Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: 10th January 2025
At Thornbury & Webb, we are committed to transparency in all our communications and business practices. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we handle advertising relationships, affiliate partnerships, sponsored content, and any financial arrangements that may influence the content on our website.
We believe you have the right to know when content is influenced by commercial relationships, and we strive to maintain clear disclosure practices in accordance with applicable advertising standards and regulations.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We maintain the highest standards of transparency and honesty in all our business dealings. When we have financial relationships that may influence content or recommendations, we disclose these relationships clearly to our audience.
Our primary commitment is always to provide accurate, helpful information and quality service to our clients. Any commercial relationships we maintain are secondary to this core mission and do not compromise our integrity or the quality of information we provide.
This disclosure document is designed to help you understand any potential commercial influences on our content and make informed decisions about our services and recommendations.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
Affiliate Program Participation
From time to time, we may participate in affiliate programs or partnership arrangements with suppliers of cleaning products, equipment manufacturers, or related service providers. When we include links to these partners' products or services, we may receive a commission or referral fee if you make a purchase.
These affiliate relationships do not influence the price you pay for products or services. The cost to you remains the same whether or not we receive a commission. Any commissions we earn help support our business operations and allow us to continue providing information and services to our clients.
Product and Service Recommendations
When we recommend specific products, equipment, or services, these recommendations are based primarily on our professional experience and assessment of quality and effectiveness. While some recommendations may involve affiliate relationships, we only recommend products and services we genuinely believe to be of value.
We clearly identify any content that includes affiliate links or is influenced by commercial relationships. You can trust that our professional judgment and your best interests remain paramount in any recommendations we make.
We do not accept payment to recommend inferior products or services, and we maintain our professional standards regardless of any commercial arrangements.
Commission-Based Relationships
Some suppliers or service providers may compensate us through commission arrangements when we refer clients to them. These arrangements are established with reputable businesses whose products or services we genuinely endorse. Commission structures vary and may be based on referrals, sales, or other metrics. We ensure that such arrangements do not compromise the quality or objectivity of information we provide to our clients.
Financial Relationship Transparency
We believe in full transparency regarding financial relationships that may influence content. Where applicable, we will clearly disclose any material connection between Thornbury & Webb and any product, service, or company we mention or recommend. This disclosure helps you evaluate our recommendations with full awareness of any potential commercial influence.
Sponsored Content Policy
Paid Promotions and Sponsored Posts
Occasionally, we may publish content that has been sponsored by third parties or for which we have received compensation. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled as such, using terms like "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," "Advertisement," or similar clear indicators.
Sponsored content undergoes the same quality standards as our regular content. We maintain editorial independence and will only accept sponsorships from businesses and organizations whose values align with ours and whose products or services we believe may be genuinely useful to our audience.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
When we enter into brand partnerships or collaborative arrangements, we disclose these relationships clearly to our audience. Brand partnerships may involve product placement, sponsored mentions, or other forms of commercial collaboration. We ensure all such partnerships are consistent with our professional standards and beneficial to our clients.
Content Authenticity and Independence
Regardless of any sponsorship or advertising relationship, we maintain editorial independence in all content we create. Sponsors do not dictate or control the content of our communications. We retain the right to express honest opinions and provide genuine information to our clients.
Our commitment is to authenticity and accuracy. We will not compromise the quality or truthfulness of information to satisfy commercial interests.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising
We may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks on our website. These advertisements are clearly distinguishable from our own content and are typically provided by advertising services such as Google AdSense or similar platforms.
We do not directly control which specific advertisements appear on our site, as these are determined by advertising algorithms based on various factors including your browsing history and interests. However, we make reasonable efforts to exclude inappropriate or misleading advertisements from our site.
Behavioral Targeting and Personalization
Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior in order to display personalized advertisements. This practice, known as behavioral targeting, allows advertisers to show you advertisements that may be more relevant to your interests.
You can control and manage your advertising preferences through your browser settings and through tools provided by advertising networks. For more information about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.
Advertising Network Policies
Any third-party advertising networks we work with are required to comply with applicable advertising standards and regulations. We select advertising partners who maintain professional standards and respect user privacy. However, we are not responsible for the practices of third-party advertisers or the content of external advertisements displayed on our site.
Your Rights and Controls
Advertisement Preferences
You have the right to control your experience with advertising on our website. Most web browsers allow you to block or limit cookies used for advertising purposes. You can also use privacy-focused browser extensions or adjust your settings in advertising networks to limit personalized advertising.
Opt-Out Procedures
If you wish to opt out of personalized advertising, you can:
- Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy settings
- Use browser privacy settings to block third-party cookies
- Visit advertising network opt-out pages to manage your preferences
- Use browser extensions designed to block advertising trackers
Data Collection for Advertising
Information about data collection practices related to advertising can be found in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. We are committed to transparency about how data is collected and used for advertising purposes, and we respect your right to control your personal information.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under applicable data protection and privacy regulations, you have rights regarding how your information is used for advertising purposes. These rights may include the right to access information about advertising data collection, the right to object to certain uses of your data, and the right to request deletion of advertising-related data. For more information about exercising these rights, please see our Privacy Policy.
Regulatory Compliance
Advertising Standards Compliance
We are committed to complying with all applicable advertising standards and regulations, including guidelines established by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the United Kingdom and similar regulatory bodies. Our advertising practices are designed to be truthful, fair, and transparent.
We adhere to principles of honest advertising, clear disclosure of material connections, and accurate representation of products and services. Any claims we make about our services or products we recommend are substantiated and truthful.
We maintain documentation of our advertising relationships and disclosure practices to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulations.
Questions About Advertising Practices?
If you have questions about our advertising relationships, disclosure practices, or any commercial arrangements that may influence our content, please contact us. We are committed to transparency and will be happy to provide additional information about any specific advertising relationship or sponsored content.
We welcome feedback about our advertising and disclosure practices and continuously work to improve the clarity and transparency of our communications with clients and website visitors.