Advertising Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Quarter Code, we believe in maintaining transparent relationships with our visitors and clients. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising and promotional activities on our website.

We are committed to providing honest, accurate information about our arcade game development software solutions. Any financial relationships or promotional arrangements are disclosed in accordance with Federal Trade Commission guidelines and industry best practices.

1. Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

1.1 Affiliate Program Participation

Quarter Code may participate in affiliate marketing programs with hardware manufacturers, software vendors, and arcade equipment suppliers. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

These affiliate relationships help support our business and allow us to continue providing information about arcade software development solutions. Our affiliate partnerships include:

• Coin mechanism and payment hardware manufacturers
• Arcade cabinet and component suppliers
• Gaming industry software tools and services
• Technical equipment and development platforms

1.2 Commission-Based Recommendations

When we recommend products or services that we have affiliate relationships with, we may earn a commission on resulting purchases. These recommendations are based on our professional assessment of quality, compatibility with our software solutions, and value to arcade operators.

1.3 Editorial Independence

Our affiliate relationships do not influence our technical recommendations or the quality of our software development work. We maintain editorial independence in our content and only recommend products and services that we believe offer genuine value to arcade businesses.

1.4 Disclosure of Links

Links that may generate affiliate commissions are clearly disclosed where appropriate. We strive to be transparent about financial relationships while providing useful information about arcade industry products and services.

2. Sponsored Content and Brand Partnerships

2.1 Identification of Sponsored Content

From time to time, Quarter Code may publish sponsored content, paid articles, or promotional material from industry partners. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as such, with disclosure statements prominently displayed. Sponsored content may include:

• Product reviews or feature articles sponsored by manufacturers
• Industry news or updates underwritten by partners
• Case studies or success stories highlighting partner products
• Technical guides or tutorials featuring specific hardware or software

2.2 Content Authenticity

While we may receive compensation for sponsored content, we maintain control over the information presented and ensure it meets our quality standards. We only partner with companies and products that align with our values and serve the arcade industry professionally.

2.3 Brand Partnership Disclosures

Quarter Code may maintain ongoing partnerships with arcade equipment manufacturers, payment processing companies, and software vendors. These relationships may involve:

• Technical collaboration on product integration
• Co-marketing initiatives and joint promotions
• Referral arrangements for compatible products
• Industry research and development partnerships

2.4 Review and Endorsement Policies

Product reviews and endorsements on our website reflect our honest professional opinions based on actual use and testing. If we receive compensation or free products for review purposes, this relationship is clearly disclosed in the review content.

3. Third-Party Advertising and Display Networks

3.1 Advertising Networks

We may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks on our website. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior and interests. Common advertising networks we work with may include:

• Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
• Industry-specific advertising platforms
• Contextual advertising services

3.2 Behavioral Targeting

Third-party advertisers may use information about your visits to our website and other websites to provide advertisements about goods and services that may be of interest to you. This practice is known as behavioral advertising or interest-based advertising.

3.3 Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising partners use cookies to collect information about your browsing activities. For detailed information about how cookies are used on our website, including advertising cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.

3.4 Remarketing and Retargeting

We may use remarketing services to advertise our arcade software development solutions on third-party websites to visitors who have previously visited our site. These ads are displayed through advertising networks and are based on your past visits to our website.

4. Your Rights and Advertising Controls

4.1 Opt-Out Options

You have the right to control how advertising affects your browsing experience. You can:

• Adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies
• Use our cookie preference center to manage advertising cookies
• Opt out of interest-based advertising through industry opt-out tools
• Enable "Do Not Track" signals in your browser

4.2 Managing Ad Preferences

Most advertising networks provide tools to manage your ad preferences and opt out of personalized advertising. You can typically access these controls through the advertising network's privacy settings or through industry-wide opt-out platforms.

4.3 Data Collection for Advertising

When you interact with advertisements on our website, advertising partners may collect information about your visit. This information is used to measure ad effectiveness and deliver more relevant advertisements. For more information about data collection, see our Privacy Policy.

4.4 Privacy Rights Under Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising and data collection under privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or other applicable laws. These rights may include the ability to access, delete, or restrict the processing of your information for advertising purposes.

5. Federal Trade Commission Compliance

Quarter Code complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines regarding endorsements, testimonials, and advertising disclosures. We make reasonable efforts to ensure that:

• Material connections between our company and advertisers are clearly disclosed
• Advertising content is clearly distinguishable from editorial content
• Endorsements and testimonials reflect honest opinions and actual experiences
• Claims about products or services can be substantiated

If you believe any content on our website does not meet these standards or lacks proper disclosure, please contact us so we can address the issue promptly.

6. Changes to This Advertising Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure periodically to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to review this disclosure regularly to stay informed about how we use advertising on our website.