ADVERTISING DISCLOSURE
Last Updated: November 2, 2025
OUR COMMITMENT TO TRANSPARENCY
At Neon Strike, we believe in honest and transparent communication with our clients and website visitors. This Advertising Disclosure explains our relationships with third parties, how we may earn income through various partnerships, and our commitment to providing authentic recommendations.
We want you to understand any potential conflicts of interest so you can make informed decisions about the information and recommendations we provide.
AFFILIATE RELATIONSHIPS
What Are Affiliate Programs?
Our website may contain affiliate links to products, services, or tools we recommend. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. This helps support our business and allows us to continue providing valuable content and services.
Types of Affiliate Partnerships
We may participate in affiliate programs for:
- ▸ Game development tools and software platforms
- ▸ Professional development resources and educational materials
- ▸ Technical equipment and hardware relevant to game development
- ▸ Services that complement or enhance arcade game development
Our Recommendation Policy
We maintain strict standards for affiliate partnerships:
- ▸ We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe provide value
- ▸ Affiliate relationships do not influence our honest opinions or editorial content
- ▸ We clearly disclose when content contains affiliate links
- ▸ Commission earnings never compromise the quality or authenticity of our recommendations
SPONSORED CONTENT
Identification of Sponsored Posts
From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled as such with terms like "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," "Advertisement," or similar disclosures. This ensures you can easily identify material that has been financially supported by third parties.
Brand Partnerships
We may form partnerships with brands relevant to arcade game development. These partnerships may include:
- ▸ Sponsored blog posts or articles featuring partner products or services
- ▸ Product reviews or demonstrations provided by manufacturers
- ▸ Joint webinars or educational content with industry partners
- ▸ Case studies showcasing partner tools or platforms
Content Authenticity
Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial independence and ensure all information is accurate, helpful, and relevant to our audience. Sponsors do not dictate our opinions or the content of our recommendations. We reserve the right to decline sponsorship opportunities that don't align with our values or audience needs.
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 or similar advertising platforms
- ▸ Contextual advertising services that match ads to content
- ▸ Display networks that show relevant industry advertisements
Behavioral Targeting
Some advertisements on our website may be personalized based on your browsing behavior. Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements. For more information about cookies and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization and Privacy
You can control your advertising preferences:
- ▸ Adjust your cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page
- ▸ Use browser settings to block third-party cookies
- ▸ Opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools
- ▸ Contact us directly with advertising-related concerns
YOUR RIGHTS AND CONTROLS
Ad Preference Management
You have the right to control how advertising data is collected and used. Access your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page to manage advertising settings.
Opt-Out Procedures
You can opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your browser settings, using privacy tools, or contacting us directly with your preferences.
Data Collection Transparency
We disclose all data collection practices related to advertising. Review our Privacy Policy for detailed information about how advertising data is collected and used.
Privacy Regulations Compliance
Our advertising practices comply with applicable privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant data protection laws.
FTC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
In accordance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, we disclose that:
- ▸ Some links on this website are affiliate links, and we may receive compensation when you click or make purchases through these links
- ▸ Sponsored content and paid partnerships are clearly labeled as such
- ▸ We maintain editorial independence regardless of financial relationships
- ▸ All recommendations reflect our genuine opinions and professional expertise
- ▸ Financial relationships do not influence the accuracy or completeness of our content
CHANGES TO THIS DISCLOSURE
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising relationships or practices. When we make significant changes, we will:
- ▸ Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- ▸ Post a notice on our website about the changes
- ▸ Maintain transparency about all advertising relationships
QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR ADVERTISING?
If you have questions about our advertising disclosures, affiliate relationships, or would like more information about how we handle sponsored content, please contact us. We're committed to maintaining transparency in all our business practices.