Advertising Disclosure & Transparency

How We Display Ads

AstroOrigins displays advertisements to support our free content and services. All advertisements on our site are:

• Clearly labeled as "Advertisement" or "Sponsored Content"
• Separate from editorial content to avoid confusion
• Subject to review to ensure they meet our quality standards
• Non-intrusive to maintain a positive user experience

Types of Advertising

1. Affiliate Marketing

We participate in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on certain links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate partners include:

• ClickBank marketplace vendors
• Spiritual and wellness product providers
• Astrology and metaphysical service providers

2. Display Advertising

We show display advertisements in designated ad spaces throughout our site. These may include:

• Banner advertisements
• Sidebar promotions
• Native content recommendations

3. Sponsored Content

Occasionally, we may publish sponsored articles or content. All sponsored content is clearly marked and maintains our editorial standards.

Ad Targeting & Your Privacy

We respect your privacy and are transparent about how ads may be targeted:

• Contextual targeting: Ads are matched to page content, not personal data
• No personal data selling: We never sell your personal information to advertisers
• Cookie usage: We use cookies for basic analytics, not for cross-site tracking
• Opt-out options: You can manage cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy

Advertiser Identity

Each advertisement includes an "Ad Info" button that provides:

• Information about the advertiser or affiliate partner
• Why you're seeing the particular ad
• How the ad was selected for display
• Options to learn more or provide feedback

Quality Standards

All advertisements must meet our standards:

• Truthful and not misleading
• Appropriate for all audiences
• Relevant to our content themes
• Compliant with all applicable laws
• Free from harmful or malicious content

Your Rights & Controls

As a user, you have the right to:

• Know when content is sponsored: All ads are clearly labeled
• Access ad information: Click "Ad Info" on any advertisement
• Report problematic ads: Contact us to report inappropriate advertisements
• Manage cookies: Control cookie usage through browser settings
• File complaints: Use our DSA redress process for EU users

Reporting Issues

If you encounter any issues with advertisements on our site:

EU Users - Additional Rights

Users in the European Union have additional rights under the Digital Services Act:

• Right to transparent information about ads
• Right to know the main parameters for ad selection
• Right to file complaints through DSA redress mechanisms
• Access to out-of-court dispute resolution

Visit our DSA Redress page for more information.

Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this advertising disclosure from time to time. Material changes will be noted with an updated "Last Updated" date.