Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: November 11, 2025
At DesignLab, we believe in complete transparency about our advertising relationships and how we generate revenue. This disclosure explains any financial relationships we have with third parties and how they may influence the content and recommendations on our website.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We are committed to maintaining trust with our audience through honest disclosure of all advertising and affiliate relationships. This policy is designed to comply with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and international transparency standards. When we have financial relationships that could influence our content, we clearly disclose them.
Our primary goal is providing valuable information and services to help you make informed decisions about design solutions. While we may receive compensation through various channels, our recommendations are based on professional expertise and genuine assessment of value, not solely on potential earnings.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Program Participation
DesignLab participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links and make a purchase or sign up for services through those links. These affiliate relationships help support our business and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services.
Affiliate programs we may participate in include design tool providers, software services, hosting platforms, and other technology solutions relevant to our industry. When content includes affiliate links, we strive to clearly identify them.
Commission-Based Link Explanations
When you click an affiliate link and complete a qualifying action (such as making a purchase or signing up for a service), we receive a commission from the company. This commission comes at no additional cost to you and is paid by the service provider as a marketing expense.
Important: The price you pay is the same whether you use our affiliate link or access the service directly. Affiliate commissions do not increase your costs.
Product Recommendation Policies
Our product and service recommendations are based on:
- Professional experience and expertise in UX/UI design
- Direct testing and evaluation of tools and services
- Genuine assessment of value and relevance to our audience
- Consideration of features, pricing, and user experience
We only recommend products and services we believe provide genuine value. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not compromise our professional judgment or editorial integrity.
Financial Relationship Transparency
We are transparent about our financial relationships. When discussing products or services where we have an affiliate relationship, we disclose this clearly. Our professional reputation depends on providing honest, valuable information, and we take this responsibility seriously. We would rather lose potential commission than recommend something that doesn't genuinely benefit our audience.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content, which means we receive compensation from companies to create content about their products or services. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as such with disclosures like:
- • "Sponsored Post"
- • "Paid Partnership"
- • "In Partnership With [Brand]"
- • "Sponsored by [Company]"
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
Sponsored content is clearly distinguished from our regular editorial content through prominent placement of disclosure statements at the beginning of the content. We maintain editorial control over sponsored content to ensure it aligns with our quality standards and provides value to our audience. Sponsors may review content but do not dictate our editorial voice or compromise our professional standards.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into formal partnerships with brands or companies, we disclose these relationships prominently. Partnership arrangements may include various forms of compensation such as monetary payment, free products or services, or other benefits. These partnerships are formed with companies whose values align with ours and whose products or services we believe benefit our audience.
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Even in sponsored content, we maintain our commitment to authenticity:
- We only partner with brands we genuinely believe offer value
- Our professional opinions remain honest and balanced
- We highlight both strengths and limitations of products
- Editorial integrity is never compromised for compensation
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to serve advertisements on our website. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to display ads based on your browsing behavior and interests. Advertising networks we work with include reputable providers that adhere to industry standards for privacy and data protection.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements you see on our website may be targeted based on your browsing behavior across multiple websites. This is known as behavioral or interest-based advertising. These advertisements are delivered by third-party advertising companies that:
- • Collect information about your visits to this and other websites
- • Use cookies and similar tracking technologies
- • May combine information from multiple sources to build interest profiles
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks use cookies to track which advertisements you've seen and to measure ad performance. This information helps determine which ads to show you and helps advertisers understand the effectiveness of their campaigns. For detailed information about cookie usage, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
Personalized advertising uses information about your interests and online activity to show you ads that may be more relevant to you. We strive to balance personalization with privacy protection. You can control ad personalization through your cookie preferences on our website and through settings in your browser or device.
User Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management Options
You have control over the advertising you see. You can manage your ad preferences through various means including cookie settings on our website, browser privacy controls, device advertising settings, and industry opt-out tools. We respect your choices regarding advertising and will honor your preferences to the extent technically possible.
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences
- Use your browser's privacy settings to block third-party cookies
- Adjust advertising settings on your mobile device
- Contact us directly for assistance with advertising preferences
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 performance and to help deliver more relevant ads. The specific data collected varies by advertising network but typically includes information about which ads you viewed, clicked, or interacted with, along with general browsing behavior.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
You have rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes under various privacy regulations including GDPR and similar laws. These rights include the right to access information collected about you, request deletion of your data, object to processing for marketing purposes, and withdraw consent. For more information about your privacy rights, please see our Privacy Policy or contact us directly.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
If you have questions about our advertising disclosures, affiliate relationships, or sponsored content policies, we're happy to provide additional information.
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