Advertising Disclosure
Transparency and Disclosure Commitment
At AgileWorks, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising relationships and revenue sources. This disclosure page provides comprehensive information about how we may earn revenue through partnerships, affiliate relationships, and advertising arrangements while maintaining our commitment to providing unbiased, valuable project management training.
We are committed to ethical business practices and full compliance with applicable advertising regulations, including FTC guidelines where relevant, to ensure our audience can make informed decisions about our recommendations and services.
Affiliate Relationships and Commission Disclosures
Affiliate Program Participation
Training Platform Partnerships: AgileWorks may participate in affiliate programs with online learning platforms, certification bodies, and educational technology providers. When you purchase courses or services through our affiliate links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Book and Resource Recommendations: We may earn affiliate commissions from recommended project management books, software tools, and educational resources that complement our training programs. These partnerships help support our educational content creation.
Professional Certification Partnerships: We maintain affiliate relationships with certification organizations such as PMI (Project Management Institute) and Scrum Alliance, earning referral fees when students pursue external certifications.
Commission Structure and Financial Transparency
Standard Commission Rates
- Training platform referrals: 5-15% of purchase
- Book and resource sales: 3-8% commission
- Software tool subscriptions: $10-50 per referral
- Certification exam fees: 2-5% of exam cost
Revenue Usage
- Course development and improvement
- Educational content creation
- Technology platform maintenance
- Instructor training and certification
Product Recommendation Policies
Editorial Independence: Our course recommendations and training advice are based on educational value and student success, not commission potential. We only recommend resources that align with our teaching methodology and have proven value for project management professionals.
Testing and Evaluation: Before recommending any affiliate products or services, our instructors personally evaluate them to ensure they meet our quality standards and complement our training programs effectively.
Alternative Options: We always provide multiple options for students, including free and low-cost alternatives to any recommended paid resources or tools.
Financial Relationship Transparency
All affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed at the point of recommendation through prominent disclosure statements. We maintain detailed records of all affiliate partnerships and commission structures, available for review upon request. Our goal is to ensure complete transparency while providing valuable resources that enhance your project management learning experience.
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
Content Identification Standards
All sponsored content, paid promotions, and brand partnerships are clearly identified with prominent disclosure labels such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement" to ensure complete transparency for our audience.
Sponsored Content Types
- Guest instructor sessions featuring industry experts
- Technology demonstrations and software tutorials
- Case study presentations from corporate partners
- Industry trend analysis and market insights
- Professional certification pathway guidance
Labeling Practices
- Clear "Sponsored" tags on paid content
- Disclosure statements at content beginning
- Prominent visual indicators for paid promotions
- Transparent attribution to sponsoring partners
Brand Partnership Policies
- Partnerships only with relevant industry leaders
- Maintained editorial control over all content
- No compromise on educational quality standards
- Student benefit prioritized over commercial interests
Content Quality Assurance
- All sponsored content reviewed by education team
- Alignment with curriculum and learning objectives
- Factual accuracy verification process
- Student feedback integration and monitoring
Content Authenticity Guarantee
We guarantee that all sponsored content maintains our educational standards and provides genuine value to our students. Our instructors have final approval on all sponsored materials to ensure they align with our teaching philosophy and contribute meaningfully to your project management education.
Third-Party Advertising Networks and Policies
Display Advertising Networks
Google AdSense Integration: We utilize Google AdSense to display relevant advertisements on our website. These ads are automatically generated based on page content and user interests, with revenue supporting our educational mission.
Professional Network Partnerships: We work with specialized advertising networks focused on professional development and business education to ensure ad relevance and quality for our audience.
Content Filtering: All advertising networks are configured with strict content filters to prevent inappropriate or irrelevant advertisements from appearing on our educational platform.
Behavioral Targeting and Data Usage
Data Collection for Advertising
- Website browsing behavior and page views
- Course interest categories and preferences
- Geographic location for relevant local offerings
- Device and browser information for optimization
Cookie Usage for Advertising
- Google Analytics for traffic analysis
- AdSense cookies for relevant ad serving
- Remarketing pixels for course promotion
- Conversion tracking for advertising effectiveness
Ad Personalization Practices
Interest-Based Advertising: We use collected data to show you advertisements more relevant to your professional development interests, including project management tools, certification programs, and career advancement resources.
Cross-Platform Tracking: Our advertising partners may track your activity across different websites and platforms to build comprehensive interest profiles for more targeted advertising delivery.
Lookalike Audience Creation: Advertising platforms may use our visitor data to create lookalike audiences for reaching similar professionals interested in project management training.
User Rights and Advertising Controls
Ad Preference Management
- Cookie consent management through our platform
- Google Ad Settings customization options
- Interest category selection and removal
- Personalized advertising opt-out choices
Opt-Out Procedures
- Browser-based cookie blocking settings
- Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tools
- Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
- Email marketing unsubscribe options
Data Rights Under GDPR
- Right to access advertising data collected
- Right to rectify incorrect information
- Right to erase personal advertising data
- Right to restrict advertising data processing
Advertising Complaint Process
- Direct contact for inappropriate ad reports
- Formal complaint submission process
- Third-party advertising network reporting
- Regulatory authority escalation options
Important Notice
While we strive to maintain control over advertising content, third-party advertisements may appear that we do not directly endorse. We encourage users to evaluate all products and services independently and report any concerns about inappropriate advertising content.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
We believe in complete transparency about our advertising relationships and revenue sources. If you have questions or concerns about our advertising practices, please contact us.