Advertising Disclosure
Transparency in our advertising relationships and business partnerships
Effective Date: August 2, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At CodeLanka Academy, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and business relationships. This disclosure provides clear information about how we handle affiliate partnerships, sponsored content, and third-party advertising on our platform.
Our commitment to transparency ensures that you understand the nature of our business relationships and can make informed decisions about our educational services. We maintain the highest standards of integrity in all our communications and partnerships.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
Disclosure of Affiliate Programs
CodeLanka Academy participates in select affiliate programs to help support our educational mission:
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Technology Tool Partnerships: We may receive commissions when students purchase recommended development tools, software licenses, or educational resources through our affiliate links
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Educational Content: Affiliate relationships with publishers of programming books, online courses, and technical documentation that supplement our curriculum
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Hosting and Infrastructure: Partnerships with cloud providers and hosting services that we recommend for student projects and portfolio development
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Certification Programs: Affiliate relationships with technology companies offering industry certifications relevant to our curriculum
Commission-Based Link Explanations
Understanding how affiliate commissions work:
- Clearly marked affiliate links with appropriate disclosure language
- Commission rates typically range from 3-15% of purchase value
- No additional cost to students - prices remain the same
- Commissions support our educational programs and platform development
- Editorial independence maintained in all product recommendations
- Transparent identification of all affiliate relationships
Product Recommendation Policies
Our approach to recommending products and services:
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Quality First: We only recommend products and services we have personally tested and believe will benefit our students' learning experience
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Educational Value: All recommendations are evaluated based on their educational merit and relevance to full-stack development
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Student Feedback: We consider feedback from current and former students when evaluating partnerships and recommendations
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No Bias: Affiliate relationships do not influence our curriculum design, course content, or educational standards
Financial Relationship Transparency
How we maintain transparency about financial relationships:
Disclosure Standards
All affiliate links and sponsored content are clearly marked with appropriate disclosure language such as "Affiliate Link," "Sponsored," or "Partner Link."
Revenue Usage
Affiliate income is reinvested into course development, platform improvements, and providing scholarships for deserving students.
Alternative Options
We always provide non-affiliate alternatives and free options when recommending paid tools or services.
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
Identification of Paid Content
Our standards for sponsored content and paid promotions:
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Clear Labeling: All sponsored content is clearly marked with "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement" labels at the beginning of the content
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Editorial Control: We maintain full editorial control over sponsored content to ensure it meets our educational standards and provides value to students
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Selective Partnerships: We only accept sponsorships from companies and products that align with our educational mission and student interests
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Honest Reviews: Sponsored content includes honest assessments, including potential limitations or drawbacks of sponsored products or services
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
How we ensure transparency in sponsored content:
Brand Partnership Disclosures
Information about our brand partnerships:
- Long-term partnerships with technology companies for student benefits
- Partnerships that provide free or discounted tools for students
- Educational partnerships with industry leaders for curriculum enhancement
- Job placement partnerships with hiring companies (no financial exchange)
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Our commitment to authentic and valuable content:
Educational Focus
All sponsored content must provide genuine educational value and be relevant to full-stack development learning.
Honest Assessment
We provide honest, unbiased reviews even in sponsored content, including both strengths and limitations.
Student-First Approach
Student interests and learning outcomes always take priority over commercial relationships.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising Networks
Information about third-party advertising on our platform:
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Limited Display Advertising: We use minimal third-party advertising networks to support our educational mission while maintaining a clean learning environment
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Content Filtering: All advertising content is filtered to ensure relevance to technology, education, and professional development
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Quality Standards: We maintain strict quality standards for third-party advertisements to protect our students' experience
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Prohibited Content: We block advertisements for inappropriate content, misleading claims, or low-quality educational programs
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
How advertising networks may target ads to you:
- Browsing behavior and page visit patterns
- Search terms and interests in technology topics
- General geographic location for relevant content
- Device type and technical specifications
- Time of day and engagement patterns
- Educational and professional interests
Cookie Usage for Advertising
How cookies support advertising functionality:
- Advertising cookies track ad performance and user engagement
- Analytics cookies help optimize ad placement and relevance
- Preference cookies remember your advertising choices
- You can disable advertising cookies through our cookie preferences
Ad Personalization Practices
How we approach advertising personalization:
Relevant Content
Personalized ads focus on technology tools, educational resources, and career development opportunities.
Privacy Respect
Personalization respects your privacy choices and follows your cookie consent preferences.
User Control
You can opt out of personalized advertising through browser settings or our preference center.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
You have several options for controlling advertising on our platform:
Ad Preference Management
- Access our cookie preference center to control advertising cookies
- Opt out of personalized advertising while maintaining functionality
- Use browser settings to block or limit advertising cookies
Opt-Out Procedures
- Industry opt-out tools like NAI (Network Advertising Initiative)
- Ad blocker software for complete advertising control
- Contact us directly for advertising-related concerns
Updates and Contact Information
This Advertising Disclosure is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect changes in our advertising practices and partnerships. We will notify users of material changes through our website and communication channels.
If you have questions about our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, or would like to report a concern about advertising content, please contact us using the information provided on our contact page.