At Terroir Collective, transparency is at the core of everything we do, including how we communicate about advertising and partnerships. This disclosure explains our advertising practices, affiliate relationships, and any sponsored content that may appear on our website or in our communications.
Last updated: December 13, 2025
Our Commitment to Transparency
We believe our audience deserves honest, straightforward information about any financial relationships that might influence the content we share. We are committed to full disclosure and compliance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and applicable advertising regulations.
When we recommend products, services, or partnerships, our primary concern is providing value to you and supporting ethical coffee farming communities. Financial considerations, while present, do not override our commitment to authenticity and quality.
Affiliate Relationships
Affiliate Program Participation
Terroir Collective may participate in affiliate marketing programs related to coffee equipment, travel services, or related products that enhance the coffee experience. When you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
These affiliate relationships help support our work facilitating connections between coffee drinkers and farming communities, but they never compromise our editorial integrity or recommendations.
How Affiliate Links Work
•When we link to products or services through affiliate programs, these links may contain tracking codes
•If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission
•The price you pay is never affected by our affiliate relationship
•Your decision to purchase through our links is entirely voluntary
Product Recommendation Policy
We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe add value to your coffee journey. Our recommendations are based on personal experience, research, and alignment with our values of transparency and ethical practices. The existence of an affiliate relationship does not guarantee a recommendation, and we regularly recommend products and services where no such relationship exists.
Financial Transparency
Affiliate commissions typically range from a small percentage of the sale price. These modest earnings help offset the costs of maintaining our website, coordinating with farming partners, and developing new ways to connect coffee drinkers with origin communities. We view affiliate income as a supplementary revenue stream, not our primary business model.
Sponsored Content
Paid Promotions and Partnerships
Occasionally, we may publish sponsored content, paid partnerships, or promotional materials in collaboration with brands or organizations that align with our mission. When this occurs:
•Sponsored content will be clearly labeled as "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or similar designation
•We maintain editorial control over all content, even when sponsored
•Sponsors cannot dictate our opinions or require us to provide positive reviews
•We only partner with organizations whose values align with our commitment to transparency and ethical practices
Sponsored Post Guidelines
Any sponsored posts or brand partnerships must meet our quality standards and provide genuine value to our audience. We reserve the right to decline sponsorship opportunities that conflict with our mission or could mislead our community. Transparency in labeling sponsored content is non-negotiable.
Content Authenticity Guarantee
Whether content is sponsored or organic, we commit to honesty and accuracy. Our opinions and experiences shared in sponsored content reflect our genuine perspectives. We believe that maintaining trust with our audience is more valuable than any single sponsorship opportunity.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display ads on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to show ads based on your browsing behavior across different websites. For detailed information about how we use cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.
Behavioral Targeting
Third-party advertisers may use information about your visits to our website and other websites to provide relevant advertisements. This practice, known as behavioral targeting or interest-based advertising, uses cookies to:
•Track which pages you visit
•Build a profile of your interests
•Show you ads that may be more relevant to your interests
Ad Personalization
Advertising networks may personalize the ads you see based on your inferred interests and online behavior. While we don't control these third-party advertising practices directly, we work with reputable networks that follow industry standards for privacy and user control.
No Sensitive Data Targeting
We do not knowingly allow advertising based on sensitive categories such as health conditions, financial status, or other personal circumstances that could be used inappropriately. We require our advertising partners to comply with privacy regulations and ethical advertising standards.
Your Rights and Controls
Managing Your Preferences
You have control over how advertising and tracking technologies affect your experience:
Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences
Adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies
Use browser privacy features or extensions to control tracking
Opt out of interest-based advertising through industry opt-out pages
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of personalized advertising through various means. While opting out doesn't eliminate all advertising, it does prevent ads from being tailored to your interests. Note that you may need to opt out separately in each browser and on each device you use.
Impact of Opting Out
Choosing to opt out of cookies or personalized advertising may affect your experience on our website. Some features may not work as smoothly, and you may see less relevant advertising. However, we respect your privacy choices and ensure that core website functionality remains available regardless of your advertising preferences.
Privacy Rights
Your privacy rights extend beyond advertising preferences. For comprehensive information about how we handle your personal data, including rights under privacy regulations, please review our Privacy Policy.
FTC Compliance Statement
Terroir Collective complies with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising. We disclose material connections between ourselves and the companies, products, or services we recommend or discuss.
Our goal is to help you make informed decisions. We provide disclosure not because regulations require it, but because transparency is fundamental to our mission and values. If you ever have questions about a specific relationship or recommendation, please don't hesitate to ask.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices?
If you have questions or concerns about our advertising disclosure, affiliate relationships, or sponsored content policies, we're here to provide answers: