Advertising Disclosure
Last Updated: November 2025
At Fortivex, transparency is a core value that extends to how we present information about our cybersecurity training programs and any advertising relationships we maintain. This disclosure explains our advertising practices, affiliate partnerships, and how we handle sponsored content.
We believe in being upfront about financial relationships that may influence the content you see on our platform. This disclosure is provided in accordance with advertising standards and consumer protection regulations.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We are committed to maintaining trust with our audience by clearly disclosing any financial relationships or advertising arrangements. When we recommend products, services, or educational resources, we do so based on their merit and relevance to cybersecurity professionals, not solely on financial considerations.
Our primary goal is providing high-quality cybersecurity education. Any advertising or affiliate relationships are secondary to this mission and are disclosed whenever they may influence content presented on our platform.
Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships
Affiliate Program Participation
Fortivex may participate in affiliate programs with companies that provide cybersecurity tools, software, certifications, or related educational resources. When you click certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
These affiliate relationships allow us to support our operations and continue providing quality training content. However, we only promote products and services that we believe have genuine value for cybersecurity professionals and align with our educational mission.
Commission-Based Recommendations
When we receive compensation for product recommendations, this relationship does not compromise our commitment to providing honest, objective information. Our recommendations are based on:
Product Evaluation Standards
Before recommending any product or service, we evaluate it against rigorous criteria. We consider user reviews, industry reputation, technical specifications, and how well it serves the needs of cybersecurity professionals. Financial compensation does not influence our assessment of whether a product meets these standards.
Disclosure of Financial Relationships
We clearly identify affiliate links and partnerships when they appear on our platform. Look for disclosures near links or recommendations indicating that we may earn compensation from purchases or sign-ups. This transparency allows you to make informed decisions about following our recommendations.
Sponsored Content and Brand Partnerships
Identification of Sponsored Content
Occasionally, we may feature sponsored content or paid promotions from companies in the cybersecurity industry. All sponsored content is clearly labeled with designations such as:
Editorial Independence
While we accept sponsored content, we maintain editorial control over what appears on our platform. Sponsorships do not influence our core educational content, course curriculum, or instructional materials. We reserve the right to decline sponsorships that do not align with our values or educational mission.
Brand Partnership Policies
When partnering with brands, we ensure that partnerships benefit our audience by providing access to quality resources, educational opportunities, or relevant industry insights. All partnerships are evaluated based on their contribution to the cybersecurity education community.
Content Authenticity
Even in sponsored content, we maintain our commitment to accuracy and educational value. All information presented is factually correct to the best of our knowledge, and we do not misrepresent products or services to satisfy sponsor expectations.
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Display Advertising
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior. For more information about how these technologies work, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Behavioral Targeting
Third-party advertisers may use information about your visits to our website and other websites to provide advertisements about goods and services of interest to you. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, involves:
Advertising Network Policies
We work with reputable advertising networks that adhere to industry standards for privacy and data protection. However, we do not control the privacy practices of third-party advertisers. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any advertisers whose content appears on our platform.
Ad Personalization Practices
Advertising networks may personalize advertisements based on demographic information, geographic location, and inferred interests. This personalization aims to show you advertisements more relevant to your professional interests and cybersecurity career goals.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
Managing Advertising Preferences
You have several options for managing how advertising affects your experience:
Opt-Out Procedures
If you prefer not to receive targeted advertisements, you can opt out through various mechanisms provided by advertising networks and industry organizations. Note that opting out does not eliminate all advertisements; it means advertisements will be less personalized to your interests.
Data Collection Transparency
When advertising networks collect data about your interactions with our website, this collection is governed by their privacy policies in addition to ours. We encourage you to review these policies to understand how your information is used for advertising purposes.
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding how your data is used for advertising purposes. These rights may include accessing your data, requesting deletion, or objecting to certain processing activities. Refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about your data protection rights.
Regulatory Compliance
We comply with applicable advertising regulations and consumer protection laws, including guidelines that require clear disclosure of material connections between endorsers and advertisers. Our advertising practices align with standards set by relevant regulatory authorities.
We believe these standards protect consumers and maintain trust in the marketplace. Our commitment to transparency reflects these values and ensures that our audience can make informed decisions about educational investments and cybersecurity resources.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
If you have questions about our advertising disclosure, affiliate relationships, or how we handle sponsored content, please contact us. We are committed to transparency and will gladly address any concerns about our advertising practices.
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