Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure Policy

At Banking Gurukul, GOLN (“Website,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), transparency with our readers is a core value. To maintain your trust and comply with global advertising and consumer protection regulations, this Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure Policy explains how we manage advertising, sponsored content, and affiliate partnerships.

Effective Date: [10, January, 2024]
Last Updated: [13, September, 2025]

 

  1. Independence of Editorial Content
  • All editorial content on this Website is produced independently of advertising or sponsorship.
  • Articles, guides, and educational resources are not influenced by advertisers or affiliate partners.
  • If content is sponsored, paid for, or created in partnership, it will be clearly labelled as such.

 

  1. Types of Advertising on Our Website

We may display the following forms of advertising:

  1. Display Ads (e.g., Google AdSense)
    • These are automatically generated and may be targeted based on your interests, browsing behaviour, or cookies.
    • We do not control the specific products/services shown but strive to partner only with reputable networks.
  2. Sponsored Content / Partnerships
    • Occasionally, we may collaborate with brands, organisations, or institutions to produce sponsored articles, videos, or features.
    • All such content will carry a “Sponsored” or “Paid Partnership” label.
  3. Affiliate Links
    • Some articles may include affiliate links to products or services.
    • If you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
    • Affiliate relationships will always be disclosed within the content.

 

  1. Affiliate Program Participation

Banking Gurukul, GOLN may participate in various affiliate programs, including but not limited to:

  • Amazon Associates
  • Banking & Finance Book Publishers
  • Course Platforms & EdTech Providers
  • Fintech and Financial Service Companies

When affiliate links are used:

  • They are included only if relevant and valuable to our readers.
  • We never recommend a product/service solely for commission.
  • Affiliate partnerships are disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines, Google AdSense requirements, GDPR, and CCPA.

 

  1. Cookie & Data Use for Advertising
  • We and our third-party partners (e.g., Google AdSense, Facebook Pixel, Stripe, PayPal) may use cookies to personalise ads, measure effectiveness, and analyse traffic.
  • Users in the EU/UK are provided with a Cookie Consent Banner in compliance with the ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) and GDPR.
  • Users in California and Brazil may exercise opt-out rights under CCPA and LGPD.
  • For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

 

  1. No Endorsement Guarantee
  • Advertising, affiliate links, or sponsored content do not constitute an endorsement, warranty, or guarantee of the advertiser’s product or service.
  • We are not liable for the claims, quality, or outcomes of third-party products/services.
  • Readers are encouraged to review third-party websites’ terms and privacy policies before engaging.

 

  1. Compliance Commitments

We comply with the following global regulations and standards:

  • Google Publisher Policies & AdSense Rules
  • FTC Advertising & Endorsement Guidelines (USA)
  • GDPR (EU/EEA) & ePrivacy Directive / Cookie Law
  • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
  • LGPD (Brazilian Data Protection Law)
  • CalOPPA (California Online Privacy Protection Act)
  • COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)
  • ASA (UK Advertising Standards Authority) Guidelines

 

  1. How We Ensure Transparency
  • Clear Labelling: Sponsored, affiliate, or paid content will always be marked.
  • Separate Editorial Control: Our editorial team makes independent decisions.
  • Honest Recommendations: Products/services are suggested only when genuinely relevant and useful.
  • Opt-Out Options: Users may manage cookie and advertising preferences via our Cookie Banner or browser settings.

 

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure, please contact us:

  • Editor: editor@bankinggoln.com
  • Press Release: pr@bankinggoln.com
  • Complaints: complaint@bankinggoln.com

Addresses:

  • USA Office: 10601 Clarence Dr Ste 250, Frisco, TX 75033-3867
  • Bangladesh Office: A3, Navana Sattar Garden, 86/1 New Eskaton Road, Dhaka 1000