Advertising Policy
Last updated: June 15, 2023
At WHCP.dev, we maintain a strict advertising policy to ensure transparency, trustworthiness, and the highest quality of content for our users. This page outlines how we handle advertising, sponsorships, and commercial relationships.
Our Advertising Principles
WHCP.dev is committed to the following principles regarding advertisements and sponsored content:
- Editorial Independence: Our reviews, comparisons, and recommendations are produced independently of commercial considerations. Advertisers cannot influence our ratings or editorial content.
- Clear Disclosure: All advertisements, sponsored content, and commercial relationships are clearly disclosed to our users.
- User Experience: Advertisements should not interfere with the user experience or mislead users in any way.
- Relevant Content: We only accept advertisements that are relevant to our audience and align with our mission of helping users find the best web hosting control panels.
- User Privacy: Advertisements must respect user privacy and comply with all applicable privacy laws and regulations.
Types of Advertisements
WHCP.dev may display the following types of advertisements:
Display Advertisements
Banner ads, sidebar ads, and other visual advertisements displayed on our website. These are clearly labeled as "Advertisement" or "Sponsored" and are visually distinct from our editorial content.
Sponsored Content
Articles, guides, or other content that is created in collaboration with or funded by a commercial partner. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as "Sponsored" at the beginning of the content.
Affiliate Links
Some links to control panel providers or web hosting services on our website are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links. These links do not affect our reviews or ratings, and all affiliate relationships are disclosed.
Featured Listings
Control panel providers may pay to have their products featured more prominently in certain sections of our website. These listings are always labeled as "Featured" or "Sponsored" and do not affect our objective ratings or reviews.
Advertising Standards
All advertisements displayed on WHCP.dev must meet the following standards:
- Honesty: Advertisements must not contain false or misleading claims.
- Transparency: The identity of the advertiser must be clear.
- Relevance: Advertisements must be relevant to web hosting, control panels, or related technology services.
- Quality: Advertisements must maintain a high standard of quality and not disrupt the user experience.
- Legality: Advertisements must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
We reserve the right to refuse or remove any advertisement that does not comply with these standards or that we believe may harm our users or reputation.
How We Maintain Editorial Integrity
WHCP.dev maintains a strict separation between our editorial and advertising operations:
- Independent Reviews: Our reviews and ratings are based solely on the merits of the products and services we evaluate, regardless of whether the provider is an advertiser.
- No Paid Reviews: We do not accept payment for reviews or for modifying our ratings.
- Clear Disclosure: Any commercial relationship that might be perceived as influencing our content is clearly disclosed.
- Editorial Firewall: Our editorial team operates independently from our commercial team, and advertisers cannot influence editorial decisions.
Advertiser Relationships
WHCP.dev may have commercial relationships with control panel providers, web hosting companies, and other service providers in the industry. These relationships may include:
- Direct advertising agreements
- Affiliate marketing partnerships
- Sponsored content collaborations
- Featured listing arrangements
All commercial relationships are disclosed in accordance with industry best practices and legal requirements, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines in the United States and similar regulations in other jurisdictions.
User Privacy and Ad Targeting
WHCP.dev respects user privacy in our advertising practices:
- We only collect and use data for advertising purposes as described in our Privacy Policy.
- We implement industry-standard measures to ensure that user data is protected.
- Users can manage their privacy preferences and opt out of certain types of targeted advertising by adjusting their cookie settings.
For more information about how we handle user data, please see our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
Advertising with Us
If you are interested in advertising on WHCP.dev, please contact our advertising team at advertising@whcp.dev. We offer various advertising opportunities tailored to the needs of control panel providers, web hosting companies, and related service providers.
Changes to this Policy
We may update our Advertising Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of WHCP.dev after changes to the Advertising Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Advertising Policy, please contact us at:
Email: advertising@whcp.dev