Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: November 10, 2025
At SecureNet, transparency is fundamental to how we operate. This Advertising Disclosure explains our relationships with advertisers, affiliate programs, and other commercial partnerships. We believe you deserve to know when content or recommendations may involve financial relationships.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We maintain high ethical standards in all our business relationships and communications. When we recommend products, services, or solutions, our primary consideration is always what serves your best interests. Any financial relationships that might influence our recommendations are disclosed clearly and prominently.
Affiliate Relationships
Participation in Affiliate Programs
SecureNet participates in select affiliate programs with security software vendors, hardware manufacturers, and service providers. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the vendor at no additional cost to you.
These affiliate relationships allow us to provide detailed information about cybersecurity solutions while supporting the operation of our educational content and resources.
Commission-Based Link Disclosure
Some links on our website are affiliate links, meaning we earn a commission if you purchase through these links. These links are clearly marked when possible, and we disclose affiliate relationships in relevant content.
- • Product Recommendations: When we recommend specific security tools or solutions, we may earn a commission if you purchase through our links
- • Service Provider Links: Links to third-party service providers may include affiliate codes that provide us with compensation
- • Educational Resources: Some training or educational materials we reference may have affiliate arrangements
Product Recommendation Policy
Our recommendations are based on professional assessment and genuine belief in the value of the products or services, regardless of whether we receive compensation. We only promote solutions that we:
- • Have personally evaluated and tested in security contexts
- • Believe provide genuine value to our clients and visitors
- • Consider appropriate for typical cybersecurity needs
- • Would recommend whether or not affiliate relationships exist
Financial Relationship Transparency
When discussing products or services where we have an affiliate relationship, we strive to clearly disclose this connection. Our professional advice remains objective, and we maintain editorial independence in all recommendations. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our technical assessment or security evaluations.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions. All sponsored content is clearly identified with labels such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or similar designations. This ensures you always know when content has been financially supported by a third party.
Sponsored content undergoes the same quality standards as our regular content and must provide genuine value to our audience. We do not accept sponsorships for products or services that we believe could compromise security or that we cannot professionally endorse.
Sponsored Post Labeling Policy
Our labeling practices for sponsored content include:
- • Clear, prominent disclosure at the beginning of sponsored articles or posts
- • Visual indicators distinguishing sponsored from editorial content
- • Honest representation of the sponsor's relationship to the content
- • Compliance with applicable advertising disclosure regulations
Brand Partnership Disclosures
We may form partnerships with cybersecurity vendors, technology companies, or service providers. These partnerships might include financial arrangements, product access for testing, or other forms of consideration. When discussing products or services from partners, we disclose the relationship and maintain objectivity in our assessments.
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Regardless of sponsorship or affiliate relationships:
- • We maintain full editorial control over all content on our website
- • Our professional opinions and technical assessments remain independent
- • We do not allow sponsors to dictate content or suppress negative findings
- • Security recommendations prioritize your protection over commercial relationships
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior. For detailed information about cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Some advertisements on our site may use behavioral targeting, which involves:
- • Tracking your browsing activity across websites to determine interests
- • Delivering advertisements based on inferred preferences
- • Using cookies and similar technologies for ad personalization
You can manage your advertising preferences through our Cookie Policy page or your browser settings.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising partners may place cookies on your device to collect information about your interactions with our website and other sites. This information helps deliver more relevant advertisements. You have control over advertising cookies through your browser settings and can opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools.
Ad Personalization Practices
When personalized advertising is enabled, advertisements you see may be tailored based on factors such as your location, browsing history, and inferred interests. We do not sell your personal information to advertisers. Third-party advertising networks operate under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
User Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management Options
You have several options for managing advertising on our website:
- • Adjust cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page
- • Use browser settings to block or limit advertising cookies
- • Employ browser extensions that manage advertising preferences
- • Opt out of personalized advertising through industry tools
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- • Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage advertising cookie preferences
- • Configure your browser to reject third-party cookies
- • Use "Do Not Track" or similar browser features
- • Access industry opt-out platforms for advertising networks
Note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will see fewer advertisements, but rather that advertisements will be less targeted to your specific interests.
Data Collection for Advertising Purposes
When advertising features are enabled, data collected may include your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and interactions with advertisements. This data helps advertisers understand campaign effectiveness and deliver relevant content. You can control this data collection through cookie preferences and privacy settings.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under applicable privacy laws, you may have rights regarding data used for advertising purposes, including rights to access, rectify, erase, or restrict processing of your data. To exercise these rights or for questions about advertising practices, please contact us using the information in our Privacy Policy.
Regulatory Compliance
We strive to comply with advertising disclosure requirements and consumer protection regulations in all jurisdictions where we operate. Our disclosure practices are designed to meet or exceed standards set by regulatory bodies for honest and transparent advertising.
If you believe any content on our website lacks appropriate disclosure or violates advertising standards, please contact us so we can address your concerns promptly.
Updates to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising relationships, practices, or applicable regulations. Changes will be indicated by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about our advertising practices.