Advertising Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Pelagian, we believe in maintaining complete transparency with our audience regarding any advertising relationships, sponsored content, or affiliate partnerships. This Advertising Disclosure outlines how we handle these relationships and how they may influence the content on our website.

We are committed to providing honest, objective information about our services while clearly identifying any commercial relationships that could influence the content you see. This disclosure is in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

Your trust is important to us, and we want you to understand exactly how advertising and partnerships factor into our business model and content.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Program Participation

Pelagian may participate in affiliate marketing programs where we earn commissions by promoting products or services offered by other companies. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or take a specific action, we may receive compensation from the company whose product or service you accessed.

Commission-Based Recommendations

Some links on our website may be affiliate links, meaning we receive a commission if you make a purchase through these links at no additional cost to you. These relationships include:

• Software tools and platforms we recommend for international marketing
• Educational resources and training programs relevant to our industry
• Professional services that complement our offerings
• Technology solutions for marketing automation and analytics

Product Recommendation Policy

While we may earn commissions from affiliate relationships, our recommendations are based on:

• Our genuine experience and professional assessment of the products or services
• The relevance and potential value to organizations engaged in international marketing
• Quality standards and reputation of the providers
• Feedback from our professional network and industry peers

We only recommend products and services that we believe provide genuine value, regardless of whether we receive compensation. Our professional reputation depends on providing trustworthy guidance, and we take this responsibility seriously.

Financial Relationship Transparency

When we have a financial relationship with a company whose products or services we mention, we will disclose this relationship clearly. Look for disclosures such as "affiliate link," "sponsored," or similar language near relevant content.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Sponsored Material

From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions on our website. Sponsored content is material that is paid for by a third party and is clearly identified as such. We maintain editorial standards for all sponsored content to ensure it provides value to our audience and aligns with our professional focus on international marketing.

Sponsored Post Labeling

All sponsored posts and paid promotions will be clearly labeled with one or more of the following disclosures:

• "Sponsored," "Sponsored Content," or "Sponsored Post"
• "Paid Partnership" or "Paid Promotion"
• "Advertisement" or "Ad"
• Specific disclosure of the sponsoring company or brand

These labels will appear prominently at the beginning of sponsored content to ensure transparency before you engage with the material.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may enter into partnerships with brands and companies in the international marketing, localization, or related industries. These partnerships may involve:

• Co-created content or collaborative resources
• Joint research projects or industry studies
• Event sponsorships or speaking engagements
• Preferred provider arrangements for complementary services

Any material partnership that could influence our content will be disclosed clearly to maintain trust and transparency with our audience.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Even when content is sponsored, we maintain full editorial control and ensure that:

• All information is accurate and based on legitimate research or experience
• Content provides genuine value to professionals in our field
• We would not publish anything we do not stand behind professionally
• Our core expertise and perspective remain independent

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing activity across different websites. Common advertising networks we may work with include:

• Google AdSense and Google Display Network
• Media.net
• Other reputable advertising platforms focused on business and professional audiences

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertisers may use behavioral targeting to show you ads based on:

• Your previous visits to our website and other sites
• Your browsing patterns and online behavior
• Demographic information and inferred interests
• Geographic location and device information

This targeting is performed by the advertising networks, not by Pelagian directly. We do not control the specific ads shown or the targeting criteria used by these networks.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising networks use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
• Limit the number of times you see the same ad
• Report on advertising performance and reach

For more information about how cookies are used on our website, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

Advertising networks may create profiles of your interests to show more relevant ads. This personalization is based on your browsing activity and other information collected by these networks across multiple websites. You can control ad personalization through your cookie preferences and through the privacy settings of major advertising platforms.

User Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have control over the advertising you see on our website. You can manage your preferences through:

• Our Cookie Policy page where you can adjust cookie settings
• Browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Ad network preference centers (such as Google Ad Settings)
• Industry opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising:

• Visit the cookie preferences on our Cookie Policy page and disable advertising cookies
• Use your browser's privacy settings to block third-party cookies
• Visit www.aboutads.info/choices or www.networkadvertising.org/choices to opt out of participating ad networks
• Enable "Do Not Track" or similar privacy features in your browser

Note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see no ads; it means ads will not be targeted based on your browsing behavior.

Data Collection for Advertising

When you visit our website, advertising networks may collect:

• Information about the pages you visit and content you view
• Your IP address and approximate geographic location
• Device type, browser, and operating system information
• Referring website and search terms used to find our site

This data collection is performed by the advertising networks and is subject to their privacy policies, not ours.

Your Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising and data collection:

• GDPR rights for users in the European Economic Area
• CCPA rights for California residents
• Similar privacy rights under other applicable regulations

For information about exercising these rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

FTC Compliance Statement

This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission's requirements for transparency in advertising and endorsements as outlined in 16 CFR Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

We follow FTC guidelines by:

• Clearly and conspicuously disclosing material connections with advertisers
• Ensuring endorsements reflect honest opinions and experiences
• Disclosing when we receive compensation for recommendations
• Making disclosures visible and understandable to our audience

If you have questions about our compliance with FTC guidelines or would like additional information about specific advertising relationships, please contact us.

Changes to This Advertising Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices, advertising relationships, or regulatory requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how advertising factors into our website and content. Significant changes will be communicated through appropriate channels.