Advertising Disclosure

Last updated: November 15, 2025

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Solstice Mark, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and financial relationships. This disclosure explains how we may earn income through various partnerships and why we recommend certain tools, services, or resources.

We want you to understand the financial considerations that might influence our recommendations so you can make informed decisions. Our commitment to honesty and ethical practices guides everything we do.

Affiliate Relationships

What Are Affiliate Partnerships?

Affiliate partnerships are arrangements where we may earn a commission when you purchase products or services through links we provide. This is a common practice that allows us to recommend valuable tools while receiving compensation from the companies that provide them.

When we include affiliate links on our website or in our communications, we will clearly indicate this relationship. The presence of an affiliate relationship does not affect the price you pay; companies pay us from their marketing budgets, not from your pocket.

How We Choose What to Recommend

Our recommendations are based on:

  • Our direct experience using the tool, service, or resource
  • Feedback from clients who have implemented our suggestions
  • The quality and relevance of the offering to your needs
  • The company's reputation and customer support
  • Value for money and appropriate pricing

We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe can help your business. The potential to earn an affiliate commission is secondary to whether something will actually serve you well.

Commission Disclosure

When you purchase through our affiliate links, we may receive:

  • A percentage of the purchase price (typically between 10-30%)
  • A flat fee per referral or conversion
  • Recurring commissions for subscription-based services

These commissions help support our business and allow us to continue providing valuable content and resources. However, they do not influence the integrity of our recommendations.

Your Right to Choose

You are never obligated to use our affiliate links. You can always search for products directly or use alternative providers. We want you to make the best choice for your situation, regardless of whether we receive compensation.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identifying Sponsored Content

Occasionally, we may publish content that has been sponsored by a company or brand. This means we have received compensation to create content featuring their products or services. When this occurs, we will:

  • Clearly label the content as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or similar designation
  • Place this disclosure prominently at the beginning of the content
  • Maintain editorial control over the content we produce
  • Only accept sponsorships from companies we believe offer value

Our Sponsorship Standards

We maintain strict standards for sponsored content:

  • We retain full editorial control and the right to decline sponsorships
  • Sponsored content must align with our values and expertise
  • We will not make false or misleading claims about sponsored products
  • We prioritize products and services that genuinely benefit our audience
  • Sponsors cannot dictate our opinions or editorial direction

Editorial Independence

Even when content is sponsored, we maintain our professional judgment and honest perspective. Our reputation depends on providing trustworthy guidance, and we will not compromise that for financial gain. If we wouldn't recommend something to a client in private consultation, we won't recommend it publicly either.

Third-Party Advertising and Networks

Display Advertising

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

  • Google AdSense and Google Display Network
  • Other reputable advertising platforms

These advertising networks use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior. For more information about how these technologies work and how to control them, please see our Cookie Policy.

Behavioral Targeting

Third-party advertisers may use information about your visits to this and other websites to provide advertisements about goods and services that may interest you. This practice is called behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising.

You can opt out of behavioral targeting through your browser settings, ad network opt-out pages, or industry opt-out tools. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for detailed instructions on managing your advertising preferences.

Advertising Policies

We maintain standards for advertisements displayed on our website:

  • We do not allow deceptive or misleading advertisements
  • We prohibit ads for illegal products or services
  • We reserve the right to block specific advertisers or categories
  • We cannot control all aspects of third-party ad content

If you encounter an advertisement that seems inappropriate or concerning, please contact us so we can review and take appropriate action.

Your Rights and Advertising Controls

Managing Ad Preferences

You have several options for controlling the advertisements you see:

  • Use browser privacy settings to limit tracking
  • Install ad-blocking extensions or software
  • Opt out of personalized advertising through industry tools
  • Clear your cookies regularly to reset ad targeting
  • Use private or incognito browsing modes

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of interest-based advertising:

  • Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
  • Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool
  • Adjust Google ad settings in your account preferences
  • Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings

Please note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will see fewer ads; it means the ads you see will be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

When you interact with advertisements on our website, third-party advertisers may collect:

  • Your IP address and general location
  • Device and browser information
  • Pages viewed and links clicked
  • Time spent on various pages

This data is used to serve relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness. For more details about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Your Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

  • Know what data is collected for advertising purposes
  • Access and review data collected about you
  • Request deletion of advertising-related data
  • Opt out of data sales or sharing for advertising
  • Receive equal service regardless of your privacy choices

Regulatory Compliance

We comply with applicable advertising regulations, including guidelines from regulatory authorities regarding disclosure of material connections between endorsers and advertisers. Our disclosures are designed to ensure you understand when we have a financial interest in the products or services we recommend.

We believe in transparency and ethical marketing practices. If you have questions about our advertising relationships or believe we have not adequately disclosed a material connection, please contact us so we can address your concerns.

Questions About Our Advertising Practices?

If you have questions about our advertising disclosures, affiliate relationships, or how we handle sponsored content, we're happy to discuss them with you.

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