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Affiliate Program Participation

We may participate in affiliate marketing programs related to game development tools, software, and services. 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 website operations and content creation.

Affiliate links may be present in content discussing development tools, software recommendations, or third-party services that complement arcade game development. We only recommend products and services that we believe have genuine value for our audience.

Commission-Based Links

When we include affiliate links, we may earn a small percentage of the purchase price if you decide to buy through those links. This compensation structure allows us to maintain our website and create helpful content about arcade game development while recommending tools that genuinely support developers.

Product Recommendation Policy

Our product recommendations are based on professional evaluation and relevance to arcade game development. Whether or not an affiliate relationship exists, we focus on providing honest information about tools and services that may benefit developers. Commission potential does not determine what we feature or recommend on our website.

Financial Relationship Disclosure

We disclose affiliate relationships in accordance with FTC guidelines and industry best practices. When content contains affiliate links, we make reasonable efforts to identify those relationships clearly. Your trust is important to us, and we want you to know when financial arrangements may be present.

Sponsored Post Guidelines

Occasionally, we may create sponsored content in partnership with companies relevant to arcade game development. Sponsored posts are clearly labeled as such and represent paid promotional content. These partnerships allow us to continue providing free resources while giving exposure to products and services that may interest our audience.

Even in sponsored content, we maintain editorial standards and only partner with companies whose offerings align with our audience's interests. Sponsored posts must meet our quality standards and provide genuine value, regardless of commercial arrangements.

Brand Partnership Disclosure

When we enter into brand partnerships or sponsored arrangements, we clearly identify that relationship within the content. You'll see transparent disclosures indicating when content is sponsored, when we've received compensation for coverage, or when we have ongoing relationships with featured companies.

Content Authenticity

Our commitment to authenticity extends to all content, including sponsored material. We maintain control over what we publish and ensure that sponsored content reflects our professional standards. Companies cannot buy positive coverage, and we reserve the right to decline sponsorships that don't align with our values or audience needs.

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