sharing arrangements. We disclose these relationships whenever they are material to the content we create or the recommendations we make.

Identification of Sponsored Content

When we publish sponsored content or paid promotions:

• • We clearly label the content as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or similar designation
• • The disclosure appears prominently at the beginning of the content
• • We maintain editorial control over sponsored content presentation
• • We only accept sponsorships from brands aligned with our values
• • We ensure sponsored content provides genuine value to our audience

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

Our sponsored content labeling practices include:

• • Clear visual indicators distinguishing sponsored from organic content
• • Prominent placement of sponsorship disclosures
• • Consistent formatting across all sponsored materials
• • Compliance with FTC guidelines on native advertising
• • Honest representation of sponsor relationships

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may enter into partnerships with brands, technology companies, or service providers in the game development industry. These partnerships might involve financial compensation, free products or services, or other benefits. We disclose these partnerships when they are relevant to the content we create or services we recommend.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Regardless of sponsorship or advertising relationships:

• • We maintain editorial independence in our opinions and recommendations
• • We do not allow sponsors to dictate our content or conclusions
• • We provide honest assessments even when they may not favor our partners
• • We prioritize our audience's interests over commercial relationships
• • We decline partnerships that would compromise our integrity

Display Advertising Networks

Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These networks include:

• • Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
• • Programmatic advertising exchanges
• • Industry-specific ad networks
• • Retargeting and remarketing platforms

We carefully select advertising partners that align with our standards for quality and relevance.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertisers may use behavioral targeting to display relevant ads based on your browsing activity:

• • Ads may be targeted based on your interests and previous website visits
• • Advertising networks use cookies and similar technologies to collect data
• • This data helps advertisers show you more relevant content
• • You can opt out of behavioral advertising through industry opt-out tools

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising networks use cookies and similar tracking technologies to deliver and measure advertisements. These technologies help advertisers understand ad performance and user engagement. For detailed information about how cookies are used on our website, please review our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

Advertisements on our website may be personalized based on:

• • Your browsing history on our website and partner sites
• • Demographic information inferred from your behavior
• • Geographic location data
• • Device and browser information
• • Interaction with previous advertisements

You can manage ad personalization settings through your browser preferences or third-party opt-out tools.

Ad Preference Management

You have control over the advertisements you see:

• • Adjust cookie settings to limit tracking for advertising purposes
• • Use browser settings to block third-party cookies
• • Opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings
• • Utilize industry opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance's consumer choice page
• • Enable "Do Not Track" signals in your browser (note: not all advertisers honor these signals)

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of targeted advertising:

• • Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
• • Use the Digital Advertising Alliance's consumer opt-out tool
• • Adjust your Google Ads settings to limit personalization
• • Install browser extensions that block advertising trackers
• • Review and modify your cookie preferences on our website

Note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will see fewer ads, but rather that the ads you see will be less tailored to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

Information collected for advertising purposes may include:

• • Pages viewed on our website and time spent on each page
• • Links clicked and buttons pressed
• • Device type, browser, and operating system
• • IP address and general geographic location
• • Referral source and exit pages

This data helps advertisers understand ad effectiveness and improve targeting accuracy.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising data:

• • Right to access data collected about you for advertising
• • Right to request deletion of advertising-related data
• • Right to object to processing of data for advertising purposes
• • Right to opt out of sale or sharing of personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information on our contact page.