Advertising Disclosure
At Retro Dynamics, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising and affiliate relationships. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising partnerships while maintaining our commitment to honest recommendations and authentic content.
Our primary goal is to provide valuable information about game development. When we include affiliate links or sponsored content, we do so with integrity and always disclose these relationships clearly.
Purpose and Commitment
This Advertising Disclosure is provided in accordance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and applicable consumer protection laws. We are committed to:
- Full transparency about all financial relationships that may influence our content
- Clear disclosure of affiliate links and sponsored content
- Honest recommendations based on genuine assessment
- Maintaining editorial independence in all content creation
Our Promise
We only recommend products, services, and tools that we believe will genuinely benefit our audience. Financial compensation never influences the integrity of our content or recommendations.
Affiliate Relationships
What Are Affiliate Programs?
Retro Dynamics may participate in various affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Types of Affiliate Partnerships
We may have affiliate relationships with:
- Game Development Tools: Software, engines, and platforms used in game creation
- Educational Resources: Courses, tutorials, and learning materials for game developers
- Technology Services: Hosting, analytics, and technical services relevant to game development
- Related Products: Hardware, accessories, and other products that may benefit game developers
How Affiliate Links Work
When we include an affiliate link in our content:
- 1. The link contains a unique tracking code that identifies it as coming from our website
- 2. If you click the link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission
- 3. The price you pay remains the same - affiliate commissions don't increase your cost
- 4. We may receive compensation in various forms: percentage of sale, fixed fee, or performance-based rewards
Our Recommendation Policy
We only recommend products and services we believe in. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence whether we recommend something. We recommend products based on their merit, quality, and relevance to our audience's needs.
Financial Transparency
Commission rates vary by affiliate program and product type. These relationships help support our website and allow us to continue providing free content and resources to the game development community.
Sponsored Content
What Is Sponsored Content?
Sponsored content refers to articles, posts, or other materials that we create in partnership with brands or companies who provide compensation for featuring their products or services.
Identification of Sponsored Content
We clearly label all sponsored content with disclosures such as:
- • "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content" at the beginning of articles
- • "In Partnership With [Brand Name]" disclosures
- • "Paid Promotion" labels on applicable content
- • Clear visual indicators distinguishing sponsored from organic content
Our Sponsored Content Standards
When creating sponsored content:
- We maintain full editorial control and creative freedom
- We only partner with brands whose values align with ours
- Content must provide genuine value to our audience
- We provide honest opinions and authentic experiences
Brand Partnerships
We may enter into partnerships with game development tool providers, platform vendors, or service companies. These partnerships may involve monetary compensation, free access to tools or services, or other forms of consideration. All such relationships are disclosed when relevant to the content.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Sponsored content on our website reflects our genuine assessment. We decline sponsorship opportunities that would require us to make claims we don't believe in or promote products we wouldn't recommend to colleagues.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks include but are not limited to:
- • Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
- • Display advertising partners specializing in technology and gaming sectors
- • Programmatic advertising platforms
Behavioral Targeting and Personalization
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Track your browsing behavior across websites
- Deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Optimize ad delivery and placement
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising partners use cookies to:
- • Remember that you've visited our website
- • Show you relevant ads on other websites you visit
- • Limit the number of times you see the same advertisement
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
We work with advertising partners who may use demographic information, browsing history, and other data points to personalize the advertisements you see. This helps ensure you see ads that are more relevant to your interests.
User Rights and Controls
Managing Your Ad Preferences
You have several options to control the advertisements you see:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent
- Ad Blockers: You can use browser extensions or software to block advertisements
- Cookie Management: Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences
- Industry Opt-Out Tools: Use tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- 1. Visit our Cookie Policy page and adjust your advertising preferences
- 2. Use Google's Ads Settings to control ads from Google
- 3. Configure your browser's Do Not Track settings
- 4. Contact us directly if you need assistance with ad preferences
Data Collection for Advertising
When you opt out of personalized advertising, you may still see advertisements, but they will not be tailored to your interests. Advertisers may still collect some data for frequency capping and aggregated reporting purposes.
Your Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under various privacy regulations (including GDPR and CCPA), you have rights regarding your personal data used for advertising purposes:
- • Right to access information about data collection
- • Right to request deletion of your data
- • Right to opt out of sale of personal information
- • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
Questions and Contact
If you have questions about our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, or this disclosure, please contact us through our Contact page.
Transparency Commitment
We are always happy to answer questions about our advertising relationships and practices. Our commitment to transparency means we'll provide clear, honest answers about how we generate revenue.
Last Updated: November 2025