Advertising Disclosure

Affiliate Programs Participation

Pixel Forge 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 help support our business while allowing us to recommend tools, software, and resources that we believe may be valuable for arcade game developers and entertainment venue operators.

Commission-Based Link Explanations

When we include affiliate links on our website, we may receive compensation in the following forms:

• • A percentage of the sale amount when you purchase through our links
• • A fixed commission for referred sales or sign-ups
• • Performance-based incentives tied to conversion rates
• • Recurring commissions for subscription-based services

These commissions do not affect the price you pay. The cost remains the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the vendor's website.

Product Recommendation Policies

Our affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial independence. We only recommend products, services, and tools that we genuinely believe have value for our audience. All opinions expressed on our website are our own and based on our professional experience in arcade game development. We prioritize your trust over short-term affiliate revenue.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We are committed to being transparent about our financial relationships. When content includes affiliate links, we clearly disclose this relationship. We distinguish between paid partnerships, organic recommendations, and genuine editorial content to ensure you can make informed decisions.

Identification of Paid Content

From time to time, we may publish sponsored content, paid reviews, or promotional materials. All sponsored content is clearly labeled and distinguished from our regular editorial content. We believe in maintaining transparency so you always know when content is financially supported by a third party.

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

Sponsored content on our website will be identified using one or more of the following methods:

• • Clear labels such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Promotional Content"
• • Disclosure statements at the beginning or end of the content
• • Visual indicators that distinguish sponsored posts from editorial content
• • Specific disclosures about the sponsoring brand or organization

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may form partnerships with brands, software companies, hardware manufacturers, or other businesses in the arcade gaming industry. These partnerships may involve compensation for various activities including product reviews, case studies, testimonials, or content creation. We always disclose these relationships to maintain your trust.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial control and ensure all information is accurate, honest, and valuable. We never compromise our integrity or mislead our audience for financial gain. Sponsored content reflects our genuine assessment and professional opinion, and we only partner with brands that align with our values and standards.

Display Advertising Networks Used

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include Google AdSense, media.net, or other reputable advertising platforms. These services help monetize our content while providing relevant advertisements to our visitors.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior. This data helps deliver advertisements tailored to your interests. This process, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, is commonly used across the internet to show more relevant ads.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising partners may place cookies on your device to track your interaction with ads, measure campaign effectiveness, and deliver targeted advertisements. For detailed information about cookies and how to manage them, please review our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

Advertisement personalization may be based on:

• • Your browsing history and pages visited on our website
• • Your interaction with previous advertisements
• • Information collected across other websites and apps
• • Demographic information and interests inferred from your online activity

Ad Preference Management Options

You have control over the types of advertisements you see. Most advertising networks provide tools to manage your ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising. You can typically access these settings through your browser or directly through the advertising network's preference center.

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising, you can:

• • Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
• • Use the Digital Advertising Alliance's consumer choice tools
• • Adjust your Google Ads settings if we use Google advertising
• • Enable Do Not Track features in your browser settings
• • Use browser extensions that block tracking and advertising cookies

Please note that opting out of personalized ads 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 Purposes

Advertising networks may collect various types of information for advertising purposes, including device identifiers, IP addresses, browsing history, and interaction data. This information is typically anonymized and used to create audience segments for targeted advertising. For comprehensive details about data collection, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding your personal data used for advertising purposes. These rights may include the ability to access, correct, or delete your data, as well as the right to object to processing. For more information about your privacy rights, please consult our Privacy Policy or contact us directly.