Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: October 28, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At ApiCraft, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising relationships and monetization practices. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various partnerships and advertising arrangements.
We are committed to providing honest, unbiased information about API development education. Our advertising relationships do not influence our course content, educational recommendations, or the quality of instruction we provide.
This disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable consumer protection laws and advertising standards to ensure you understand the financial relationships that may exist between ApiCraft and the products or services we mention.
Affiliate Relationships
What Are Affiliate Programs
ApiCraft participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions when you purchase products or services through links on our website. These programs allow us to earn a small percentage of sales at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate relationships exist with technology platforms, software providers, and educational resources that we believe are valuable for learning API development. Our participation in these programs helps support the operation of our educational services.
How Affiliate Links Work
When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant. This commission-based model includes:
- → Cloud platform services (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
- → Development tools and software licenses
- → Technical books and learning resources
- → Professional certifications and examination preparation
- → Software-as-a-Service products relevant to API development
Our Recommendation Policy
We maintain strict standards for any products or services we recommend:
- • We only recommend products and services we have personally evaluated or have confidence in based on industry reputation
- • Our recommendations are based on genuine belief in the value these resources provide to students
- • We clearly disclose when links are affiliate links so you can make informed decisions
- • The presence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our honest assessment of products
Financial Transparency
You pay the same price whether you use our affiliate links or go directly to the merchant. In many cases, you may even receive exclusive discounts through our affiliate partnerships. The commission we earn helps us maintain free educational content and continue developing high-quality courses.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Sponsored Content
From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled with one of the following designations:
- • "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content"
- • "Paid Partnership" or "Paid Promotion"
- • "Advertisement" or "Advertorial"
Brand Partnership Disclosure
We may enter into partnerships with technology companies, cloud providers, and educational platforms. These partnerships may involve:
- → Compensation for featuring their products in our course materials
- → Free or discounted access to platforms and tools for educational purposes
- → Co-marketing arrangements that benefit our students
- → Technical support or resources provided by partners
Editorial Independence
While we may receive compensation for sponsored content, we maintain complete editorial control. All sponsored content reflects our genuine opinions and aligns with our educational standards. We do not publish misleading or deceptive sponsored content, and we reserve the right to decline sponsorship opportunities that do not serve our students' interests.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include:
- • Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
- • Technology-focused ad networks serving relevant content
- • Educational platform advertising partnerships
Behavioral Targeting and Personalization
Third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- → Collect information about your browsing behavior to display relevant advertisements
- → Track ad performance and measure campaign effectiveness
- → Serve personalized ads based on your interests and online activity
- → Retarget users who have previously visited our website
You can control advertising cookies through our Cookie Policy settings or your browser preferences.
Ad Quality Standards
We strive to maintain high standards for advertisements displayed on our website. We do not knowingly display advertisements for fraudulent products, deceptive services, or content that violates our community standards. If you encounter problematic advertising, please contact us so we can address the issue with our advertising partners.
Your Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management
You have several options to control the advertising you see:
- ✓ Cookie Settings: Adjust your cookie preferences on our Cookie Policy page to control advertising cookies
- ✓ Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or use private browsing mode
- ✓ Ad Network Opt-Out: Use opt-out tools provided by advertising networks to limit personalized advertising
- ✓ Ad Blockers: Install browser extensions that block advertisements (though this may affect site functionality)
Data Collection for Advertising
When you interact with advertisements on our website, the following information may be collected:
- • Ad impressions and click-through data
- • Device information and browser type
- • General location information based on IP address
- • Pages visited and time spent on our website
This information is used to measure ad effectiveness and improve targeting. For more details, please see our Privacy Policy.
Regulatory Compliance
Advertising Standards Compliance
ApiCraft is committed to complying with applicable advertising regulations and industry standards, including:
- → ese consumer protection laws and advertising regulations
- → International advertising standards for transparency and disclosure
- → Data protection regulations regarding advertising and marketing
- → Industry best practices for ethical marketing in education
We regularly review our advertising practices to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving regulations and maintain the trust of our students and visitors.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising relationships, business practices, or regulatory requirements. We will post any updates on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we generate revenue and our commitment to transparency in all advertising relationships.
Questions About Advertising
If you have questions or concerns about our advertising practices or this disclosure, please contact us:
ApiCraft
5 Chome-23-6 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0051
Email: info@corvanelake.com
Phone: +81 3-3226-8066