Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: November 29, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Thundermoss, we believe in complete transparency about how we generate revenue through advertising and partnerships. This Advertising Disclosure explains the various ways we may earn income through our website and services, including affiliate relationships, sponsored content, and advertising networks.
We are committed to maintaining editorial integrity and ensuring that any commercial relationships do not compromise the quality or honesty of the information we provide. This disclosure is designed to help you understand when and how we may benefit financially from content or recommendations on our website.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Programs Participation
Thundermoss participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on products or services purchased through links on our website. Our affiliate partnerships include:
- • Game development tools and software platforms
- • Educational resources and training programs
- • Technology hardware and equipment suppliers
- • Digital asset marketplaces and creative resources
Commission-Based Link Explanations
When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. This commission-based arrangement works as follows:
- • The product or service price remains the same whether you use our link or go directly to the provider
- • We receive a small percentage of the sale as compensation for the referral
- • The commission is paid by the product or service provider, not by you
- • We only recommend products and services that we believe offer genuine value
Product Recommendation Policies
Our product recommendations are based on professional experience, research, and evaluation. While we may earn commissions from some recommendations, this does not influence our assessment of products or services. We maintain editorial independence and only recommend solutions we believe are valuable and relevant to game development professionals. If a product or service does not meet our standards, we will not recommend it regardless of potential commission rates.
Financial Relationship Transparency
We disclose affiliate relationships clearly and prominently. When content includes affiliate links, we label it appropriately with disclosures such as "affiliate link," "sponsored," or similar clear indicators. Our goal is to ensure you always know when a financial relationship exists that might benefit us from your actions.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content, paid reviews, or promotional materials created in partnership with companies or organizations. All sponsored content is clearly identified with disclosures such as:
- • "Sponsored Content," "Paid Partnership," or "Promotional Material" labels at the beginning of articles or posts
- • Clear disclaimers indicating the commercial nature of the relationship
- • Visual indicators that distinguish sponsored content from editorial content
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
Our sponsored post labeling practices meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. Each sponsored post includes prominent disclosure at the top of the content, uses clear and unambiguous language, and maintains visual consistency to help readers easily identify commercial content. We never disguise sponsored content as independent editorial material.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into partnerships with brands, companies, or organizations, we disclose these relationships appropriately. Brand partnerships may include sponsored content creation, co-marketing initiatives, event sponsorships, or other collaborative arrangements. All such partnerships are disclosed in accordance with applicable regulations and our commitment to transparency.
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Even when content is sponsored, we maintain full editorial control over what we publish. Sponsors may suggest topics or provide input, but we retain the right to present information objectively and honestly. We do not allow sponsors to dictate content or suppress negative information about their products or services. Our reputation and credibility are paramount, and we will not compromise editorial integrity for commercial gain.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks Used
Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These networks include:
- • Google AdSense and other major advertising platforms
- • Industry-specific advertising networks focused on technology and gaming
- • Programmatic advertising exchanges that serve contextually relevant ads
These third-party networks use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your interests and browsing behavior. We do not control the content of these advertisements or the practices of the advertising networks.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements on our website may be targeted to you based on your browsing history and behavior across multiple websites. This is known as behavioral or interest-based advertising. Third-party advertising networks collect data about your online activities to serve more relevant ads. You can learn more about behavioral advertising and opt-out options through industry self-regulatory programs.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:
- • Track ad impressions and clicks
- • Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- • Serve personalized advertisements based on your interests
- • Limit the number of times you see the same advertisement
For more information about cookies and how to control them, please see our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
Personalized advertising aims to show you ads that are more relevant to your interests. This personalization is based on factors such as your browsing history, demographic information, and inferred interests. While personalized ads can provide a better user experience, we respect your right to opt out of ad personalization through your browser settings or our cookie management tools.
User Rights and Controls
You have significant control over how advertising affects your experience on our website:
Ad Preference Management
Adjust your advertising preferences through browser settings, cookie controls, and advertising network opt-out tools
Opt-Out Procedures
Use industry opt-out tools, browser privacy settings, or third-party extensions to limit behavioral advertising
Data Collection for Advertising
Understand what data is collected, how it's used for advertising, and your options to limit data collection
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Exercise your rights to access, delete, or restrict processing of your data as provided by applicable privacy laws
Editorial Integrity and Independence
While we engage in various advertising and partnership relationships, we maintain strict editorial independence. Our content decisions are based on what provides value to our audience, not on commercial considerations. We do not allow advertisers or partners to influence our editorial judgment or suppress negative information.
When we recommend products, services, or resources, these recommendations are based on genuine professional assessment. If we have concerns about a product or service, we will express those concerns honestly, regardless of any financial relationship. Our credibility with our audience is our most valuable asset.
Regulatory Compliance
This Advertising Disclosure is designed to comply with advertising regulations and consumer protection laws, including guidelines from relevant regulatory bodies. We regularly review and update our disclosure practices to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving legal requirements and industry standards.
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. The date at the top of this page indicates when this disclosure was last updated. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our advertising relationships.
Questions About Advertising
If you have questions or concerns about our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, or this disclosure, please contact us:
Email: info@thundermoss.com
Phone: +6494807707
Address: 92 Queen Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand