Advertising Disclosure

Affiliate Program Participation

Pleiku Terroir may participate in affiliate programs with select partners in the coffee industry. These programs allow us to earn commissions when visitors take certain actions through links on our website. However, we want to be clear about our approach:

• We only affiliate with companies and services we have personally vetted and believe provide genuine value
• Our recommendations are based on professional experience, not commission rates
• We maintain editorial independence regardless of affiliate relationships
• Affiliate links are clearly disclosed when present

Commission-Based Link Explanations

When you click on certain links on our website and subsequently make a purchase or engage a service, we may receive a commission from the merchant. This commission comes at no additional cost to you and does not affect the price you pay. The purpose of these affiliate relationships is to support the operation and maintenance of our website while providing you with valuable resources and connections in the coffee industry.

Product Recommendation Policies

Our product and service recommendations follow strict guidelines:

• We recommend only products or services we have direct experience with or thoroughly researched
• All recommendations are based on quality, reliability, and relevance to coffee sourcing
• We clearly distinguish between personal experience and general industry knowledge
• We update recommendations as our experience and industry conditions evolve

Financial Relationship Transparency

We disclose all material financial relationships that could reasonably be perceived as influencing our content or recommendations. This includes direct financial compensation, affiliate commissions, revenue-sharing arrangements, and any other form of compensation received from partners, suppliers, or service providers mentioned on our website.

Identification of Paid Content

Any content that has been paid for by a third party will be clearly identified as sponsored, promoted, or paid content. We maintain editorial standards for sponsored content and ensure it provides genuine value to our audience. Sponsored content is subject to the same quality standards as our organic content and must be relevant to coffee sourcing and our audience's interests.

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

When we publish sponsored content, we clearly label it using one or more of the following disclosures:

• "Sponsored Content" or "Sponsored Post" clearly visible at the top of the content
• "Paid Partnership with [Partner Name]" when applicable
• "Advertisement" or "Promoted Content" for advertising materials
• Clear disclosure within the content explaining the sponsorship relationship

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may enter into partnerships with brands, suppliers, cooperatives, or other businesses in the coffee industry. These partnerships are selected based on alignment with our values and the value they provide to our clients. All partnership arrangements are disclosed transparently, and we maintain editorial independence in how we discuss and recommend partner services or products.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Regardless of sponsorship status, all content published on our website reflects our genuine professional opinion and expertise. We do not allow sponsors to dictate editorial content, and we reserve the right to refuse sponsorship arrangements that conflict with our values or compromise our editorial integrity. Our reputation in the coffee industry depends on the accuracy and authenticity of our information.

Display Advertising Networks Used

We may use third-party advertising networks to serve advertisements on our website. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide relevant advertisements about goods and services. The advertising you see may be based on your browsing behavior and interests.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertisers may use behavioral targeting techniques to display advertisements based on your browsing history and interests. This involves collecting data about your website visits over time to predict your preferences. You have the right to opt out of behavioral advertising through your browser settings or industry opt-out mechanisms. See our Cookie Policy for more information on managing these preferences.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising partners may use cookies to track ad impressions, clicks, and conversions. These cookies help measure advertising effectiveness and deliver more relevant advertisements. For detailed information about the types of cookies we use and how to manage them, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

We work with advertising partners who may personalize advertisements based on:

• Your browsing behavior on our website and across the internet
• Demographic information and inferred interests
• Geographic location and device information
• Previous interactions with advertisements and content

Ad Preference Management Options

You have control over the types of advertisements you see and the data collected for advertising purposes. Many advertising networks provide opt-out mechanisms and preference centers where you can manage your choices. You can also use browser settings to block third-party cookies or adjust privacy settings on your device.

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising and tracking:

• Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences
• Adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies
• Use industry opt-out tools provided by advertising associations
• Enable "Do Not Track" or similar privacy features in your browser

Data Collection for Advertising Purposes

Data collected for advertising purposes may include browsing behavior, device information, geographic location, and inferred interests. This data is used to serve relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness. For comprehensive information about data collection and usage, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes under regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy laws. These rights may include access to your data, deletion requests, and objection to certain processing activities. Contact us to exercise these rights or for questions about how your data is used in advertising.