Advertising Disclosure

Last updated: November 20, 2024

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Iberian Institute, we believe in complete transparency regarding any commercial relationships, advertising practices, or affiliate partnerships that may exist. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we handle advertising and commercial relationships in connection with our Spanish language education services and website.

We are committed to providing honest, unbiased information about Spanish language learning. Any recommendations or content we provide reflect our genuine assessment of quality and value, regardless of any commercial relationships that may exist.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Programme Partnerships

Iberian Institute may participate in affiliate programmes or maintain partnership relationships with other educational organizations, Spanish language resources, or cultural institutions. These relationships allow us to:

  • Recommend complementary learning resources that enhance your Spanish language journey
  • Provide access to cultural events and immersion opportunities in Spanish-speaking regions
  • Offer connections to study abroad programmes and language exchange opportunities
  • Suggest relevant Spanish literature, media, and learning tools

Commission-Based Relationships

When we recommend third-party products, services, or resources, we may receive a commission or other form of compensation if you choose to make a purchase through our recommendations. This compensation helps support the operation of Iberian Institute and allows us to continue providing valuable information about Spanish language learning.

Our Recommendation Policy

We want to be absolutely clear about how we handle recommendations:

  • We only recommend products, services, or resources that we genuinely believe will benefit Spanish language learners
  • Our recommendations are based on quality, educational value, and relevance to Spanish language acquisition
  • The existence of a commercial relationship does not influence our honest assessment
  • We maintain the same educational standards whether or not compensation is involved

Financial Relationship Transparency

Any material connection between Iberian Institute and recommended products or services will be disclosed clearly at the point of recommendation. This ensures you can make informed decisions with full knowledge of any potential commercial relationships that may exist.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Paid Content

From time to time, Iberian Institute may publish content that has been sponsored by third parties or for which we have received compensation. This might include:

  • Reviews of Spanish language learning materials or resources
  • Articles about cultural events, travel opportunities, or study abroad programmes
  • Recommendations for complementary educational services
  • Featured partnerships with Spanish language publishers or technology platforms

Sponsored Content Labeling

All sponsored content will be clearly identified as such using appropriate disclosures such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," "Advertising," or similar language. This labeling ensures you can distinguish between our independent content and material for which we have received compensation.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

When we enter into brand partnerships or collaborative relationships with other organizations in the language education space, we will disclose these relationships transparently. Our partnerships are carefully selected to align with our educational mission and commitment to quality Spanish language instruction.

Content Authenticity Guarantee

Even when content is sponsored or we have received compensation, we maintain full editorial control over what we publish. Our opinions, assessments, and educational recommendations remain our own and are not dictated by commercial partnerships. We will never compromise the accuracy or integrity of information to satisfy a sponsor.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising

Our website may display advertisements from third-party advertising networks. These networks may show advertisements for products or services related to Spanish language learning, education, travel, or other topics that may be of interest to our visitors. The presence of these advertisements does not constitute an endorsement by Iberian Institute.

Behavioral Targeting and Personalization

Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to deliver personalized advertisements based on your browsing behavior and interests. This practice, known as behavioral targeting, allows advertisers to show you advertisements that may be more relevant to your interests.

For detailed information about how we and our advertising partners use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences and opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or the controls provided in our Cookie Policy.

Advertising Networks Used

We may work with various advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include:

  • Google AdSense and Google Ads for contextual and display advertising
  • Educational advertising networks focused on language learning and cultural exchange
  • Other reputable advertising platforms that align with our audience and values

Ad Personalization Practices

Advertising partners may collect information about your visits to our website and other sites to provide relevant advertisements. This may include the use of cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies. The information collected is typically used to understand your interests and display advertisements that match those interests, but does not generally include personally identifiable information unless you choose to provide it.

User Rights and Controls

Advertising Preference Management

You have several options for managing how you experience advertising on our website:

  • Cookie Controls: Use our Cookie Policy page to manage your advertising cookie preferences
  • Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block third-party cookies or advertising cookies
  • Ad Blocker Software: Use browser extensions or software that blocks advertisements
  • Industry Opt-Out Tools: Use opt-out mechanisms provided by advertising industry groups

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising:

  • Visit our Cookie Policy page and adjust your advertising preferences
  • Use Google's Ads Settings to control personalized ads from Google
  • Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page for multiple advertisers
  • Enable "Do Not Track" signals in your browser settings

Please note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will stop seeing advertisements entirely. You will still see advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected for advertising purposes, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and interaction with advertisements. This data helps advertising networks understand user behavior and deliver relevant advertisements. For comprehensive information about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Your Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under UK GDPR and other applicable privacy regulations, you have rights regarding your personal data used for advertising purposes:

  • Right to access information about data collected for advertising
  • Right to request deletion of advertising data
  • Right to object to processing of data for advertising purposes
  • Right to withdraw consent for advertising cookies at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the bottom of this page.

Regulatory Compliance

Iberian Institute is committed to complying with applicable advertising regulations and guidelines, including those established by UK trading standards authorities and international best practices for advertising disclosure. We adhere to principles of honesty, transparency, and fair dealing in all our advertising and commercial relationships.

Our advertising practices are designed to ensure that consumers can make informed decisions based on clear, accurate, and complete information. We believe that transparency about commercial relationships strengthens trust and serves the best interests of our community of Spanish language learners.

Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our advertising practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Advertising Disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising and commercial relationships. Your continued use of our website after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated disclosure.

Questions About Advertising Practices

If you have questions about our advertising practices, commercial relationships, or this Advertising Disclosure, please don't hesitate to contact us:

Iberian Institute

34 Plaza Gardens

Liverpool L1 8BH

United Kingdom

Email: info@domain.com

Phone: +44 151 749 2683

We value your trust and are committed to maintaining transparent relationships with our community of Spanish language learners.