Advertising Disclosure

Participation in Affiliate Programs

We may participate in affiliate marketing programs with select partners in the tea industry, travel sector, and related fields. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant. This arrangement does not increase your cost for products or services.

These affiliate relationships help support our work in connecting people with authentic Vietnamese tea sources and cultural experiences. The commissions we receive allow us to continue providing educational content and maintaining our network of tea community partnerships.

Commission-Based Links

We may include affiliate links in the following areas of our website:

• • Product recommendations for tea ware, storage solutions, or brewing equipment
• • Travel services including accommodation, transportation, or travel insurance
• • Educational resources such as books, courses, or cultural materials
• • Partner tea vendors and importers who share our values

Product Recommendation Policy

Our recommendations are based on genuine belief in the value of products and services we suggest. We prioritize:

• • Quality and Authenticity: We only recommend products and services we believe meet high standards
• • Cultural Respect: Partners must demonstrate respect for Vietnamese tea culture and communities
• • Ethical Practices: We partner with businesses that prioritize fair trade and sustainability
• • User Value: Recommendations are made with your best interests in mind, not solely for commission potential

Financial Relationship Transparency

The existence of an affiliate relationship does not influence the price you pay or the quality of service you receive. Merchants pay us a percentage of sales as a referral fee, but this is built into their existing business model and does not add costs to your purchase. In many cases, we may be able to secure special discounts or offers for our community members.

Identification of Sponsored Content

Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions from partners in the tea industry. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled with one of the following disclosures:

• • "Sponsored by [Brand Name]"
• • "In partnership with [Brand Name]"
• • "Paid promotion"
• • "Sponsored content"

Sponsored Post Labeling Policy

When we publish sponsored content, we maintain full editorial control over the content to ensure it aligns with our values and provides genuine value to our readers. We will never promote products, services, or practices that conflict with our commitment to authentic Vietnamese tea culture and ethical sourcing.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may enter into long-term partnerships with brands and organizations that share our mission. These relationships may include various forms of compensation, including financial support, product provision, or cross-promotional activities. All such partnerships will be disclosed clearly in relevant content.

Content Authenticity Guarantee

Whether content is sponsored or not, we guarantee that all information we share is accurate to the best of our knowledge and reflects our honest opinions and experiences. We do not allow sponsors to dictate the content of our articles or reviews beyond providing factual information about their products or services.

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing activity. For more information about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

Behavioral Targeting Disclosure

Third-party advertisers may collect information about your visits to our website and other sites to provide advertisements about goods and services that may be of interest to you. This practice is known as behavioral advertising or interest-based advertising.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Advertising networks may place cookies on your device to track your browsing behavior and serve targeted advertisements. You can control cookie usage through your browser settings or by using the cookie preference tools we provide on our website.

Ad Personalization Practices

We strive to ensure that advertisements displayed on our site are relevant and respectful. We do not knowingly allow advertisements that are misleading, offensive, or inappropriate for our audience interested in Vietnamese tea culture and ethical sourcing practices.

Ad Preference Management

You have control over the types of advertisements you see and the data collected for advertising purposes. You can manage your advertising preferences through your browser settings, cookie management tools, or advertising industry opt-out platforms.

Opt-Out Procedures

To limit advertising tracking and personalization:

• • Adjust your browser cookie settings to block third-party cookies
• • Use browser privacy modes or extensions that limit tracking
• • Visit industry opt-out pages to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies
• • Use our Cookie Policy page to manage your advertising cookie preferences

Data Collection for Advertising

Information collected for advertising purposes may include your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interactions with content. This data helps serve more relevant advertisements. 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 under privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or similar laws. These may include the right to access, correct, or delete data collected for advertising purposes. Contact us to exercise these rights.