Advertising Disclosure
IVY LOCK REAL ESTATE is committed to complete transparency about our advertising relationships and revenue sources. This disclosure explains how we maintain editorial independence while supporting our sustainable mission through various partnerships.
Disclosure updated: July 20, 2025
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Programs Participation
IVY LOCK REAL ESTATE participates in affiliate marketing programs with sustainable product and service providers. When you click on certain links or make purchases through our recommendations, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Sustainable Partners
- • Renewable energy suppliers
- • Eco-friendly home improvement services
- • Green technology providers
- • Sustainable furniture retailers
Property Services
- • Energy efficiency assessors
- • Green building consultants
- • Sustainable insurance providers
- • Eco-conscious moving services
Commission-Based Link Explanations
How Our Affiliate Links Work:
- Links marked with an asterisk (*) or labeled as "partner links" are affiliate links
- Commission rates typically range from 3-12% depending on the partner and service type
- Commissions help fund our free property matching services and sustainability research
- Your purchase price remains the same whether you use our links or not
Product Recommendation Policies
Editorial Independence
Our property recommendations and sustainability advice are based solely on environmental merit, energy efficiency, and value to eco-conscious renters. Affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial decisions or property ratings.
Quality Standards
We only recommend products, services, and properties that meet our strict sustainability criteria and align with our environmental values. All partners undergo thorough vetting for genuine eco-credentials.
Financial Relationship Transparency
We maintain transparency about all financial relationships:
- • Clear labeling of all sponsored content
- • Disclosure of partner relationships in property listings
- • Transparent commission structures
- • Regular updates to partnership status
- • Open communication about revenue sources
- • Ethical advertising practices compliance
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
All sponsored content on IVY LOCK REAL ESTATE is clearly identified using the following methods:
Clear Labels
"Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or "Advertisement"
Visual Indicators
Distinct styling and color coding for sponsored content
Disclosure Statements
Prominent disclosure at the beginning of sponsored content
Sponsored Post Labeling Policies
Content Types Requiring Disclosure
- • Property features sponsored by developers or landlords
- • Product reviews with compensation or free samples
- • Guest posts from commercial partners
- • Educational content funded by sustainable brands
- • Research studies sponsored by environmental organizations
Labeling Standards
All sponsored content includes:
- • Clear sponsor identification at the top of content
- • Explanation of the commercial relationship
- • Statement about editorial independence maintained
- • Contact information for sponsor inquiries
Brand Partnership Disclosures
Current Brand Partnerships:
Sustainability Partners
- • Renewable energy certification bodies
- • Green building material suppliers
- • Eco-friendly appliance manufacturers
- • Sustainable insurance providers
Service Providers
- • Energy efficiency consultants
- • Solar panel installation companies
- • Green property management firms
- • Sustainable lifestyle brands
Content Authenticity Guarantees
Editorial Integrity: Sponsored content maintains the same quality standards as our independent content
Fact Verification: All sponsored claims are independently verified for accuracy
Environmental Standards: Sponsored partners must meet our sustainability criteria
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks Used
IVY LOCK REAL ESTATE partners with select advertising networks that align with our environmental values:
Google Ads
Sustainable living and green property advertisements filtered for relevance
Eco-Focused Networks
Specialized advertising networks serving environmental and sustainability sectors
Behavioral Targeting Disclosure
How Behavioral Advertising Works on Our Site:
- We collect data about your browsing behavior to show more relevant eco-friendly advertisements
- Targeting is based on sustainable living interests and property preferences
- You can opt out of behavioral targeting through our cookie preferences
- Data is shared only with vetted advertising partners who respect privacy
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising Cookies
We use cookies to deliver personalized advertisements related to sustainable living. These cookies track your interests in eco-friendly properties and green lifestyle products to show more relevant ads.
Cookie Control
You can manage advertising cookies through our Cookie Policy page or your browser settings. Disabling advertising cookies won't affect core website functionality.
Ad Personalization Practices
Interest-Based Ads: Show sustainable products and services based on your browsing history
Geographic Targeting: Display local eco-friendly services and properties in your area
Demographic Matching: Age and family-appropriate sustainable living solutions
User Rights and Controls
Ad Preference Management Options
Cookie Preferences
Control advertising cookies through our cookie management system
Ad Personalization
Opt in or out of personalized advertising based on your interests
Privacy Controls
Manage data sharing with advertising partners
Opt-Out Procedures
How to Opt Out of Various Advertising Practices:
Behavioral Advertising: Visit our Cookie Policy page and disable advertising storage cookies
Google Ads: Use Google's Ad Settings to control personalized advertising
Email Marketing: Unsubscribe links in all commercial emails or contact us directly
Data Sharing: Request data deletion or opt-out through our privacy policy procedures
Data Collection for Advertising Purposes
What We Collect
- • Pages visited and time spent on sustainable living content
- • Property types and locations you're interested in
- • Interaction with eco-friendly product recommendations
- • General demographic information for relevant targeting
How It's Used
- • Show advertisements for sustainable products and services
- • Improve the relevance of property recommendations
- • Support targeted content about eco-friendly living
- • Fund our free sustainable rental matching services
Rights Under Privacy Regulations
Under UK GDPR and consumer protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access all advertising data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate advertising preferences
- Delete your advertising profile completely
- Object to advertising data processing
- Receive your data in a portable format
- Lodge complaints with data protection authorities