Advertising Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Quartz Narrative, we believe in complete transparency about our advertising and commercial relationships. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various partnerships and how this might affect the content and recommendations on our website.

We are committed to maintaining the trust you place in us by being upfront about any financial relationships that could influence the content we create or the recommendations we make.

Affiliate Relationships and Programs

Affiliate Program Participation

Quartz Narrative participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links and make purchases. These affiliate relationships help support our ability to provide valuable content and services.

When we use affiliate links, we clearly label them as such or include appropriate disclosures near the content. Our participation in these programs does not influence our editorial independence or the authenticity of our recommendations.

Commission-Based Links

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. This includes:

Links to software tools and platforms we recommend
Professional services or educational resources
Books, courses, or other learning materials
Marketing and analytics tools

Product Recommendation Policy

Our product and service recommendations are based on:

Our professional experience and genuine belief in the value of the products
Direct testing and evaluation where possible
Relevance to our clients' and audience's needs
Quality standards and professional reputation

We only recommend products and services we believe will provide genuine value to our audience, regardless of whether an affiliate relationship exists.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain transparency about our financial relationships with third parties. If we receive compensation for featuring, reviewing, or recommending a product or service, we disclose this relationship clearly. This transparency allows you to make informed decisions about the content you engage with.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display ads on our website. These networks may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites to provide targeted advertisements. Common networks we may work with include Google AdSense, Google Ad Manager, and other reputable advertising platforms.

Behavioral Targeting and Personalization

Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Track your browsing behavior across websites
Deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests
Measure ad campaign effectiveness
Understand user engagement with advertisements

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising partners may place cookies on your device to collect data for personalized advertising. You can manage these preferences through your browser settings or through our Cookie Policy page. For more information about how we use cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

We may use information about your visits, combined with data from other sources, to provide more relevant advertising. This includes remarketing campaigns that show our ads to previous website visitors on other platforms. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or ad preference tools provided by advertising networks.

User Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have several options for managing your advertising experience:

Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or specific advertising cookies
Opt-Out Tools: Use industry-standard opt-out mechanisms to limit behavioral advertising
Cookie Preferences: Manage your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page
Ad Network Controls: Visit individual advertising networks' preference centers to manage personalization

Data Collection for Advertising Purposes

When you visit our website, advertising partners may collect:

Your IP address and general location
Browser type and device information
Pages visited and time spent on site
Referring website or source

This information is used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance. For detailed information about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under applicable privacy laws (including GDPR and similar regulations), you have rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes. These rights include access to your data, correction of inaccuracies, deletion requests, and objections to processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Regulatory Compliance

We comply with applicable advertising regulations and guidelines, including those set forth by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the United States and similar regulatory bodies in other jurisdictions. Our disclosure practices align with requirements for transparency in advertising and endorsements.

We are committed to honest, clear, and conspicuous disclosure of all material connections between us and the products, services, or brands we feature, review, or recommend.

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when this disclosure was most recently revised.