Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: November 20, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Meridian Craft, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising relationships and business partnerships. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn income through various advertising and affiliate programs, and how these relationships might influence the content we present.
We are committed to maintaining the integrity of our marketing research services and the trust of our clients. All advertising relationships are disclosed in accordance with applicable consumer protection regulations, including guidelines from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and equivalent regulatory bodies in other jurisdictions.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
Affiliate Program Participation
Meridian Craft may participate in affiliate marketing programs with select software providers, research tools, and professional services relevant to marketing research and business intelligence. When you click on certain links to these products or services and make a purchase, we may receive a commission.
These affiliate relationships allow us to recommend tools and resources that we believe may be valuable to our clients and website visitors. The commission we receive helps support our operations and enables us to continue providing educational content and insights.
Commission-Based Link Disclosure
Links to third-party products or services may be affiliate links, meaning we earn a small commission when you make a purchase through these links at no additional cost to you. Specific categories where affiliate links may appear include:
- Marketing analytics and research software platforms
- Data visualization and reporting tools
- Survey and feedback collection services
- Business intelligence and market analysis resources
- Professional development courses and certifications
Product Recommendation Policy
Our product recommendations are based on professional evaluation, practical experience, and relevance to marketing research needs. We only recommend products and services that we believe offer genuine value, regardless of whether an affiliate relationship exists. The presence of an affiliate commission does not influence our professional assessment or the integrity of our research services.
Financial Relationship Transparency
Where we have affiliate relationships with companies whose products or services are mentioned in our content, we will clearly disclose this relationship. This disclosure may appear at the beginning of an article, within the content itself, or in proximity to affiliate links. We maintain this transparency to ensure you can make informed decisions about any recommendations we provide.
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
Identification of Sponsored Material
From time to time, Meridian Craft may publish sponsored content or paid promotional materials. Any content created in partnership with brands, service providers, or other organizations will be clearly labeled as "Sponsored," "Paid Promotion," or "In Partnership With" to distinguish it from our regular editorial content.
Sponsored Post Labeling
Sponsored articles, case studies, or promotional materials will include clear disclosure at the beginning of the content. Standard labeling includes:
- Prominent "Sponsored Content" header or banner
- Disclosure statement identifying the sponsoring organization
- Clear separation from non-sponsored editorial content
- Transparent indication of any compensation received
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into brand partnerships or collaborative relationships that involve compensation, we disclose the nature of these partnerships. This includes partnerships for content creation, event sponsorship, research collaborations, or other arrangements where financial or material consideration is provided.
Editorial Independence
While we may publish sponsored content, we maintain editorial independence and control over our core research services and methodologies. Sponsored relationships do not influence the objectivity of our professional marketing research engagements or the integrity of client deliverables. Our primary commitment is to providing accurate, unbiased research insights to our clients.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising Networks
Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior and interests. We do not have direct control over the specific advertisements displayed, as these are determined by the advertising network algorithms.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements on our site may be targeted based on your browsing history, interests, or demographic information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies. This practice, known as behavioral advertising or interest-based advertising, is conducted by third-party advertising networks. For information about managing advertising preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Third-party advertisers may place cookies on your device to track your interactions with advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. These cookies help advertisers understand which ads are most relevant to users and optimize their advertising strategies. You can learn more about cookie management in our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
We may use advertising platforms that enable ad personalization based on user characteristics and behavior. This allows us to show more relevant advertisements and content to our visitors. You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising through browser settings, advertising network opt-out pages, or by adjusting your cookie preferences on our website.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
Advertisement Preference Management
You have control over your advertising experience on our website through several mechanisms:
- Cookie preference settings available on our Cookie Policy page
- Browser settings to block or limit cookies and tracking technologies
- Third-party advertising network opt-out tools and preference centers
- Industry opt-out platforms such as the Digital Advertising Alliance
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising, you can adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Management tool, configure your browser to reject third-party cookies, or visit advertising network opt-out pages. Note that opting out of personalized ads does not eliminate all advertising; you will still see generic advertisements that are not based on your browsing behavior.
Data Collection for Advertising
Information collected for advertising purposes may include browsing activity, pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, and device information. This data is used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness. You can limit this data collection through cookie preferences and browser privacy settings.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under applicable privacy regulations such as GDPR, you have rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes, including the right to access, correct, delete, or object to processing. To exercise these rights or for questions about advertising data practices, please contact us using the information provided on our Privacy Policy page.
Regulatory Compliance
Meridian Craft complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines regarding endorsements, testimonials, and advertising disclosures. We are committed to honest, transparent communication about our business relationships and any compensation we receive from affiliate programs, sponsored content, or advertising partnerships.
Our disclosure practices also align with applicable international regulations, including consumer protection laws in the European Union, United Kingdom, and Switzerland. We continuously review our advertising practices to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Content Authenticity and Integrity
While we may earn income through affiliate relationships and advertising, this does not compromise the quality or integrity of our professional services. Our core business of providing marketing research and strategic analysis to clients remains independent of any advertising relationships.
When we mention products, services, or companies in our content, these references are based on professional evaluation and relevance to marketing research topics. If a financial relationship exists, it will be clearly disclosed. We never misrepresent affiliate products or make exaggerated claims to encourage purchases.
Your trust is essential to our business. We maintain strict standards for content authenticity and will not allow advertising relationships to influence the objectivity of our professional research services or compromise the accuracy of information we provide.
Questions About Advertising Relationships
If you have questions about our advertising relationships, affiliate programs, or sponsored content policies, we encourage you to contact us. We are committed to transparency and will gladly provide additional information about specific partnerships or advertising arrangements.