Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: November 25, 2024
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Nimbusdrift, we believe in complete transparency about our advertising and business relationships. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising and partnership arrangements on our website and in our communications.
We are committed to maintaining trust with our visitors and clients. This page discloses all material connections that might influence our content or recommendations, in compliance with consumer protection regulations and ethical business practices.
Please read this disclosure carefully to understand how we may be compensated for content, links, or recommendations on our website.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Programs Participation
Nimbusdrift participates in select affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links to third-party products or services and make a purchase.
We only partner with companies and products that align with our values of creating calm, restorative gaming experiences. Our participation in an affiliate program does not influence our editorial content or recommendations beyond what we genuinely believe would benefit our community.
Commission-Based Link Explanations
When you see links to third-party websites or services on our site, some of these may be affiliate links. Here's how it works:
- When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission
- This commission comes at no extra cost to you—the price remains the same
- The commission helps support our operations and content creation
- We clearly label affiliate links where practical and required by regulations
- We never recommend products solely for commission purposes
Product Recommendation Policies
Our product and service recommendations follow these principles:
- Authentic Experience: We only recommend tools, services, or products we have personally used or thoroughly researched
- Alignment with Values: Recommendations must align with our Mediterranean approach to calm-focused game development
- Quality First: We prioritize quality and value over commission potential
- Honest Assessment: We provide honest opinions, including limitations and drawbacks
- Alternative Options: We often suggest multiple options, including non-affiliate alternatives
Financial Relationship Transparency
We maintain transparency about all financial relationships. If we receive compensation for recommending a product or service, we will clearly disclose this relationship. Our editorial integrity is not for sale—compensation does not guarantee favorable coverage or recommendations.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotional material. All sponsored content is clearly identified with labels such as:
- "Sponsored Post"
- "Paid Partnership"
- "Advertising"
- "Promoted Content"
These labels appear prominently at the beginning of any sponsored content to ensure you can easily distinguish it from our regular editorial content.
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
We adhere to strict labeling standards for sponsored content. Labels are placed in clear, conspicuous locations using language that average readers can understand. We never attempt to disguise sponsored content as regular editorial material.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
We occasionally partner with brands and companies in the game development industry. These partnerships may include:
- Paid content creation featuring specific products or services
- Sponsored events or webinars
- Co-branded initiatives or projects
- Product reviews with provided samples
All such partnerships are disclosed clearly, and our opinions remain independent and honest regardless of the partnership.
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial control and ensure authenticity. Sponsors do not write our content or dictate our opinions. We reserve the right to decline sponsorships that conflict with our values or would compromise our editorial integrity.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks Used
We may use third-party advertising networks to display ads on our website. These networks may include:
- Google AdSense or Google Ad Manager
- Contextual advertising networks relevant to game development
- Display advertising platforms serving the creative industry
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior across multiple websites. This is called behavioral or interest-based advertising. You can learn more about this practice and your choices in our Cookie Policy.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising partners may place cookies on your device to:
- Track ad performance and effectiveness
- Prevent showing you the same ad repeatedly
- Deliver ads based on your interests
- Measure conversion rates
For detailed information about cookies and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
Ads displayed on our site may be personalized based on information advertising networks have collected about your interests. We do not control the ads shown or have access to the data used for personalization. Each advertising network has its own privacy policy governing data use.
Your Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management Options
You have control over advertising you see:
- Cookie Settings: Manage advertising cookies through our cookie preference center
- Browser Settings: Block or limit cookies through your browser settings
- Ad Network Choices: Visit advertising network opt-out pages to control personalized ads
- Industry Opt-Out Tools: Use industry-wide opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance's WebChoices
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- Visit our Cookie Policy page and adjust your cookie preferences
- Use browser settings to block third-party cookies
- Visit individual advertising network opt-out pages
- Consider using privacy-focused browser extensions
Note: Opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see no ads. You will still see advertisements, but they will not be tailored to your interests.
Data Collection for Advertising Purposes
Advertising partners may collect information such as device type, browser type, IP address, and browsing behavior. This data is typically collected through cookies and similar technologies. We do not provide personally identifiable information to advertising partners without your consent.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws, you have rights regarding advertising data:
- Right to know what data is collected and how it's used
- Right to opt out of data sales (where applicable)
- Right to delete personal data used for advertising
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
FTC Compliance Statement
This website complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising. We follow FTC disclosure requirements by clearly and conspicuously disclosing material connections between our company and any products or services we recommend.
All opinions expressed on this website are our own and are not influenced by advertiser or partner relationships. When we have received compensation or free products, this relationship is disclosed clearly within the content.
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising relationships.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
If you have questions or concerns about our advertising disclosures or practices, please contact us. We value transparency and are happy to provide additional information.
Email: info@nimbus-drift.com
Phone: +34 93 467 5218