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Advertising Practices | Dink Quest

At Dink Quest, we are committed to providing high-quality pickleball content while maintaining transparency about how advertising operates on our platform. This page explains our advertising practices, including how ads are displayed, our use of affiliate links, and how we ensure a positive experience for our readers.

1. How We Use Advertising on Dink Quest

Advertising helps us continue delivering free, high-quality content about pickleball, including news, tournaments, player spotlights, and expert insights. We use a combination of:

✅ Display Ads – Partnering with trusted ad networks such as Google AdSense to show relevant advertisements.
✅ Affiliate Marketing – Recommending products and services through affiliate links where we may earn a commission.
✅ Sponsored Content – Occasionally working with brands to create promotional content relevant to our readers.

Our goal is to ensure that advertisements are non-intrusive, relevant, and add value to your experience.

2. Display Ads & Third-Party Ad Networks

We work with third-party advertising partners, such as Google AdSense, to show ads that may be tailored to your interests.

How Display Ads Work:

Ads may be contextual, meaning they are based on the content of the page you are visiting.
Some ads use cookies and tracking technologies to display ads relevant to your browsing behaviour.

How You Can Control Ads:

You can opt out of personalised ads through Google Ad Settings (Google Ads Preferences).
Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
Use ad blockers (though this may affect some website functionality).

We strive to ensure that the ads displayed on Dink Quest are safe, relevant, and appropriate. However, if you ever come across an ad that seems inappropriate, please contact us so we can review it.

3. Affiliate Marketing & Sponsored Links

Some of our content includes affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission when you purchase products through those links. These commissions come at no extra cost to you and help support the content we create.

How We Handle Affiliate Links:

🔹 We only recommend pickleball-related products and services that we genuinely believe in.
🔹 Our product reviews and recommendations are not influenced by commissions—we prioritise honest opinions.
🔹 We clearly label affiliate links within our content for full transparency.

Example Disclaimer:
“This page contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support Dink Quest and allows us to continue providing quality pickleball content.”

4. Sponsored Content & Partnerships

Occasionally, we may collaborate with brands, companies, or organisations for sponsored content. This includes:
✅ Product Reviews – Featuring new pickleball gear, apparel, and accessories.
✅ Tournament & Event Sponsorships – Promoting major pickleball events.
✅ Club & Brand Collaborations – Showcasing local clubs, training programs, and coaching services.

Our Promise for Sponsored Content:

We only work with brands that align with our values and audience interests.
Sponsored posts will always be clearly marked for transparency.
Our reviews and recommendations remain honest and unbiased, regardless of sponsorship.

If you’re interested in sponsoring content on Dink Quest, visit our Advertise With Us page for more details.

5. Ethical Advertising Standards

We are committed to maintaining high standards for advertising on Dink Quest:
✔ No misleading or deceptive ads – We do not allow false claims or exaggerated promotions.
✔ No intrusive ads – We avoid excessive pop-ups, autoplay videos, or disruptive experiences.
✔ Privacy-conscious – We respect your data and follow best practices for cookie tracking and GDPR compliance.

6. How to Advertise With Us

Are you a pickleball brand, tournament organiser, or business looking to reach the UK pickleball community? We offer advertising opportunities tailored to your needs:

📌 Sponsored Blog Posts & Reviews – Feature your product or event.
📌 Banner Ads – Get your brand in front of our engaged audience.
📌 Newsletter Sponsorships – Promote directly to our email subscribers.

To learn more about advertising on Dink Quest, contact us at:

📧 [Info@dinkquest.com]
🌍 www.dinkquest.com