Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: October 19, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Form Studio, we believe in honest and transparent communication. This disclosure explains how we handle advertising relationships, affiliate partnerships, and sponsored content. We're committed to maintaining your trust by being clear about when we receive compensation for recommendations or links.
This policy complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, as well as European advertising standards. We follow these principles regardless of where our visitors are located.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Programs Participation
Form Studio participates in select affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. These affiliate relationships help support our work and allow us to continue providing valuable content.
We only recommend tools, services, and resources that we genuinely believe can benefit our audience. Our participation in an affiliate program does not influence our editorial content or the objectivity of our recommendations.
Commission-Based Link Explanations
Links that may generate affiliate commissions are typically related to:
- • Design software and tools we use and recommend
- • Educational resources, courses, and books about UX/UI design
- • Professional services that complement our offerings
- • Technology platforms and hosting solutions
- • Research tools and analytics services
When we include affiliate links, we clearly disclose this relationship near the link or in the context of the recommendation.
Product Recommendation Policies
Our product and service recommendations follow these principles:
Authenticity First
We only recommend products and services we have personally used, evaluated, or thoroughly researched. Our opinions are our own and based on genuine experience.
Quality Over Commission
We never recommend a product solely because it offers a higher commission. If we don't believe something adds value, we won't recommend it regardless of potential earnings.
Balanced Perspective
When discussing products, we aim to present both strengths and limitations. We're honest about what works well and what might not suit every situation.
Alternatives Consideration
We often mention alternative options, including those without affiliate relationships, to give you a complete picture for informed decision-making.
Financial Relationship Transparency
We maintain transparency about our financial relationships by clearly indicating when content includes affiliate links, sponsored mentions, or other forms of compensation. This disclosure doesn't change the nature of our recommendations—we stand behind everything we suggest. The presence of compensation simply helps you understand our potential interests and make informed decisions about the information we provide.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content—articles, posts, or materials created in partnership with brands or companies who compensate us for the placement. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as such with one or more of the following identifiers:
- "Sponsored by [Brand Name]"
- "In partnership with [Brand Name]"
- "Paid promotion"
- "Advertisement" or "Ad"
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
Our sponsored content policies ensure transparency and maintain editorial integrity:
Clear Labeling
Sponsored content is clearly marked at the beginning of the piece, making it immediately obvious to readers.
Editorial Independence
We maintain editorial control over all content, including sponsored posts. Sponsors don't dictate what we write.
Honest Opinions
Even in sponsored content, we provide honest assessments and don't make false claims or exaggerated promises.
Relevance Standards
We only accept sponsorships that align with our audience's interests and our expertise in design.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we establish ongoing partnerships with brands, we disclose these relationships in relevant contexts. This includes:
- • Long-term brand ambassadorships or consulting relationships
- • Free products or services provided for review or evaluation
- • Event sponsorships or speaking engagements with compensation
- • Collaborative projects with financial arrangements
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Regardless of sponsorship status, all content on our site reflects our genuine perspectives and expertise. We don't compromise our professional standards or mislead our audience for compensation. If we wouldn't recommend something to a friend or use it ourselves, we won't promote it on our platform.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior and interests. The ads you see may be influenced by:
- • Your previous visits to our website and other websites
- • Your geographic location
- • Your demographic information
- • Your inferred interests based on browsing patterns
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Our advertising partners may use behavioral targeting to show you more relevant ads. This involves collecting information about your online activities over time and across different websites. While this can result in more useful advertisements, we understand if you prefer not to participate in behavioral advertising. See the User Rights and Controls section below for opt-out information.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks use cookies to:
Track Ad Performance
Measure how many people view and click on ads
Prevent Ad Repetition
Limit how many times you see the same ad
Personalize Content
Show ads relevant to your interests
Improve Ad Targeting
Help advertisers reach appropriate audiences
For detailed information about cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
We strive to ensure that ads on our site are relevant and useful. However, we don't control the content of third-party advertisements and aren't responsible for the products or services advertised. The appearance of ads on our site doesn't constitute an endorsement of the advertised products or services.
User Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management Options
You have control over the advertisements you see. Here's how you can manage your ad preferences:
- Cookie Settings: Use our cookie preference center to control advertising cookies
- Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or limit cookies from advertising networks
- Network Opt-Outs: Visit advertising network websites to opt out of personalized ads
- Industry Tools: Use industry opt-out tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance's consumer choice page
Opt-Out Procedures
If you prefer not to receive personalized advertising:
Step 1: Visit Our Cookie Settings
Go to our Cookie Policy page and adjust your advertising cookie preferences.
Step 2: Browser Configuration
Configure your browser settings to reject third-party cookies or all cookies. Note that this may affect website functionality.
Step 3: Network-Specific Opt-Outs
Some advertising networks offer their own opt-out mechanisms. Check with individual networks for their specific procedures.
Data Collection for Advertising Purposes
Advertising partners may collect the following types of information:
- • Device type, operating system, and browser information
- • IP address and general geographic location
- • Pages visited and time spent on our site
- • Referral sources and exit pages
- • Ad interactions (views, clicks, conversions)
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under GDPR and other privacy regulations, you have rights regarding your personal data used for advertising, including the right to access, correct, delete, or object to processing. For more information about exercising these rights, please see our Privacy Policy or contact us directly.
Questions About Advertising?
If you have questions about our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, or how to opt out of personalized ads, please contact us:
Email: info@domain.com
Phone: +357 25 749 182