Advertising Disclosure

Affiliate Program Participation

Logic Gate may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. We participate in affiliate programs for:

• Software tools and development platforms relevant to arcade game creation
• Hardware equipment and gaming peripherals
• Educational resources and training programs for game development
• Industry services and tools that support our development work

Commission-Based Links

When we include affiliate links in our content, we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through those links. These commissions help support our operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services. Affiliate links may be marked with indicators such as special tags or disclosure notices near the links.

Product Recommendation Policy

Our recommendations are based on:

• Genuine experience with the products or services
• Relevance to arcade game development and our audience's needs
• Quality standards that align with our professional values
• Honest assessment of benefits and potential limitations

We only recommend products and services we believe will provide value to our audience, regardless of commission rates. The presence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our honest opinions or recommendations.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain transparency about financial relationships by clearly disclosing when content includes affiliate links or when we have received compensation for recommendations. This allows you to make informed decisions about any products or services we mention.

Paid Content Identification

Logic Gate may publish sponsored content or paid promotional material. All sponsored content will be clearly identified with labels such as:

• "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content"
• "Paid Partnership" or "Paid Promotion"
• "Advertisement" or "Advertorial"
• Other clear indicators of commercial relationships

Sponsored Post Labeling

Sponsored posts are prominently labeled at the beginning of the content to ensure transparency. These labels are clearly visible and cannot be easily missed. We never attempt to disguise sponsored content as organic content.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

When we enter into partnerships with brands or companies, we maintain editorial independence while acknowledging the commercial relationship. Brand partnerships may involve compensation in various forms, including monetary payment, free products, or services in exchange for content creation or promotion.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Even when content is sponsored, we maintain our commitment to authenticity and honesty. We retain editorial control over sponsored content and ensure that it aligns with our quality standards and provides genuine value to our audience. We reserve the right to decline sponsorship opportunities that don't align with our values or audience interests.

Display Advertising Networks

Logic Gate may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks include:

• Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
• Other reputable advertising platforms serving relevant content
• Industry-specific advertising networks for game development

These advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to our website and other sites to provide targeted advertisements.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertisers may use behavioral targeting to show you advertisements based on your browsing behavior and interests. This involves collecting information about your online activities over time and across different websites. For more information about how this data is collected and used, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Cookies and similar tracking technologies are used by advertising networks to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. These technologies may track your interactions with advertisements, including clicks, views, and conversions. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie management tools.

Ad Personalization Practices

Advertisements shown on our website may be personalized based on factors such as your location, browsing history, and inferred interests. This personalization aims to show you more relevant advertisements. You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising through various mechanisms described in the User Rights section below.

Ad Preference Management

You have control over your advertising preferences. Options include:

• Adjusting cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page
• Using browser settings to block or limit cookies
• Opting out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools
• Managing ad preferences directly with advertising networks

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of targeted advertising:

• Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page for browser-based opt-outs
• Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool
• Adjust your Google Ad Settings for Google advertising
• Enable "Do Not Track" features in your browser
• Use browser extensions designed to block advertising trackers

Data Collection for Advertising

Advertising networks may collect various types of data, including IP addresses, device information, browser type, and browsing behavior. This data is used to deliver and measure advertisements. For detailed information about data collection practices, please review 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, CCPA, or similar laws. These rights may include access to your data, deletion requests, and restrictions on data processing. Contact us to exercise these rights.