Advertising Disclosure

Transparency in Advertising

At SkyTech Academy, we believe in maintaining honest and transparent relationships with our students and website visitors. This Advertising Disclosure explains our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, and how we may receive compensation for certain recommendations or partnerships.

We are committed to providing honest educational content and course recommendations based on our professional expertise. When we have financial relationships that may influence our recommendations, we clearly disclose them to you.

This disclosure is provided in accordance with consumer protection regulations and Federal Trade Commission guidelines on transparency in advertising and endorsements.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Program Participation

SkyTech Academy participates in affiliate marketing programs with various cloud computing platforms and educational technology providers. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase or sign up for services, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

Our affiliate relationships may include, but are not limited to:

• • Cloud service provider platforms and their training resources
• • Technical learning platforms and educational content providers
• • Professional certification preparation materials
• • Technical books, courses, and supplementary learning resources

Commission-Based Recommendations

When we recommend products, services, or resources through affiliate links, we may earn a commission if you make a purchase. However, these financial arrangements do not influence our core educational recommendations. We only recommend resources that we believe will genuinely benefit our students' learning objectives.

All product and service recommendations are based on our professional experience and assessment of educational value. We test and evaluate resources before recommending them to ensure they meet our quality standards for cloud computing education.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain complete transparency about our financial relationships. When we have an affiliate or business relationship with a recommended service or product, we clearly indicate this in our content. Look for disclosures near affiliate links and in recommendations.

Our affiliate commissions help support the operation of SkyTech Academy, allowing us to continue providing quality educational content and maintaining our platform. However, we prioritize student success over commission earnings in all our recommendations.

Sponsored Content and Partnerships

Sponsored Content Identification

From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotional material on our website. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as such, using terms like "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement" to distinguish it from our regular educational content.

Sponsored content may include:

• • Articles or posts created in collaboration with technology companies
• • Product reviews or feature highlights provided by vendors
• • Webinars or educational events sponsored by industry partners
• • Promotional announcements for partner services or events

Editorial Independence

While we may receive compensation for sponsored content, we maintain editorial control over what we publish. All sponsored content must meet our quality standards and provide genuine value to our audience. We do not publish misleading or deceptive promotional material.

Our educational course content and teaching methodology remain independent of advertising relationships. Sponsored partnerships do not influence our curriculum design, course pricing, or instructor selection.

Content Authenticity

We are committed to authentic content creation. Even in sponsored partnerships, we provide honest assessments based on our professional expertise. If we have concerns about a sponsored product or service, we communicate them clearly rather than providing false endorsements.

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 behavior and interests. For detailed information about how these technologies work, please review our Cookie Policy.

Third-party advertising networks we may work with include:

• • Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
• • Technology-focused advertising networks specializing in B2B services
• • Professional development and educational advertising platforms

Behavioral Targeting

Some advertisements displayed on our website may be personalized based on your browsing history and interests. This is known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising. These advertisements are delivered by third-party networks that collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

You have choices regarding behavioral advertising. You can opt out of interest-based advertising through your browser settings or by visiting industry opt-out pages. Please note that opting out does not mean you will see fewer advertisements, but rather that the ads may be less relevant to your interests.

Advertising Policies

We strive to ensure that all advertisements displayed on our website are appropriate and relevant to our audience of IT professionals and cloud computing learners. However, we do not control the content of third-party advertisements. If you encounter inappropriate advertising, please contact us so we can address the issue with our advertising partners.

Your Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have several options for managing how advertisements are displayed to you:

• • Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page to control advertising cookies
• • Use browser settings to block or limit third-party cookies
• • Opt out of personalized advertising through advertising network preference centers
• • Install browser extensions that manage advertising and tracking

Data Collection for Advertising

Information collected through advertising cookies and technologies is governed by our Privacy Policy. This may include browsing behavior, page visits, and interaction with advertisements. Third-party advertising networks have their own privacy policies that govern their data collection practices.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

You have rights under applicable privacy laws regarding data collected for advertising purposes. These may include the right to access, correct, or delete your data, and the right to opt out of certain data processing activities. For more information about your privacy rights, please review our Privacy Policy or contact us directly.

Regulatory Compliance

SkyTech Academy complies with applicable advertising regulations and consumer protection laws, including guidelines established by the Federal Trade Commission regarding endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

We are committed to:

• • Clearly disclosing material connections with advertisers and partners
• • Providing honest and accurate representations in all advertising content
• • Avoiding deceptive or misleading advertising practices
• • Respecting consumer rights regarding advertising and data collection

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure periodically to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the date at the top of this page and may provide additional notice through our website.

We encourage you to review this disclosure regularly to stay informed about our advertising relationships and practices.