Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: November 18, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
Battle Zone believes in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and business relationships. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through advertising, affiliate partnerships, and sponsored content.
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity in all our business practices. This disclosure provides comprehensive information about our advertising relationships so you can make informed decisions about the content and recommendations you encounter on our website.
Affiliate Relationships
What Are Affiliate Partnerships
We may participate in affiliate marketing programs with various companies and service providers in the competitive gaming and tournament management industry. When we include affiliate links on our website, we may receive a commission if you make a purchase or take a specific action through those links.
How Affiliate Links Work
Affiliate relationships function as follows:
When you click on certain links to third-party products or services, you may be directed to their websites through our unique affiliate tracking codes.
If you make a purchase or complete a qualifying action, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you.
Commission amounts vary by merchant and product type, but they never increase the price you pay.
The presence of an affiliate relationship does not influence the price or terms you receive from the merchant.
Our Recommendation Standards
We maintain strict standards for any products or services we recommend:
We only recommend products and services we believe provide genuine value to competitive gaming venues and tournament organizers.
Our recommendations are based on professional evaluation, industry standards, and potential benefit to our clients.
The existence of an affiliate relationship does not determine whether we recommend a product or service.
We conduct independent research and maintain editorial independence in all our content and recommendations.
Financial Transparency
We believe in being upfront about our affiliate relationships. When content includes affiliate links or is influenced by affiliate partnerships, we clearly disclose this information. The revenue we generate from affiliate relationships helps support our business operations and allows us to continue providing valuable information and services.
Sponsored Content
Definition of Sponsored Content
Sponsored content refers to material created in partnership with or paid for by third-party brands, service providers, or organizations. This may include sponsored articles, product reviews, case studies, or other promotional materials that appear on our website.
Sponsored Content Identification
We clearly label all sponsored content to ensure transparency:
Sponsored content is prominently marked with labels such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement."
These labels appear at the beginning or top of sponsored materials so they are immediately visible.
We distinguish sponsored content from our regular editorial content through clear visual and textual indicators.
Disclosure language is written in clear, understandable terms rather than technical or legal jargon.
Editorial Independence
Even when working with sponsors, we maintain our standards:
Sponsored content must meet our quality standards and provide genuine value to our audience.
We retain editorial control over how sponsored content is presented and integrated into our website.
Sponsors do not dictate our opinions or influence our independent product reviews and recommendations.
We reserve the right to decline sponsored content opportunities that do not align with our values or audience interests.
Content Authenticity
All sponsored content reflects our honest assessment and genuine experience. We do not publish misleading or deceptive sponsored materials, and we ensure that sponsored content provides accurate information that could legitimately benefit our audience.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks serve ads based on your interests and browsing behavior across multiple websites. The advertising networks we work with are reputable companies that comply with industry standards and privacy regulations.
How Display Advertising Works
Third-party advertising on our site functions as follows:
Advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity.
This information helps advertisers show you relevant ads based on your interests and demographics.
We do not control the specific ads that appear or have access to the detailed targeting data used by these networks.
Ad networks operate according to their own privacy policies and data collection practices.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements you see on our website may be personalized based on your browsing behavior across different websites. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, uses data about your online activity to show you ads that match your interests.
Advertising Standards
We maintain standards for advertising that appears on our website:
We work with reputable advertising networks that follow industry best practices.
We do not knowingly display misleading, offensive, or inappropriate advertisements.
Advertisements are clearly distinguishable from our editorial content.
We reserve the right to reject or remove advertisements that do not meet our standards.
User Rights and Controls
Your Advertising Preferences
You have control over how advertising affects your experience:
You can manage cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page or through your browser settings.
Most advertising networks provide opt-out mechanisms for personalized advertising.
Browser settings allow you to block or limit cookies used for advertising purposes.
Privacy-focused browser extensions can help you control advertising tracking across websites.
Opt-Out Options
To opt out of personalized advertising:
Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page to manage preferences across multiple advertising networks.
Use the Digital Advertising Alliance's consumer choice page to control interest-based advertising.
Adjust your device settings to limit ad tracking on mobile devices and tablets.
Contact us if you have questions about advertising on our website or need assistance with opt-out procedures.
Impact of Opting Out
When you opt out of personalized advertising, you may still see advertisements on our website, but they will be less tailored to your interests. Opting out does not prevent all advertising or data collection; it only affects whether ads are personalized based on your browsing behavior.
Data Collection for Advertising
Information collected for advertising purposes may include your IP address, device type, browser information, pages visited, and time spent on our website. For more details about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
FTC Compliance
Federal Trade Commission Guidelines
We comply with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines regarding endorsements, testimonials, and advertising disclosures. These guidelines require us to clearly disclose any material connections between ourselves and the products or services we mention or recommend.
Material Connection Disclosure
A material connection exists when we receive compensation, free products, or other benefits in exchange for mentioning or endorsing a product or service. We disclose these relationships clearly and conspicuously so you can evaluate our content with full knowledge of any potential bias.
Honest Recommendations
All recommendations and opinions expressed on our website reflect our honest beliefs about the products and services we discuss. We base our recommendations on professional experience, industry knowledge, and thorough evaluation. Compensation does not guarantee positive reviews or endorsements.
Product Reviews and Endorsements
Review Methodology
When we review products or services, we apply consistent evaluation criteria based on functionality, value, user experience, and relevance to competitive gaming venues. Our reviews reflect genuine assessment whether or not we have a financial relationship with the product provider.
Free Products and Services
We may occasionally receive free products, services, or access to events for review purposes. When this occurs, we clearly disclose that we received the product or service at no cost. Receiving free items does not obligate us to provide positive reviews or specific coverage.
Compensation for Reviews
If we receive compensation for writing a review or featuring a product, we prominently disclose this information within the review itself. Paid reviews maintain the same standards of honesty and thoroughness as unpaid content.
Questions and Concerns
If you have questions about any advertising content, affiliate relationships, or sponsored materials on our website, we encourage you to contact us. We are committed to transparency and will be happy to provide additional information about specific content or relationships.
Your trust is important to us. If you believe any content on our website lacks appropriate disclosure or raises concerns about transparency, please let us know so we can address the issue promptly.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, 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 relationships and practices. Continued use of our website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated disclosure.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our advertising practices or this disclosure, please contact us through our contact form. We are committed to maintaining transparency and addressing any concerns you may have about advertising content on our website.