Advertising Disclosure

Last updated: October 25, 2025

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Turbo Shift, we believe in maintaining complete transparency with our visitors regarding how we generate revenue and any financial relationships that may influence the content on our website. This Advertising Disclosure explains our policies regarding advertising, affiliate relationships, sponsored content, and other commercial partnerships.

We are committed to providing honest, unbiased information about arcade game development services while clearly disclosing any commercial relationships. This disclosure is made in accordance with regulations and guidelines to ensure you can make informed decisions when interacting with our content.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Program Participation

Turbo Shift participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or engage with a service, we may receive a commission or referral fee at no additional cost to you. These affiliate relationships help support our operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content.

  • ▸ Game Development Tools: Links to software, frameworks, or development tools may include affiliate tracking
  • ▸ Educational Resources: Recommendations for courses, books, or training materials may generate affiliate revenue
  • ▸ Technology Services: Hosting, cloud services, or technical platforms we recommend may include affiliate links

Commission-Based Link Explanations

When we include affiliate links in our content, we earn a commission when visitors make purchases through those links. Here's how it works:

Tracking Process: Affiliate links contain unique tracking codes that identify purchases made after clicking from our website. This tracking is typically done through cookies stored on your device for a specified period.

Cost to You: Affiliate commissions do not increase the price you pay. The merchant pays us a percentage of the sale as compensation for referring customers.

Editorial Independence: Our affiliate relationships do not compromise the integrity of our recommendations. We only promote products and services we believe provide genuine value to our audience.

Product Recommendation Policies

Our product and service recommendations follow strict ethical guidelines:

  • ▸ Experience-Based: We recommend tools and services based on actual experience and evaluation, not solely on commission rates
  • ▸ Honest Assessment: We provide balanced views of products, including both advantages and limitations
  • ▸ Clear Disclosure: When content includes affiliate links, we clearly indicate this relationship
  • ▸ Alternative Options: We present multiple options and alternatives when available, including non-affiliate alternatives

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain transparency about all financial relationships that may influence our content. If a company compensates us in any way—whether through affiliate commissions, referral fees, or other arrangements—we disclose this relationship. Our goal is to provide you with the information needed to evaluate our recommendations within the proper context.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Paid Content

Any content created in exchange for payment or other compensation will be clearly labeled as sponsored content, paid promotion, or similar designation. We maintain editorial control over all content, including sponsored materials, to ensure it meets our quality standards and provides value to our audience.

Recognition: Sponsored content may be identified with labels such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," "Promoted Content," or similar clear indicators at the beginning of the content.

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

When we publish sponsored content, we follow these labeling practices:

  • ▸ Prominent Disclosure: Sponsored content includes clear, visible disclosure at the top of the article or post
  • ▸ Sponsor Identification: We identify the sponsoring company or brand when appropriate and permitted
  • ▸ Editorial Standards: All sponsored content adheres to the same quality and accuracy standards as our regular content
  • ▸ No Misleading Claims: Sponsored content does not contain false or misleading statements about products or services

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We occasionally form strategic partnerships with brands in the arcade game development industry. These partnerships may involve various forms of collaboration, including co-created content, joint promotions, or long-term relationships. All such partnerships are disclosed transparently, and we maintain our commitment to providing honest, valuable information regardless of commercial relationships.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

While we may receive compensation for certain content or recommendations, we guarantee that:

  • ▸ All opinions expressed are genuinely our own
  • ▸ We do not publish content we disagree with solely for compensation
  • ▸ Our recommendations are based on merit, not payment
  • ▸ We reserve the right to decline partnerships that don't align with our values

Third-Party Advertising and Networks

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks serve ads based on various factors, including your browsing behavior and interests:

  • ▸ Ad Networks: We partner with reputable advertising networks that comply with industry standards and regulations
  • ▸ Ad Relevance: Ads displayed may be related to arcade game development, technology, or other topics relevant to our content
  • ▸ Third-Party Control: We do not directly control the content of third-party advertisements displayed through ad networks

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity to deliver more relevant advertisements. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, allows advertisers to show you ads that may be of interest to you.

Important: These advertising partners operate independently and are subject to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party advertisers for information about their data collection and use practices.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising cookies help deliver relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness. These cookies may:

  • ▸ Track which ads you've seen and how often
  • ▸ Measure whether you clicked on or interacted with advertisements
  • ▸ Prevent the same ad from being shown repeatedly
  • ▸ Customize ad content based on inferred interests

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

Ad Personalization Practices

We and our advertising partners may use data to personalize the advertisements you see. This personalization aims to make ads more relevant and less intrusive. You have control over ad personalization through your browser settings, opt-out tools provided by advertising networks, and the cookie preference controls on our website.

Your Rights and Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have several options for managing advertising preferences:

  • ▸ Cookie Settings: Use our Cookie Policy page to manage your advertising cookie preferences
  • ▸ Browser Controls: Configure your browser to block or limit advertising cookies
  • ▸ Ad Network Opt-Outs: Visit opt-out pages provided by advertising industry organizations
  • ▸ Device Settings: Use built-in privacy features on your mobile device or operating system

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising, you can visit industry opt-out pages, adjust your browser privacy settings, or modify your preferences through our Cookie Policy page. Keep in mind that opting out means you'll still see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

The data collected for advertising purposes typically includes browsing behavior, device information, and general demographics. This information helps advertisers deliver more relevant content. You can learn more about what data is collected and how it's used by reviewing our Privacy Policy and the privacy policies of our advertising partners.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising data under privacy regulations. These may include the right to access data collected about you, request deletion of your data, or object to certain processing activities. To exercise these rights, please contact us through our contact page.

Policy Updates and Changes

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, new partnerships, or updated regulations. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we generate revenue and our commercial relationships. Your continued use of our website after any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised disclosure.

Questions About Our Advertising Practices

If you have questions or concerns about our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, or this disclosure, please contact us. We are committed to transparency and will address your inquiries promptly.

Contact Method: Reach out through our contact page

Transparency: We value open communication about our commercial relationships