Advertising Disclosure
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Solstice, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and financial relationships. This disclosure explains how we may be compensated when you engage with certain content or links on our website, and how these relationships affect the content we create and share.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
Affiliate Program Participation
Solstice participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means that we may earn commissions when you click on certain links on our website and make purchases or take specific actions. These affiliate relationships exist with:
- Software and development tools providers that we recommend for arcade game development
- Educational platforms offering courses relevant to game design and development
- Technology vendors providing hardware and infrastructure solutions
- Professional services that complement our arcade development offerings
When we include affiliate links in our content, we will clearly identify them as such. The presence of affiliate links does not influence our editorial judgment or the authenticity of our recommendations.
Commission-Based Compensation
We may receive financial compensation in the following ways:
Percentage-based commissions on purchases made through our affiliate links
Fixed payments for qualified actions such as sign-ups or trial registrations
Referral bonuses for connecting clients with partner services
Product Recommendation Policy
We only recommend products, services, and resources that we genuinely believe provide value to arcade game developers. Our recommendations are based on:
- Direct experience with the product or service
- Thorough research and evaluation of alternatives
- Feedback from our community and professional network
- Alignment with Scandinavian design principles and quality standards
The existence of an affiliate relationship does not guarantee that we will recommend a product. We maintain editorial independence and will only feature products that meet our quality standards.
Sponsored Content and Brand Partnerships
Identification of Sponsored Content
When we publish sponsored content or paid promotions, we clearly identify them using one or more of the following methods:
• Clear labeling at the beginning of the content with terms such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement"
• Visual indicators such as distinct backgrounds or borders to differentiate sponsored content
• Explicit disclosure statements explaining the nature of the relationship
Sponsored content maintains the same quality standards as our organic content and provides genuine value to our audience, even when compensation is involved.
Brand Partnership Guidelines
We enter into partnerships with brands that align with our values of thoughtful design, player wellbeing, and quality craftsmanship. Our partnership criteria include:
- Demonstrated commitment to quality and user experience
- Values compatible with Scandinavian design principles
- Genuine utility for arcade game developers
- Transparent business practices and ethical operations
We reserve the right to decline partnerships that do not meet these standards, regardless of financial considerations.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Whether content is sponsored or organic, we maintain complete editorial control. Sponsors may suggest topics or provide information, but they do not dictate our opinions, conclusions, or the content we publish. Our honest assessment and genuine perspective remain unchanged regardless of financial relationships.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use the following technologies:
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior
- Demographic and interest-based targeting to show relevant advertisements
- Remarketing pixels to display ads to previous visitors on other websites
You can learn more about how these networks use your information and manage your advertising preferences through our Cookie Policy.
Behavioral Targeting and Personalization
Advertising networks may use information about your browsing activity to show personalized advertisements. This practice, known as behavioral targeting, involves:
• Collection of data about pages you visit and actions you take
• Analysis of your interests and preferences based on browsing patterns
• Delivery of advertisements tailored to your inferred interests
You have the right to opt out of behavioral advertising through your browser settings or industry opt-out tools. See the User Rights and Controls section below for more information.
User Rights and Controls
Managing Advertisement Preferences
You have several options to control the advertisements you see:
Cookie Management
Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences and control which types of advertising cookies are enabled.
Browser Settings
Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or use private browsing mode to limit tracking.
Industry Opt-Out Tools
Use industry-provided opt-out tools to manage behavioral advertising preferences across multiple websites.
Data Collection for Advertising
Advertising networks may collect various types of information for advertising purposes:
- Technical information such as IP address, device type, and browser version
- Browsing activity including pages visited and time spent on site
- Interaction data such as clicks on advertisements and conversions
- Inferred interests and demographic information based on browsing patterns
This data collection is subject to our Privacy Policy and the policies of the advertising networks we work with.
Privacy Regulation Compliance
Our advertising practices comply with applicable privacy regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation and other relevant laws. You have rights regarding your personal data used for advertising purposes, including the right to access, correct, delete, or object to processing. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information about exercising these rights.
FTC Compliance
We comply with the Federal Trade Commission guidelines regarding endorsements and testimonials. All material connections between Solstice and the products or services we recommend are clearly disclosed. This includes financial relationships, free products received for review, and any other compensation that might affect the credibility of our endorsement.
Questions and Concerns
If you have questions about our advertising practices, specific disclosures on our site, or wish to report a concern about potential conflicts of interest, please contact us. We are committed to maintaining transparency and addressing any questions about our advertising relationships and practices.
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. Significant updates will be noted on this page. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising relationships and compensated content.