Our commitment to transparency
Verdalis is committed to maintaining transparency with visitors and clients about how this website is supported and about any commercial relationships that may influence content. This Advertising Disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable guidelines, including those of the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
We believe that trust is built through clear, honest communication. This page explains all material advertising relationships and how they may or may not affect the content you find on this website.
1. Affiliate relationships
Verdalis may participate in affiliate programs for select tools, platforms, or resources that we genuinely find useful and relevant to sustainability accounting practice. When we reference or link to such resources:
- · We may earn a commission or referral fee at no additional cost to you.
- · Affiliate links will be identified where possible, or this disclosure serves as general notice.
- · Our editorial opinions and recommendations are formed independently. We only reference resources we would recommend regardless of any financial arrangement.
- · Affiliate status does not affect how we assess the quality or suitability of any product or tool.
2. Sponsored content
From time to time, Verdalis may publish or feature content that has been produced in partnership with, or partially funded by, a third party. In such cases:
- · Sponsored content will be clearly labeled at the point of publication with a disclosure such as "Sponsored," "In partnership with," or similar language.
- · Verdalis retains editorial control and does not publish sponsored content that misrepresents facts, misleads readers, or conflicts with the standards we apply to our own work.
- · Any brand partnerships or commercial collaborations will be disclosed clearly within the relevant content.
- · Our methodological standards and professional positions are not influenced by sponsored arrangements.
3. Third-party advertising
This website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads relevant to your interests based on previous visits to this or other websites.
- · Behavioral targeting: Ad networks may use anonymized data about your browsing behavior to show relevant advertisements. This is sometimes called interest-based or behavioral advertising.
- · Cookie use: Advertising cookies are optional and subject to your consent as managed through our Cookie Policy page. You can opt out at any time.
- · No advertiser influence: Advertisers on this site have no influence over the editorial or professional content published here.
- · Ad content: Verdalis does not review or endorse the specific content of third-party advertisements and is not responsible for their accuracy or the products and services they represent.
4. Your rights and controls
You have meaningful options when it comes to advertising-related data collection:
- · Cookie preferences: You can accept, reject, or customize which advertising cookies are active on your device through our Cookie Policy page at any time.
- · Opt-out of personalized advertising: You can opt out of interest-based advertising through standard industry opt-out mechanisms available in your browser settings or through tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out portal.
- · Data requests: You may request information about what data has been collected in connection with your visit and ask for it to be deleted. See our Privacy Policy for instructions.
- · Regulatory rights: Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights under privacy regulations such as GDPR or CCPA regarding advertising-related data collection.
FTC compliance statement
In accordance with the US Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, Verdalis discloses all material connections between this website and any compensated parties. This includes affiliate links, sponsored content, and paid placements. We are committed to providing honest, independent content regardless of commercial arrangements.
If you have questions about any specific relationship or disclosure, you are welcome to contact us directly via the Contact page.