Advertising Disclosure

Last updated: November 26, 2025

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Mapleshire, we believe in maintaining complete transparency about our advertising relationships and any financial interests that may influence our content or recommendations. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising and partnership arrangements.

We are committed to honesty and integrity in all our communications. This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, as well as Canadian advertising standards, to ensure you have full awareness of any potential conflicts of interest.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Program Participation

Mapleshire may participate in affiliate marketing programs with various companies and service providers. When you click on certain links on our website or follow our recommendations to third-party services or products, we may receive a commission or referral fee.

These affiliate relationships allow us to continue providing valuable content and services while earning revenue to support our operations. However, our participation in affiliate programs does not influence our editorial content or service recommendations.

Commission-Based Recommendations

Some links to tools, software, services, or resources may be affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase or sign up for a service through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. The price you pay remains the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the provider.

We only recommend products, services, and resources that we believe provide genuine value to our clients and the game development community. Our recommendations are based on our professional experience and assessment of quality, not solely on potential commission earnings.

Product Recommendation Policies

When we recommend game development tools, software, services, or resources, our recommendations are grounded in our professional experience and honest evaluation. We strive to provide balanced information about both the benefits and limitations of any product or service we mention.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We disclose all material financial relationships that could reasonably be expected to influence our content or recommendations. This includes affiliate partnerships, referral arrangements, and any other compensation we receive for promoting products or services. Where appropriate, we will clearly identify affiliate links or sponsored content.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Paid Content

If we publish sponsored content, advertorials, or paid promotions, we will clearly identify such content with appropriate labels such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement." This ensures you can easily distinguish between our independent editorial content and material that has been financially supported by third parties.

Sponsored content may include blog posts, social media content, email communications, or other materials created in partnership with brands or service providers who compensate us for promotion.

Sponsored Post Guidelines

All sponsored posts adhere to our editorial standards and must provide genuine value to our audience. While sponsors may request coverage of specific topics or products, we retain editorial control over the final content. We will not publish sponsored content that we believe is misleading, low-quality, or not relevant to our audience.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may enter into partnerships with brands, software providers, or service companies in the game development industry. These partnerships may involve compensation in the form of payment, free products or services, or other benefits. We disclose these relationships when they could reasonably influence our content or recommendations.

Content Authenticity

Whether content is sponsored or independently created, we are committed to providing honest, accurate, and valuable information. Our reputation and relationship with our clients are built on trust, and we take our responsibility to provide authentic content seriously.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity to provide targeted advertising. The use of these technologies is subject to the privacy policies of the respective advertising networks.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Some advertisements displayed on our website may be personalized based on your browsing history and interests. This behavioral targeting is conducted by third-party advertising networks using cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can learn more about how these networks collect and use data in our Cookie Policy.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising networks may place cookies on your device to track your interaction with advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness. These cookies help determine which ads to show you and how often to show them. For detailed information about cookies and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

The advertisements you see on our website may be tailored to your interests based on information collected about your online activity. This personalization helps ensure you see ads that are more relevant to you. However, you have control over these practices and can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or advertising preference tools.

Your Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have the right to manage your advertising preferences and control how your data is used for advertising purposes. Most browsers allow you to adjust settings for cookies and tracking technologies used by advertising networks.

Opt-Out Procedures

You can opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your browser settings, using ad-blocking extensions, or visiting industry opt-out pages such as the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada opt-out tool. Note that opting out does not mean you will see fewer ads, but the ads you see may be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

When you visit our website, advertising networks may collect information about your browsing activity for the purpose of delivering targeted ads. This data collection is subject to the privacy policies of the respective advertising networks and our own Privacy Policy. You have the right to understand what data is collected and how it is used.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under applicable privacy laws, including Canadian privacy legislation, you have rights regarding data collected through advertising technologies. These rights may include the right to access, correct, or delete your data, as well as the right to object to certain data processing activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy.

Editorial Independence and Integrity

Despite our participation in affiliate programs and acceptance of sponsored content, we maintain strict editorial independence. Our recommendations and professional opinions are based on our genuine assessment of value, quality, and relevance to the game development community.

Our Promise to You

  • We never recommend products or services solely for financial gain
  • Our editorial content is based on professional expertise and honest evaluation
  • We clearly disclose all financial relationships and conflicts of interest

Your Trust Matters

Our business is built on the trust and confidence of our clients and the game development community. We understand that transparency about our advertising relationships is essential to maintaining that trust. If you ever have questions about our advertising practices or specific recommendations, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising relationships, practices, or legal requirements. 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 our advertising practices and any changes that may affect you.

Questions About Our Advertising Practices?

If you have questions about our advertising relationships, affiliate partnerships, or any aspect of this disclosure, we're here to help. Contact us for more information.

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