Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: November 10, 2025
At PathForward Institute, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and financial relationships. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various partnerships and advertising arrangements.
Our Commitment: We are committed to providing honest, unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about your career transition. This disclosure is provided in compliance with relevant advertising regulations and our commitment to transparency.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Programs Participation
PathForward Institute participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links on our website and make purchases from partner companies. These affiliate relationships allow us to continue providing valuable content and services while keeping our core offerings accessible.
Our affiliate partners may include educational platforms, professional development tools, career assessment services, and other resources relevant to career transitions. We only partner with companies whose products and services we believe may genuinely benefit our users.
Commission-Based Link Explanations
When you see links to external products or services on our website, some of these may be affiliate links. Here's how they work:
- If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission
- The commission comes from the seller, not from you
- You typically pay the same price whether you use our link or not
- We clearly disclose when content contains affiliate links
- Your use of affiliate links is completely optional
Product Recommendation Policies
Our recommendations are based on our professional judgment and experience, not on potential commission earnings. When we recommend a product or service:
- We have evaluated it for quality and relevance to career transitions
- We believe it offers genuine value to our audience
- We disclose any affiliate relationship we have with the provider
- We provide balanced information to help you make informed decisions
- We will not recommend products solely for commission potential
Financial Relationship Transparency
We maintain complete transparency about our financial relationships. If we have a material financial relationship with a company whose products or services we discuss, we will clearly disclose this relationship at the time of mention. This includes affiliate commissions, referral fees, sponsorships, or any other compensation arrangements.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
From time to time, PathForward Institute may publish sponsored content or paid promotions. All sponsored content will be clearly identified as such with labels including "Sponsored," "Paid Promotion," "Advertisement," or similar disclosure language. Sponsored content is created in partnership with advertisers but maintains our editorial standards and commitment to quality.
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
We follow strict labeling policies for sponsored content:
- Sponsored posts are clearly marked at the beginning of the content
- The sponsoring company is identified by name
- Labels are prominent and easy to understand
- Sponsored content is visually distinguished from organic content
- We maintain editorial independence even in sponsored content
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into brand partnerships or ambassador relationships, we fully disclose these arrangements. Brand partnerships may involve compensation for promoting products, services, or initiatives that align with our mission of supporting career transitions. These partnerships do not compromise our commitment to providing honest, valuable information to our audience.
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Whether content is sponsored or not, we guarantee its authenticity and accuracy. We maintain editorial control over all content published on our website, including sponsored content. We do not allow sponsors to dictate our opinions, recommendations, or the substance of our content. Our professional judgment guides all content we create.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks Used
We may use third-party advertising networks to serve advertisements on our website. These networks may include Google AdSense, and other reputable advertising platforms. Third-party advertisers may display ads based on your interests, browsing history, or demographic information.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements on our website may use behavioral targeting, which means:
- Ads may be tailored based on your browsing behavior across websites
- Third-party networks may collect information about your visits to this and other websites
- This information is used to provide targeted advertisements
- We do not have access to or control over cookies or tracking technologies used by third-party advertisers
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information and serve relevant ads. For detailed information about cookie usage, including advertising cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie settings or your browser settings.
Ad Personalization Practices
We work with advertising partners who may personalize ads based on your interests and online activity. While we strive to show relevant ads that may be useful to you, we respect your privacy and provide options to control ad personalization. You can opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools or through your cookie preferences.
User Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management Options
You have several options to manage your advertising preferences:
- Adjust your cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page
- Use browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Opt out of personalized ads through industry tools
- Configure your device settings to limit ad tracking
- Use ad-blocking software (though this may affect website functionality)
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of targeted advertising:
- Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your preferences
- Disable advertising cookies through the cookie preference center
- For additional opt-out options, visit industry opt-out pages such as the Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance
- Note that opting out does not mean you will see fewer ads, but the ads may be less relevant to your interests
Data Collection for Advertising Purposes
When we or our advertising partners collect data for advertising purposes, we do so in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations. The data collected may include your IP address, device type, browser information, pages visited, and time spent on pages. This information is used to serve relevant advertisements and measure ad effectiveness. For more details, see our Privacy Policy.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under applicable privacy regulations, you may have rights including the right to access your data, correct inaccuracies, request deletion, object to processing, and withdraw consent. To exercise these rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes, please contact us or refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed instructions.
Regulatory Compliance
This disclosure is provided in compliance with advertising regulations and guidelines. We adhere to principles of transparency and honesty in all our advertising and marketing practices. While we may earn revenue through affiliate links and advertising, this does not influence our commitment to providing accurate, helpful information.
We believe that transparency builds trust. If you ever have questions about our advertising practices or specific partnerships, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're happy to provide additional information about any commercial relationships that may influence the content on our website.
Questions or Concerns: If you have questions about this Advertising Disclosure or our advertising practices, please contact us at info@fraxilgarden.com or through our contact page.