Advertising Disclosure

Participation in Affiliate Programs

Numeral Grove may participate in affiliate programs with various companies and service providers. These relationships allow us to earn commissions when visitors:

• Click on affiliate links and make purchases from partner companies
• Sign up for services through our referral links
• Subscribe to software or tools we recommend
• Engage with partner services after being referred by us

Commission-Based Link Disclosure

Some links on our website may be affiliate links, meaning we receive a commission if you click through and take certain actions. These commissions help support our business operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services. The price you pay remains the same whether you use our affiliate links or not.

Financial Relationship Transparency

When we have a financial relationship with a company whose products or services we discuss, we strive to clearly disclose this relationship. This ensures you can make informed decisions about the recommendations we provide and understand any potential biases that may exist.

Identification of Paid Content

From time to time, we may publish sponsored content, advertorials, or paid promotional materials on our website. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled as such using one or more of the following methods:

• Visible "Sponsored" or "Paid Partnership" labels
• Disclosure statements at the beginning of sponsored posts
• Clear differentiation from editorial content
• Explicit mention of the sponsoring company or brand

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

We adhere to strict labeling standards for all sponsored content. Even when we receive compensation for featuring a product or service, we maintain editorial independence and only accept sponsorships for offerings that align with our values and may genuinely benefit our audience.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Despite financial arrangements with partners, we guarantee:

• All reviews and assessments reflect our honest professional opinion
• We do not make false or misleading claims about sponsored products
• Sponsored content undergoes the same quality standards as editorial content
• We reserve the right to decline sponsorships that conflict with our values
• Our audience's trust and best interests remain our priority

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior and interests. The advertising networks we work with include reputable providers who adhere to industry standards for online advertising.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertisers may collect information about your online activities to provide targeted advertising. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, allows advertisers to show you ads that are more relevant to your interests. Information collected may include:

• Pages you visit on our website and other websites
• Search terms and keywords you use
• Your geographic location and device information
• Time spent on various pages and content interactions

Ad Personalization Practices

We and our advertising partners may personalize the advertisements you see based on your interests and browsing history. While this helps ensure ads are more relevant to you, you have the right to opt out of personalized advertising. Information on how to exercise this right is provided in the User Rights and Controls section below.

Ad Preference Management

You have several options to control the advertising you see:

• Adjust your cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page
• Use browser settings to block or limit cookies
• Opt out of interest-based advertising through industry opt-out tools
• Configure your device settings to limit ad tracking
• Use privacy-focused browser extensions to manage advertising

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of interest-based advertising:

1. Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page or Network Advertising Initiative's opt-out tool
2. Review your browser's privacy settings and enable Do Not Track features
3. Adjust advertising preferences in your device settings
4. Clear cookies regularly to reset advertising preferences

Please note that opting out of interest-based advertising does not mean you will see fewer ads, but rather that the ads you see may be less relevant to your interests.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising data under privacy regulations such as GDPR or similar laws. These rights may include the right to access, correct, or delete data collected for advertising purposes. Contact us to exercise these rights or for more information.