Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: November 15, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Future Play, we believe in complete transparency about our business relationships and advertising practices. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various partnerships and advertising arrangements, and how these relationships might influence the content we create and share.
We are committed to providing honest, unbiased information and clearly disclosing any financial relationships that could affect our recommendations or content. Your trust is important to us, and we take our disclosure obligations seriously.
Affiliate Relationships
What Are Affiliate Relationships?
Affiliate marketing is a common practice where businesses compensate publishers for promoting their products or services. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or take a specific action, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you.
These arrangements help support our operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services. However, they do not influence our editorial integrity or the quality of information we provide.
Our Participation in Affiliate Programs
Future Play may participate in affiliate programs related to:
Technology Products
Software, hardware, and tools used in arcade game development and emerging technologies
Development Services
Platforms, hosting services, and development tools that support game innovation
Educational Resources
Courses, books, and training materials relevant to arcade game development
Industry Services
Professional services and consultations that complement our offerings
How Affiliate Links Work
When you click on an affiliate link, a tracking cookie may be placed on your device
If you make a purchase or complete a qualifying action, the merchant tracks it through the cookie
We receive a commission from the merchant, typically a percentage of the sale or a fixed fee
You pay the same price as you would without using our affiliate link
Our Promise to You
- • We only promote products and services we genuinely believe have value
- • Our opinions and recommendations remain independent and unbiased
- • Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial decisions
- • We clearly disclose when content contains affiliate links
- • We evaluate products based on quality, relevance, and user benefit
- • We do not accept payment to alter our honest opinions
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
What Is Sponsored Content?
Sponsored content is material that is created in partnership with or paid for by an advertiser. This may include articles, videos, case studies, or other content that features a brand, product, or service.
When we publish sponsored content, we always clearly label it as such. Common labels include "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," "Advertorial," or similar designations to ensure transparency.
Our Sponsored Content Guidelines
Clear Labeling
All sponsored content is prominently labeled at the beginning of the piece to ensure readers immediately understand the nature of the content.
Editorial Control
While sponsors may suggest topics or themes, we maintain editorial control over the content to ensure it meets our quality standards and provides value to our audience.
Relevance Requirement
We only accept sponsored content that is relevant to our audience and aligns with our focus on arcade game innovation and development.
Honest Representation
Sponsored content must accurately represent the featured product or service and not contain misleading information.
Brand Partnerships
We may form ongoing partnerships with brands that align with our mission and values. These partnerships might involve:
- • Co-creation of educational content or resources
- • Event sponsorships or workshop collaborations
- • Technology demonstrations or case studies
- • Research initiatives or innovation projects
All such partnerships are disclosed transparently, and our editorial independence is maintained in all content we produce.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising
Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to:
- • Deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing history
- • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- • Limit the number of times you see the same advertisement
- • Understand which advertisements lead to conversions
Ad Personalization Practices
Third-party advertisers may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites to provide targeted advertising. This process, known as interest-based or behavioral advertising, is subject to industry self-regulatory principles.
Your Choices
You have choices regarding personalized advertising:
- • Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page
- • Use browser settings to block or limit cookies
- • Opt out of interest-based advertising through industry opt-out tools
- • Use browser privacy features or extensions
Advertising Network Policies
We work with reputable advertising networks that adhere to industry standards and best practices. However, we do not control the content of advertisements or the privacy practices of third-party advertisers.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any advertiser whose ads you interact with to understand their data collection and usage practices.
Your Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management
You have the right to control how advertising technologies are used on your device:
Cookie Settings
Manage your cookie preferences through our dedicated Cookie Policy page where you can enable or disable specific types of cookies.
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites.
Opt-Out Tools
Industry organizations provide opt-out mechanisms for interest-based advertising across multiple networks and platforms.
Privacy Settings
Review and adjust privacy settings on your devices and in your browser to limit tracking and data collection.
Opt-Out Procedures
If you wish to opt out of personalized advertising:
• Visit our Cookie Policy page to adjust your cookie preferences
• Configure your browser to block third-party cookies
• Use the "Do Not Track" feature if available in your browser
• Contact us directly if you have questions about opting out
Data Collection for Advertising
When you interact with advertisements on our website, advertisers may collect:
- • Information about which ads you viewed or clicked
- • Time and date of your interactions
- • Your general geographic location
- • Device and browser information
- • Referring website or search terms
This information is typically collected through cookies and similar technologies. Review our Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy for more details about data collection practices.
FTC Compliance
Future Play complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning endorsements, testimonials, and advertising disclosures. We adhere to the following principles:
• All material connections between us and advertisers are disclosed
• Endorsements reflect our honest opinions and experiences
• Claims about products or services are substantiated
• Sponsored content is clearly and conspicuously labeled
• We maintain transparency about compensation arrangements
Our commitment to FTC compliance ensures that you receive honest, transparent information about our advertising relationships and can make informed decisions.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Regardless of any advertising or affiliate relationships, we are committed to maintaining the integrity and authenticity of our content:
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this advertising disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising relationships and maintain transparency with our audience.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
If you have questions or concerns about our advertising disclosure or would like more information about specific partnerships, please reach out:
Future Play
8562 Innovation Boulevard
Research Triangle, Durham, NC 27701
Email: info@futu-re-play.com
Phone: +1 (919) 748-3625