Advertising Disclosure

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Ashford Facilities, we believe in maintaining transparency with our website visitors and clients regarding any advertising, sponsorships, or commercial relationships that may exist. This Advertising Disclosure explains how we may earn revenue through various advertising methods and partnerships.

We are committed to honest and ethical business practices. This disclosure is provided in accordance with consumer protection regulations and guidelines, including those established by relevant UK advertising standards authorities.

Affiliate Relationships

What Are Affiliate Relationships?

An affiliate relationship exists when we receive compensation for referring customers to third-party products or services. This compensation may take the form of commissions, referral fees, or other monetary rewards when someone makes a purchase through links provided on our website.

Our Affiliate Practices

From time to time, we may participate in affiliate programmes related to:

• Cleaning equipment and supplies we use or recommend
• Professional development resources and training materials
• Business services that support our operations
• Products that may benefit our clients in maintaining their premises

Commission Structure

When you make a purchase through an affiliate link on our website, we may receive a commission from the merchant. This commission comes at no additional cost to you and does not affect the price you pay for products or services.

Product Recommendations

Our product recommendations are based on:

• Our genuine professional experience and expertise
• Quality and reliability of the products
• Value they provide to our clients and industry peers
• Alignment with our professional standards

We only recommend products and services that we believe will genuinely benefit our audience. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence our honest assessment of a product's quality or suitability.

Financial Relationship Transparency

We maintain transparency regarding all financial relationships that may influence the content on our website:

• Affiliate Commissions: We may earn commissions from affiliate links and product recommendations
• Service Fees: Our primary revenue comes from providing commercial cleaning services to clients
• Advertising Revenue: We may display third-party advertisements on our website
• Sponsorships: Occasionally, we may receive compensation for featuring specific content or products

All such relationships are disclosed in accordance with applicable regulations and ethical standards. We clearly identify sponsored content or paid partnerships where they exist.

Sponsored Content

Identification of Sponsored Content

Any content on our website that is sponsored or paid for by third parties will be clearly identified with appropriate disclosures such as:

• "Sponsored Post" or "Sponsored Content" labels
• "Advertisement" or "Ad" designations
• "Partnership with [Brand Name]" notifications
• "Paid Promotion" or similar clear indicators

Sponsored Post Labelling

We ensure that sponsored content is clearly distinguishable from our regular content. Sponsored posts will always include:

• Clear disclosure at the beginning of the content
• Visual indicators that distinguish it from editorial content
• Information about the sponsoring brand or company

Brand Partnerships

We may enter into partnerships with brands whose products or services align with our business values. These partnerships may involve:

• Product testing and reviews
• Case studies featuring specific products
• Educational content about industry tools and techniques
• Joint promotional activities

All such partnerships will be disclosed, and our honest professional opinion remains independent regardless of any commercial relationship.

Content Authenticity Guarantee

We are committed to providing authentic, honest content to our audience:

• Honest Reviews: Our reviews reflect our genuine professional opinion based on actual experience
• No False Claims: We do not make exaggerated or misleading claims about products or services
• Factual Information: All factual claims are verified to the best of our ability
• Editorial Independence: Our editorial content is not influenced by advertising relationships
• Disclosure Priority: We prioritise transparency and disclosure in all commercial relationships

Our reputation and the trust of our clients are more valuable than any advertising revenue. We will not compromise the integrity of our content for commercial gain.

Third-Party Advertising

Display Advertising Networks

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

• Google AdSense or similar advertising platforms
• Contextual advertising services
• Direct advertising arrangements with relevant businesses

Behavioural Targeting

Third-party advertising networks may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Track your browsing behaviour across websites
• Build a profile of your interests
• Display targeted advertisements based on your profile
• Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns

For more information about how cookies are used for advertising purposes, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Ad Personalization Practices

Advertisements displayed on our website may be personalised based on:

• Your browsing history and behaviour
• Your geographic location
• The content you're currently viewing
• Information from advertising partners

Your Rights and Advertising Controls

Opt-Out Procedures

You have several options to control the advertisements you see:

• Adjust your cookie preferences through our Cookie Policy page
• Use browser settings to block third-party cookies
• Opt out of personalised advertising through industry opt-out tools
• Use ad-blocking software (though this may affect website functionality)

Data Collection for Advertising

Information collected for advertising purposes may include:

• Pages you visit on our website
• Links you click
• Time spent on different pages
• General geographic location
• Device and browser information

This information is typically collected anonymously and used to deliver more relevant advertisements. For detailed information about data collection and usage, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Your Privacy Rights

Under applicable data protection regulations, you have the right to:

• Know what data is collected about you for advertising purposes
• Request access to your data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of data collection for advertising
• Withdraw consent for data processing

Regulatory Compliance

We comply with all applicable advertising regulations and standards, including:

• UK Code of Non-broadcast Advertising and Direct & Promotional Marketing (CAP Code)
• Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations
• UK GDPR requirements for advertising data collection
• Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) guidelines
• E-Commerce Regulations regarding commercial communications

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

Updates to This Disclosure

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

Significant changes to our advertising practices will be communicated through appropriate notices on our website. We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about how we handle advertising on our website.