Advertising Disclosure

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Our Commitment to Transparency

At TestLab, we believe in complete transparency regarding our business relationships and how we generate revenue. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we work with partners, advertisers, and affiliates, and how these relationships may influence the content and recommendations on our website.

We are committed to maintaining trust with our students and visitors by clearly disclosing any financial relationships that could affect the content you see on our platform. This disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable advertising regulations and best practices.

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Affiliate Programs Participation

TestLab participates in various affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links or make purchases through links on our website. These affiliate relationships help support our educational mission and allow us to provide quality content.

Affiliate programs we may participate in include partnerships with:

  • Software tool and testing platform providers
  • Technical book publishers and educational resource providers
  • Cloud service providers and development platforms
  • Testing certification organizations

Commission-Based Links

Some links on our website are affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking through. These commissions come at no additional cost to you and help support the operation of TestLab.

We clearly identify affiliate links when possible and ensure that our recommendations are based on genuine educational value rather than commission rates.

Product Recommendation Policy

Our product and service recommendations are based on several factors:

  • Educational value and relevance to QA testing
  • Quality and reliability of the tool or resource
  • Industry acceptance and professionalge
  • Student feedback and learning outcomes

While affiliate relationships may provide us with compensation, they do not influence our educational standards or the quality of our recommendations.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain transparency about our financial relationships with third parties. When we recommend tools, resources, or services that involve affiliate compensation, we do so because we genuinely believe they provide value to our students, not solely because of potential earnings.

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Sponsored Content

Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions on our website. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as such with designations including:

  • "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content" labels
  • "Paid Partnership" disclosures
  • "Advertisement" or "Promoted" indicators
  • Clear disclosure statements at the beginning of sponsored articles

Sponsored Post Labeling Policies

We adhere to strict labeling policies to ensure our audience can easily distinguish between organic content and sponsored materials. Sponsored posts receive prominent disclosure both at the beginning and end of the content, making it clear that compensation was received for the publication.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

TestLab may enter into partnerships with software companies, testing tool providers, and other organizations in the QA industry. These partnerships may include:

  • Free access to tools or platforms for educational purposes
  • Discounted software licenses for students
  • Collaborative content development projects
  • Guest instructor arrangements

We disclose these partnerships when they are relevant to the content or recommendations we provide.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Even when content is sponsored, we maintain editorial independence and ensure all information is accurate, educational, and valuable to our audience. Sponsors do not control our editorial decisions, and we reserve the right to refuse sponsorships that do not align with our educational mission or standards.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks include:

  • Google AdSense and Google Ad Manager
  • Programmatic advertising platforms
  • Industry-specific advertising networks focused on tech and education

These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Some advertisements displayed on our site may be targeted based on your previous browsing history across different websites. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, uses cookies to track your interests and show you more relevant ads. You can learn more about this and manage your preferences in our Cookie Policy.

Cookiege for Advertising

Advertising networks may place cookies on your device to serve personalized ads and measure advertising effectiveness. These cookies help advertisers understand which ads are most effective and allow for more relevant advertising. For detailed information about how cookies are used for advertising purposes, please review our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

We use ad personalization to improve your experience by showing advertisements that are more relevant to your interests in QA testing and software development. This personalization is based on factors such as course topics you've viewed, pages you've visited, and general demographic information.

User Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have control over the advertisements you see. You can manage your advertising preferences through:

  • Our Cookie Preference Center available on the Cookie Policy page
  • Browser settings to block or limit advertising cookies
  • Industry opt-out tools such as NAI Consumer Opt-Out or DAA AdChoices
  • Device-level advertising settings on mobile devices

Opt-Out Procedures

To opt out of personalized advertising:

  • 1. Visit our Cookie Policy page and adjust your advertising cookie preferences
  • 2. Use browser privacy settings to block third-party cookies
  • 3. Install browser extensions that block advertising trackers
  • 4. Opt out through advertising network preference centers

Please note that opting out of personalized advertising does not mean you will see no advertisements, but rather that ads will be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

The data collected for advertising purposes may include your browsing history, device information, location data, and interaction with advertisements. This information helps deliver more relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness. For detailed information about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding advertising data under privacy regulations such as GDPR. These rights may include access to your data, deletion of your data, and objection to certain types of processing. Contact us if you wish to exercise these rights.

Revenue and Business Model Transparency

TestLab's revenue comes from multiple sources:

  • Course enrollment fees from students
  • Affiliate commissions from recommended tools and resources
  • Display advertising revenue
  • Sponsored content and partnership arrangements

This diversified approach allows us to maintain high educational standards while keeping course fees reasonable and providing valuable content to our community.

Compliance and Regulatory Information

This advertising disclosure is provided in compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines, including consumer protection laws and advertising standards. We strive to exceed minimum disclosure requirements to ensure complete transparency with our audience.

We regularly review and update our advertising practices to ensure continued compliance with evolving regulations and industry best practices.

Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this Advertising Disclosure periodically to reflect changes in our advertising relationships, practices, or regulatory requirements. Material changes will be communicated through our website, and the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly.

Questions and Contact Information

If you have questions about our advertising practices, partnerships, or this disclosure, please contact us:

TestLab

6 Chome-33-19 Fukasawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 158-0081

Email: info@pervaniarock.com

Phone: +81 3-3701-8067

You can also reach us through our contact form.