Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: September 30, 2025
Introduction
At ArchData, we are committed to complete transparency in our business practices and advertising relationships. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may generate revenue through affiliate partnerships, sponsored content, and third-party advertising networks.
In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and EU consumer protection regulations, we disclose all material connections with brands, products, or services mentioned on our website. Our professional reputation depends on honest, unbiased recommendations that serve your best interests.
Affiliate Relationships
ArchData may participate in affiliate marketing programs with technology vendors and service providers relevant to data architecture and enterprise systems:
How Affiliate Programs Work
When you click on certain links to products or services on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the vendor. This commission comes at no additional cost to you and is paid by the vendor as a referral fee.
Affiliate relationships exist with technology platforms, software vendors, cloud service providers, and professional development resources that we genuinely recommend based on their technical merit and relevance to data architecture projects.
Commission-Based Link Disclosure
Links that generate affiliate commissions may include:
- Database management systems and data platform subscriptions
- Cloud infrastructure services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Data modeling and architecture tools
- Professional certification and training programs
- Technical books and educational resources
Product Recommendation Policy
Our recommendations are based on technical evaluation, industry reputation, and practical applicability to data architecture challenges. We only recommend products and services that we believe offer genuine value, regardless of affiliate commission rates.
The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our technical assessments or professional opinions. We maintain editorial independence and prioritize your needs over commission opportunities.
Financial Relationship Transparency
We disclose affiliate relationships at the point of recommendation. When applicable, you will see clear disclosure language such as "This link is an affiliate link" or "We may earn a commission from this recommendation." This transparency allows you to make informed decisions about following our recommendations.
Sponsored Content
ArchData may occasionally publish sponsored content or paid promotional material:
Identification of Paid Content
All sponsored posts, paid articles, or promotional content are clearly labeled as:
- • "Sponsored Post"
- • "Paid Partnership"
- • "Sponsored by [Brand Name]"
- • "Promotional Content"
These labels appear prominently at the beginning of the content, ensuring transparency before you invest time reading.
Sponsored Post Labeling Policy
Sponsored content maintains our editorial standards and technical accuracy. While sponsors pay for content placement, they do not control our technical opinions or editorial decisions. We reserve the right to decline sponsorship offers that conflict with our professional standards or our audience's interests.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
We may enter into long-term partnerships with technology vendors or service providers. These partnerships involve:
- • Financial compensation for content creation or brand representation
- • Product testing and evaluation arrangements
- • Joint webinars or educational initiatives
- • Case study development and publication
All partnership arrangements are disclosed when relevant to the content you are viewing.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Even in sponsored content, we provide authentic technical analysis and honest assessments. Our professional credibility depends on maintaining trust with our audience. We do not publish misleading claims or exaggerated benefits, regardless of sponsorship arrangements.
Third-Party Advertising
Our website may display advertisements through third-party advertising networks:
Display Advertising Networks Used
We may use the following advertising networks:
- Google AdSense: Display advertising based on content and user interests
- Professional Networks: Industry-specific advertising platforms focused on enterprise technology
- Retargeting Platforms: Services that display relevant ads based on previous website visits
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and tracking technologies to deliver personalized advertisements based on your browsing behavior. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, allows advertisers to show you ads that may be more relevant to your professional interests.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks place cookies on your device to:
- • Track which ads you have seen
- • Prevent showing the same ad too frequently
- • Measure ad effectiveness and engagement
- • Build profiles of your interests for targeted advertising
You can control advertising cookies through our cookie consent manager and browser settings. See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.
Ad Personalization Practices
Personalized advertising uses data about your interests, demographics, and online behavior to show more relevant ads. We implement Google Consent Mode v2 to ensure your advertising preferences are respected. You can opt out of personalized advertising while still seeing generic ads.
User Rights and Controls
You have several options for controlling advertisements and tracking:
Ad Preference Management Options
- Cookie Settings: Use our cookie consent manager to control advertising cookies and personalization
- Browser Controls: Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or use private browsing mode
- Ad Blockers: Install browser extensions that prevent display of advertisements
- Google Ad Settings: Manage your Google advertising preferences at adssettings.google.com
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of interest-based advertising:
- • Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page: optout.networkadvertising.org
- • Use the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool: optout.aboutads.info
- • For European users, visit the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu
- • Adjust settings in our Cookie Policy page
Data Collection for Advertising Purposes
Advertising networks may collect information including IP address, device type, browser type, pages viewed, and time spent on pages. This data is used to serve relevant ads and measure campaign performance. We do not provide personally identifiable information to advertising networks without your consent.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes, including the right to access, rectify, delete, or restrict processing of your data. Contact us or the respective advertising networks to exercise these rights.
Editorial Independence
Despite our commercial relationships, we maintain editorial independence in our technical content and professional recommendations:
- Our technical assessments are based on objective criteria, not commission rates
- We disclose both advantages and limitations of products and services we recommend
- Affiliate relationships do not prevent us from recommending non-affiliated alternatives when appropriate
- We decline partnerships with products or services we cannot genuinely recommend
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure periodically to reflect changes in our business practices or advertising relationships. Updates will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be communicated through prominent website notices.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our advertising practices or disclosure policies, please contact us: