Advertising Disclosure
Basilwind is committed to transparency in all our business relationships. This disclosure explains our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, and how we may be compensated for recommendations or partnerships.
Last updated: December 2, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
We believe in honest, transparent communication with our clients and website visitors.
This page provides complete disclosure of any financial relationships, affiliate programs, sponsored content, or advertising arrangements that may influence the content on our website or the recommendations we make. We maintain editorial independence and only partner with companies and services we genuinely believe add value to our clients.
Our disclosures comply with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and applicable advertising standards. When we receive compensation for recommendations or partnerships, we will clearly disclose this relationship.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
What Are Affiliate Relationships?
An affiliate relationship exists when we receive compensation for referring clients or visitors to another company's products or services. This compensation may come in the form of commissions, referral fees, or other financial arrangements.
Our Affiliate Disclosure
Game Development Tools and Platforms: We may participate in affiliate programs for game engines, development tools, asset marketplaces, or hosting services that we recommend to clients. When you purchase through our affiliate links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Development Partner Referrals: When we coordinate partnerships with Polish, Ukrainian, or other Eastern European development studios, we may receive referral fees or revenue-sharing arrangements. These relationships are established based on the quality of service these partners provide, not solely on financial terms.
Service Recommendations: We may earn commissions when recommending third-party services such as cloud infrastructure, analytics platforms, or other business tools relevant to game development projects.
How We Choose Affiliates
Our affiliate relationships are based on genuine value and experience. We only recommend products, services, or partners that:
- • We have personally used or thoroughly evaluated
- • Meet professional standards appropriate for game development
- • Provide genuine value to our clients or visitors
- • Align with our commitment to quality and professionalism
Financial compensation never determines our recommendations. We maintain editorial independence and will provide honest assessments regardless of affiliate arrangements.
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
Identification of Sponsored Content
Any content, articles, or materials that are sponsored or paid for by third parties will be clearly labeled with one of the following disclosures:
"Sponsored"
"Paid Partnership"
"Advertisement"
"Promoted Content"
Our Sponsored Content Policy
Editorial Independence: While we may accept sponsored content or paid promotions, we maintain full editorial control over what appears on our website. We reserve the right to decline any sponsorship that doesn't align with our values or serve our audience's interests.
Clear Labeling: All sponsored content will be clearly and conspicuously labeled at the beginning of the content, making it immediately apparent to readers that the material is sponsored or promoted.
Honest Reviews: If we receive compensation to review a product or service, we will disclose this relationship and provide honest, balanced assessments based on our actual experience and professional judgment.
Brand Partnerships
We may enter into brand partnerships with game development tool providers, technology companies, or industry organizations. These partnerships may involve financial compensation, product access, or promotional arrangements. Any such partnerships will be disclosed when relevant to content or recommendations.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising
Our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These advertisements are clearly distinguishable from our regular content and are typically labeled as "Advertisement" or "Sponsored."
Advertising Networks We Use
We may work with the following types of advertising services:
Google AdSense / Google Ads
Display advertising network that may show contextually relevant ads based on website content and visitor interests. Subject to Google's advertising policies and user controls.
Industry-Specific Ad Networks
Advertising networks specializing in game development, technology, or software industries that deliver relevant advertisements to our professional audience.
Behavioral Targeting and Personalization
Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- • Deliver advertisements relevant to your interests
- • Measure advertising effectiveness and engagement
- • Provide aggregated reporting to advertisers
- • Prevent fraud and ensure ad quality
You can control behavioral advertising through your browser settings and by managing your advertising preferences. See our Cookie Policy for more information.
We Do Not Control Third-Party Ads
While we work with reputable advertising networks, we do not have direct control over which specific advertisements appear on our website. Advertisements are selected automatically based on various factors including content relevance, user interests, and advertiser bids. We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
Ad Preference Management
You have control over the advertising you see and the data used for advertising purposes:
Cookie Controls
Manage your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page, where you can enable or disable advertising cookies and tracking.
Browser Settings
Configure your browser to block third-party cookies, use private browsing mode, or install ad-blocking extensions.
Ad Network Opt-Out
Visit advertising network settings (such as Google Ads Settings) to manage personalized advertising preferences directly with ad providers.
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- 1. Visit our Cookie Policy page to adjust your cookie preferences
- 2. Use industry opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
- 3. Enable "Do Not Track" settings in your browser
- 4. Contact us directly to request removal from marketing lists
Note: Opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you won't see ads; it means the ads will be less relevant to your interests.
Data Collection for Advertising
Information collected for advertising purposes may include your browsing behavior, device information, location data, and interaction with advertisements. This data is used to deliver more relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. For detailed information about data collection and your privacy rights, please review our Privacy Policy.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations, you have rights regarding data used for advertising, including the right to access, delete, or restrict the use of your personal information. See our Privacy Policy for information on how to exercise these rights.
FTC Compliance Statement
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising (16 CFR Part 255).
We are required to disclose any material connection between us and the products, services, or brands we mention or recommend. A material connection exists when we receive compensation, free products, or other benefits in exchange for our endorsement or recommendation.
All affiliate relationships, sponsored content, and advertising arrangements are disclosed clearly and conspicuously to ensure full transparency with our audience.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, new partnerships, or regulatory 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.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
If you have questions about our advertising disclosure, affiliate relationships, or want to report concerns about advertising content:
Basilwind
Marszałkowska 142, 00-061 Warszawa, Poland
Email: info@basilwind.com
Phone: +48730285283
We take advertising transparency seriously and will respond to your inquiries promptly.