ADVERTISING DISCLOSURE
Last updated: October 29, 2025
OUR COMMITMENT TO TRANSPARENCY
GameLab is committed to maintaining transparency regarding our advertising relationships and partnerships. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising arrangements and how these relationships might influence the content presented on our website.
We believe in honest communication with our visitors and want you to understand the nature of our business relationships so you can make informed decisions about our training programs and services.
AFFILIATE RELATIONSHIPS
Participation in Affiliate Programs
GameLab may participate in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions when visitors click on certain links or make purchases through our recommendations. These affiliate relationships help support our operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and training services.
Affiliate partnerships may include software vendors, hardware manufacturers, educational platform providers, and other companies relevant to game development education and training.
Commission-Based Links
Some links on our website may be affiliate links, meaning we receive a commission if you purchase products or services through these links. These commissions come at no additional cost to you and do not affect the price you pay.
- • Software tools and development applications
- • Computer hardware and gaming equipment
- • Online learning platforms and educational resources
- • Game development assets and marketplace items
Product Recommendation Policy
Our product recommendations are based on professional experience and assessment of educational value. While we may earn commissions from certain recommendations, we only endorse products and services that we believe offer genuine value to our students and visitors.
We maintain editorial independence and our recommendations reflect our honest professional opinions. Financial incentives do not compromise the integrity of our educational guidance.
Financial Relationship Transparency
Where applicable, we disclose our financial relationships clearly. When recommending products or services where we have an affiliate relationship, we make reasonable efforts to identify these arrangements so you can make informed decisions.
SPONSORED CONTENT
Identification of Paid Content
Any content that has been paid for by third parties will be clearly identified as sponsored, promoted, or advertised content. We maintain a clear distinction between editorial content and sponsored material to ensure transparency for our visitors.
Sponsored Post Labeling
When we publish sponsored content, we use clear labels such as:
- • "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content"
- • "Paid Partnership" or "Paid Promotion"
- • "Advertisement" or "Advertorial"
- • Other clear indicators of commercial relationships
Brand Partnership Disclosures
GameLab may enter into partnerships with brands, software companies, or educational institutions. These partnerships may involve compensation in exchange for promotional content, product placement, or other forms of collaboration. All such arrangements are disclosed appropriately.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial control and ensure that all information provided is accurate, relevant, and valuable to our audience. Sponsored content undergoes the same quality standards as our regular educational content.
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 other contextual advertising platforms
- • Native advertising networks that blend with site content
- • Programmatic advertising exchanges and marketplaces
- • Industry-specific advertising partners relevant to game development
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver targeted advertisements based on your browsing behavior. These practices are covered in detail in our Cookie Policy. You have the option to control how these technologies are used through your browser settings and our cookie management tools.
Cookiege for Advertising
Advertising partners may use cookies to track interactions with advertisements, measure campaign effectiveness, and deliver relevant ads. For complete information about cookies and how to manage them, please refer to our dedicated Cookie Policy page.
Ad Personalization Practices
We and our advertising partners may personalize advertisements based on your interests, demographics, and online behavior. You can control ad personalization through your cookie preferences and by using industry opt-out tools provided by advertising networks.
USER RIGHTS AND CONTROLS
Ad Preference Management
You have control over the types of advertisements you see and how your data is used for advertising purposes. Most advertising networks provide preference management tools that allow you to customize your ad experience or opt out of personalized advertising.
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising, you can:
- • Adjust your cookie preferences through our cookie management tool
- • Use browser settings to block advertising cookies
- • Visit industry opt-out pages such as Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative
- • Configure privacy settings on your device or operating system
Data Collection for Advertising
Advertising partners may collect information about your visits to our website and other sites to provide relevant advertisements. This data collection is subject to the privacy policies of those third-party advertising networks. We encourage you to review their policies to understand their data practices.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding advertising data collection and use under privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, or other applicable regulations. These rights are detailed in our Privacy Policy, and you can exercise them by contacting us.
FTC COMPLIANCE
GameLab complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines regarding endorsements, testimonials, and advertising disclosures. We make good faith efforts to clearly and conspicuously disclose material connections between our organization and any products or services we recommend.
Our goal is to provide honest, accurate information while being transparent about any financial relationships that may influence our content. If you have questions about specific disclosures or our advertising practices, please contact us.