Advertising Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Series Builder, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising and monetization practices. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising relationships, affiliate programs, and partnerships.

We are committed to maintaining the trust you place in us by being open and honest about any financial relationships that may influence the content or recommendations we provide. This disclosure complies with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines for advertising and endorsements.

Important Note: While we may receive compensation through various means described below, our primary focus remains providing valuable franchise development services and information. We strive to maintain editorial integrity and only recommend products, services, or strategies we genuinely believe can benefit our clients.

FTC Disclosure Statement

In accordance with Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR Part 255 (Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising), Series Builder discloses that it may receive financial compensation for some of the products, services, or links mentioned on this website. This compensation may take the form of commissions, referral fees, or other forms of remuneration.

Affiliate Relationships and Commission-Based Links

What Are Affiliate Links?

Some links on our website may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click on the link and make a purchase or take a specified action. This comes at no additional cost to you; you pay the same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the vendor's website.

Affiliate links help support our business and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services. However, we only recommend products, services, or tools that we believe offer genuine value to our audience and align with our franchise development expertise.

Types of Affiliate Programs

We may participate in affiliate programs for:

Game Development Tools and Software: Development platforms, asset management systems, and production software relevant to arcade franchise creation
Professional Services: Complementary services such as legal, financial, or marketing tools that support franchise development
Educational Resources: Courses, books, or training materials related to game development and franchise building
Business and Productivity Tools: Project management, collaboration, and organizational software useful for development teams
Hardware and Equipment: Gaming hardware, arcade cabinets, or technical equipment related to arcade game development

Our Affiliate Recommendation Policy

When recommending products or services through affiliate links, we commit to:

Only promoting products or services we have personally used, researched, or believe offer genuine value
Clearly disclosing when links are affiliate links
Providing honest assessments, including both advantages and limitations
Never letting financial compensation influence the integrity of our recommendations
Updating our recommendations as better alternatives become available
Disclosing if we receive special pricing or perks from vendors

Third-Party Advertising Networks and Practices

Display Advertising Networks

Our website may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks. These networks may serve ads based on your interests, browsing behavior, and demographic information. Common advertising networks we may use include:

Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
Industry-specific advertising networks focused on gaming and technology
Direct advertising relationships with relevant companies

Behavioral Targeting and Personalization

Third-party advertising networks may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities to provide personalized advertisements. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, allows advertisers to show you ads that may be more relevant to your interests.

Information that may be collected for advertising purposes:

Pages you visit on our website and other websites
Search terms you enter
Links you click
Products or services you view or purchase
Your general geographic location
Your device and browser information

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising cookies help us and our advertising partners deliver relevant ads to you. These cookies may track your activity across different websites to build a profile of your interests. For detailed information about how we use cookies, including advertising cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

You can manage your advertising cookie preferences through our cookie management tool or your browser settings.

Your Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have the right to manage your advertising preferences and control the types of ads you see. You can adjust your preferences through your browser settings, our cookie management tool, or advertising network opt-out pages.

Opt-Out Procedures

You can opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your cookie preferences, using browser privacy settings, or visiting industry opt-out pages such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out tools.

Data Collection Controls

You can limit data collection for advertising purposes by disabling cookies, using private browsing modes, installing ad-blocking software, or using browser extensions that prevent tracking. Note that some functionality may be affected by these choices.

Privacy Rights

Under various privacy regulations (such as GDPR, CCPA), you may have additional rights regarding data collection for advertising purposes, including the right to access, delete, or opt out of the sale of your personal information. See our Privacy Policy for details.

How to Exercise Your Advertising Rights

Adjust Cookie Settings: Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences
Browser Controls: Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or use private browsing modes
Opt-Out Tools: Use industry opt-out mechanisms at optout.networkadvertising.org or optout.aboutads.info
Google Ad Settings: Manage Google advertising preferences at adssettings.google.com
Contact Us: Reach out to us directly with specific concerns or requests regarding advertising practices

Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time as our advertising relationships, partnerships, or practices change. When we make significant 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 we monetize our website and services. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated disclosure.

If we enter into new types of advertising relationships that significantly differ from those described here, we will update this disclosure accordingly and may provide additional notice through our website.

Important Reminders

Your Purchase Price Remains the Same

Using our affiliate links does not increase the price you pay for products or services. You pay the same amount whether you use our link or go directly to the vendor.

We Value Your Trust

While we may benefit financially from some recommendations, our primary goal is to provide valuable information and services to our clients. We take our responsibility seriously and strive to maintain the trust you place in us.

Independent Decision Making

You should always conduct your own research and make independent decisions about products, services, or strategies. Our recommendations are based on our experience and perspective, but your specific needs may vary.