Advertising Disclosure

Disclosure of Affiliate Programs

Avalon may participate in affiliate marketing programs with select partners. This means that we may earn a commission when you:

• • Click on certain links on our website
• • Purchase products or services through our referral links
• • Engage with recommended tools or platforms

These affiliate relationships help support our studio operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services.

Commission-Based Link Explanations

When we include links to third-party products, services, or tools, some of these may be affiliate links that generate a small commission for Avalon if you make a purchase. The price you pay remains the same whether you use our affiliate link or not. We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe could benefit our audience.

Product Recommendation Policies

Our recommendations are based on our professional experience and expertise in arcade game development. We maintain the following standards for product and service recommendations:

• • Recommendations reflect our honest assessment of quality and value
• • Financial relationships do not compromise our editorial integrity
• • We disclose affiliate relationships clearly when present
• • Negative reviews or limitations are shared honestly, even for affiliate products

Financial Relationship Transparency

We believe in full transparency about our financial relationships. Any business partnership that could influence our content will be clearly disclosed. Our primary focus remains on providing authentic insights into arcade game development, and commercial relationships are secondary to our commitment to quality and honesty.

Identification of Paid Content

Any content created in partnership with brands or paid for by third parties will be clearly identified as sponsored content. We use clear labeling such as "Sponsored," "In Partnership With," or "Paid Promotion" to ensure transparency about the nature of the content.

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

When we publish sponsored content, we adhere to the following disclosure practices:

• • Prominent disclosure at the beginning of sponsored posts
• • Clear indication of the sponsoring brand or partner
• • Honest representation of our experience with sponsored products or services
• • Maintenance of editorial standards regardless of sponsorship

Brand Partnership Disclosures

As a studio that works with luxury brands and premium venues, we may engage in various forms of brand partnerships. These partnerships are conducted with full transparency. Any content influenced by brand partnerships will be disclosed, and our professional opinions remain independent.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial control to ensure authenticity. We do not publish sponsored content that we believe is misleading, inaccurate, or inconsistent with our professional standards. Our reputation and your trust are more valuable than any sponsorship arrangement.

Display Advertising Networks Used

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include Google AdSense, contextual advertising platforms, or other reputable advertising services that maintain professional standards appropriate for our luxury-focused audience.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Some advertisements displayed on our website may use behavioral targeting based on your browsing history and interests. These targeted advertisements are served by third-party networks that use cookies and similar technologies to understand your preferences and show more relevant ads.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Third-party advertising networks may use cookies to:

• • Track advertisement impressions and interactions
• • Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
• • Deliver personalized advertising based on your interests
• • Prevent repetitive display of the same advertisements

For detailed information about our cookie usage, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

We believe in relevant advertising that respects your privacy. While personalized ads can enhance your browsing experience by showing content aligned with your interests, you always have control over your advertising preferences through your browser settings and our cookie management tools.

Ad Preference Management Options

You have several options to manage how advertisements are displayed to you:

• • Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page
• • Use browser settings to block third-party cookies
• • Opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools
• • Use privacy-focused browsers or browser extensions

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising, you can visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page. Please note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will stop seeing advertisements entirely, but the ads you see will be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising Purposes

When third-party advertising networks serve ads on our website, they may collect certain information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This data is used for advertising targeting and measurement purposes. We do not have direct control over the data collection practices of third-party advertisers.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under applicable privacy regulations such as GDPR, you have rights regarding the processing of your personal data for advertising purposes. These rights include the right to access your data, request deletion, object to processing, and withdraw consent. For more information about your privacy rights, please review our Privacy Policy.