Advertising Disclosure
Last updated: November 14, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
At Version Hub, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising practices and financial relationships. This disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising and affiliate programs, and how these relationships might influence the content and recommendations we provide.
We are committed to maintaining editorial integrity and providing honest, unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about version control and development workflow services. This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials.
Affiliate Relationships
What Are Affiliate Programs?
Affiliate programs allow us to earn commissions when you purchase products or services through links on our website. These programs help support our operations and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services.
When you click on certain links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. The price you pay remains the same whether or not you use our affiliate links.
Affiliate Program Participation
Version Hub may participate in affiliate programs with various companies and platforms, including but not limited to:
- • Software development tools and platforms
- • Version control system providers
- • Cloud hosting and infrastructure services
- • Development workflow and automation tools
- • Technical training and educational resources
- • Hardware and equipment vendors
Commission Structure
We may earn commissions in various ways:
- Pay-Per-Sale: We earn a percentage when a purchase is made through our link
- Pay-Per-Click: We may earn when you click on certain links, regardless of purchase
- Pay-Per-Lead: We may earn when you sign up or submit information through our links
- Recurring Commissions: For subscription services, we may earn ongoing commissions
Product Recommendations
While we may earn commissions from recommendations, we strive to maintain editorial integrity:
- • We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe provide value
- • Our reviews and comparisons are based on honest evaluation and testing
- • Commission rates do not influence our editorial content or recommendations
- • We clearly identify affiliate links when present
- • We provide balanced information including pros and cons
Sponsored Content
Paid Promotions
From time to time, we may publish sponsored content, paid promotions, or advertorials. These are materials for which we receive compensation from companies or brands.
All sponsored content is clearly labeled with disclosures such as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," "Advertisement," or similar indicators. Sponsored content is distinct from our editorial content and does not necessarily reflect our independent opinions.
Sponsored Post Policies
Our sponsored content follows these guidelines:
- • All sponsored posts are clearly identified at the beginning of the content
- • We maintain editorial control over the format and presentation
- • Sponsored content must be relevant to our audience
- • We reserve the right to refuse sponsorships that don't align with our values
- • Sponsored content complies with FTC guidelines and applicable regulations
Brand Partnerships
We may enter into partnerships with brands for promotional campaigns, product launches, or sponsored events. These partnerships are disclosed appropriately, and we maintain transparency about the financial nature of the relationship. Partnership arrangements do not compromise our commitment to providing accurate, helpful information to our audience.
Content Authenticity
Even in sponsored content, we maintain our commitment to authenticity. We only partner with brands whose products or services we believe offer genuine value. All claims made in sponsored content are verified to the best of our ability, and we ensure that sponsored materials meet our quality standards.
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 ads based on your browsing behavior and interests.
Third-party advertising networks we may work with include major platforms such as Google AdSense, programmatic ad exchanges, and other reputable advertising services. These partners have their own privacy policies and data collection practices.
Behavioral Targeting
Advertising networks may use behavioral targeting to show you relevant ads:
- • Tracking your browsing activity across websites
- • Building interest profiles based on your behavior
- • Serving ads that match your inferred interests
- • Measuring ad effectiveness and engagement
- • Retargeting visitors who previously viewed our content
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising partners use cookies to track ad impressions, clicks, and conversions. These cookies help determine which ads to show you and measure campaign performance. You can manage advertising cookies through your browser settings or opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.
Ad Personalization Practices
Personalized advertising uses data about your interests and behavior to show more relevant ads. This may include:
- • Your demographic information
- • Previously visited websites and content
- • Search history and queries
- • Device and browser information
- • Location data (with your permission)
Your Rights and Controls
Managing Ad Preferences
You have control over the advertising you see and how your data is used:
- Cookie Settings: Manage or disable advertising cookies through your browser settings or our Cookie Policy page
- Ad Personalization: Opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out platforms like the Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative
- Browser Extensions: Use ad-blocking software or privacy extensions to control advertising
- Platform Settings: Adjust privacy settings on major platforms like Google and Facebook to limit ad targeting
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- • Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
- • Use the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool
- • Adjust your browser's privacy settings to block third-party cookies
- • Contact us to request removal from any proprietary advertising lists
- • Enable "Do Not Track" signals in your browser (though not all services honor this)
Data Collection for Advertising
When you interact with advertisements on our site, advertisers may collect information about your device, browsing behavior, and interactions. This data helps measure ad performance and improve targeting. You have the right to know what data is collected and how it's used. For details about data collection practices, refer to our Privacy Policy.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under privacy laws such as GDPR or CCPA. These may include the right to access your data, request deletion, opt out of data sales, and more. Contact us to exercise your privacy rights related to advertising.
FTC Compliance
Version Hub complies with Federal Trade Commission guidelines regarding endorsements, testimonials, and advertising disclosures. We are committed to transparent communication about financial relationships that might influence our content.
All material connections between Version Hub and third parties are disclosed in accordance with FTC regulations. This includes affiliate relationships, sponsored content, paid partnerships, and any other compensated arrangements. We strive to exceed minimum disclosure requirements to ensure our audience has complete information.
Additional Information
Editorial Independence
While we participate in advertising and affiliate programs, these relationships do not dictate our editorial direction. Our content is created to serve our audience first, and we maintain the freedom to write honestly about products and services regardless of financial relationships.
Review Process
When we review products or services, whether affiliated or not, we conduct thorough research and testing. Our reviews reflect genuine experiences and professional assessment. We do not alter reviews or recommendations based on potential commission earnings.
Price Transparency
Using our affiliate links does not increase the price you pay. In some cases, we may be able to provide exclusive discounts or special offers through our partnerships, which we will clearly communicate when available.
Changes to This Disclosure
We may update this Advertising Disclosure from time to time as our advertising practices evolve or as regulations change. When we make significant updates, we will revise the date at the top of this page and notify you when appropriate. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we work with advertisers and partners.
Questions About Advertising
If you have questions about our advertising practices, partnerships, or this disclosure: