Advertising Disclosure
Transparency in all our advertising relationships
Last updated: September 13, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At AgileCore Training Solutions, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising relationships and financial interests. This disclosure outlines all forms of advertising, partnerships, and sponsored content that may appear on our website or be part of our marketing communications.
We are committed to providing honest, unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about your agile training journey. Any financial relationships or advertising arrangements are disclosed in accordance with applicable consumer protection laws and industry best practices.
Transparency Promise
Our Guarantee: All advertising relationships, financial incentives, and sponsored content are clearly identified and disclosed. Your trust is our most valuable asset.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
Disclosure of Affiliate Programs
AgileCore may participate in affiliate marketing programs with companies whose products or services align with our educational mission. When you click on certain links or purchase products through our recommendations, we may receive a commission.
Current Affiliate Partners
- Professional certification bodies (Scrum Alliance, SAI)
- Educational technology platforms
- Agile tool providers (Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps)
- Professional development book publishers
- Conference and event organizers
- Online learning platforms
Commission Structure
Software Tools: 5-15%
Commission on qualifying purchases
Educational Materials: 3-10%
Books, courses, and resources
Events & Conferences: Fixed fee
Per successful registration
Product Recommendation Policies
Our product recommendations are based on professional experience, student feedback, and thorough evaluation. We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe will benefit our students' learning and professional development.
Our Recommendation Criteria
- Direct relevance to agile practices and professional development
- Positive feedback from our student community
- Quality and reliability of the product or service
- Value for money and return on investment
- Alignment with modern agile methodologies
- Vendor reputation and customer support quality
Financial Relationship Transparency
We maintain complete transparency about our financial relationships. Commission earnings from affiliate partnerships help support our educational content development and platform maintenance, enabling us to continue providing quality training at competitive prices.
Important Note: Affiliate commissions never influence our educational content or course curriculum. Our training materials are developed independently based on industry best practices and pedagogical effectiveness.
Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions
Identification of Paid Content
All sponsored content, paid promotions, and advertorial materials are clearly labeled with appropriate disclosure notices. We use consistent labeling to ensure transparency and help you identify commercial content.
"Sponsored"
Paid promotional content
"Partnership"
Collaborative promotions
"Affiliate Link"
Commission-earning links
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
When we publish sponsored content or receive compensation for featuring specific products or services, these posts are prominently labeled at the beginning and end of the content. Our editorial standards remain unchanged regardless of sponsorship.
Editorial Independence
Sponsors may suggest topics or provide products for review, but all opinions expressed remain our own. We reserve the right to refuse sponsorship arrangements that conflict with our educational mission.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
Current Brand Partners
- Atlassian (Jira, Confluence training integration)
- Microsoft (Azure DevOps certification preparation)
- Scrum Alliance (official training partnership)
- Scaled Agile (SAFe training materials)
- Local Tokyo business networks
Partnership Benefits
- Discounted software licenses for students
- Early access to new features and updates
- Guest instructor opportunities
- Co-marketing of events and workshops
- Certification pathway optimization
Content Authenticity Guarantees
We guarantee that all sponsored content maintains our educational standards and provides genuine value to our audience. Sponsored content must align with agile principles and contribute meaningfully to professional development. We do not accept compensation for positive reviews or testimonials.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display relevant advertisements to our visitors. These networks use various technologies to serve targeted ads based on your interests and browsing behavior.
Advertising Partners
- Google Ads (Search and Display Network)
- LinkedIn Professional Network
- Facebook Business Platform
- Industry-specific publication networks
- Professional development focused platforms
Ad Content Guidelines
- Professional and business-appropriate content only
- Relevant to agile, project management, or career development
- No inappropriate, misleading, or harmful content
- Compliance with advertising standards and regulations
- Respect for user experience and site performance
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
Third-party advertising networks may collect information about your browsing behavior to serve more relevant advertisements. This information is typically anonymous and aggregated, but you have control over these practices.
Data Collection Practices
- Page views and time spent on different sections
- Course interests and engagement patterns
- Geographic location (country/region level)
- Device and browser information
- Referral sources and search terms
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks use cookies and similar technologies to track user behavior and serve targeted advertisements. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
We strive to show you advertisements that are relevant to your professional interests and learning goals. Ad personalization is based on your interactions with our content and similar professional development websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or advertising network preferences.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
Ad Preference Management
You have several options to control the advertising experience on our website and limit data collection for advertising purposes. These controls help you customize your experience according to your preferences.
Available Controls
- Cookie preference management
- Ad personalization opt-out
- Email marketing unsubscribe
- Third-party tracking prevention
- Interest-based advertising controls
- Data collection limitation requests
How to Access Controls
- Cookie banner on website visits
- Cookie preferences page
- Email unsubscribe links
- Contact form for special requests
- Google Ad Settings (external)
- Browser privacy settings
Opt-Out Procedures
Step-by-Step Opt-Out Process
Cookie Settings: Use our cookie preference center to disable advertising cookies
Browser Controls: Enable "Do Not Track" and block third-party cookies
Network Opt-Outs: Visit Google Ads Settings and other network preference centers
Contact Us: Request manual removal from all advertising lists and data deletion
Data Collection Limitations
You can request limitations on data collection for advertising purposes. We will honor reasonable requests to limit data usage while maintaining essential website functionality and your user experience.
Available Limitations
- Essential cookies only (functionality and security)
- No behavioral tracking or profiling
- Anonymous analytics only (no personal identification)
- Opt-out of all email marketing communications
- No data sharing with third-party advertisers
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under applicable privacy laws including GDPR and Japanese privacy regulations, you have specific rights regarding the collection and use of your personal data for advertising purposes. These rights include access, rectification, erasure, and objection to processing. For detailed information about your privacy rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
We're committed to transparency and welcome any questions about our advertising relationships, disclosure practices, or how to control your advertising experience.