Advertising Policy — Shobdoshoili
Last updated: September 2, 2025
Welcome to Shobdoshoili. This Advertising Policy explains how we handle advertising, sponsored content, and affiliate partnerships on our literary site (stories, poetry, essays, prose and book reviews). Our goal is to support the site while protecting reader trust, editorial independence, and privacy. Shobdoshoili’s main content categories include Stories, Poetry, Essays, Prose, and Book Reviews. (শব্দশৈলী)
Purpose & Scope
This policy applies to all paid promotions on Shobdoshoili—display ads, sponsored posts, affiliate links, newsletters, and any native or programmatic campaigns. It governs what we accept, how we label it, and how we protect our readers’ interests. Use of the term “advertising” below includes sponsored content and affiliate relationships.
Types of Advertising We Accept
We accept responsible, relevant advertising that respects our audience and editorial values. Accepted forms include:
- Display advertising (banners, in-article units, sidebar placements).
- Sponsored content / paid articles (clearly labeled and subject to editorial review).
- Affiliate links (product or book links where Shobdoshoili may earn a commission).
- Sponsored newsletters or social posts (clearly disclosed).
- Programmatic ads served via approved ad partners (listed in our ads.txt where applicable). (Google Help, IAB Tech Lab)
We will not accept ads that conflict with our values or harm reader trust (see Section 7).
Editorial Independence & EAAT
Shobdoshoili’s editorial team maintains full control over site content. Advertisers cannot influence editorial decisions, article tone, or coverage. Sponsored content is produced or reviewed in collaboration with advertisers only when explicitly agreed, and it is always labeled and fact-checked to meet our standards for accuracy and fairness—key elements of EAAT (Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness).
Labeling & Disclosure (Legal & Best Practices)
We follow legal and industry guidance on disclosure and transparency:
- All sponsored posts and paid partnerships are labeled clearly (e.g., “Sponsored,” “Paid Partnership,” or “Advertisement”) at the top of the content.
- Affiliate links are disclosed in-line and in our site footer or a visible disclosure box on the relevant page.
- We follow the Federal Trade Commission’s guidance that material connections between publishers and advertisers must be disclosed clearly and conspicuously. (Federal Trade Commission)
Clear labeling helps readers identify paid content immediately and preserves trust.
Affiliate Links & Product Reviews
Shobdoshoili may link to books, literary services, or products using affiliate programs. When we receive free review copies or compensation for reviews, we disclose that relationship in the review itself. Reviews remain honest and are judged on editorial merit; compensation will never guarantee positive coverage. This practice aligns with FTC expectations for honest endorsements and transparent disclosures. (Federal Trade Commission)
Programmatic Transparency & Ads.txt
To reduce ad fraud and protect advertisers and readers, we implement industry best practices for programmatic transparency, including maintaining an ads.txt file where appropriate and working with reputable ad networks and exchanges. Using ads.txt helps ensure buyers know which sellers are authorized to sell our inventory. (IAB Tech Lab, Google Help)
Ad Content Standards — What We Reject
We reserve the right to refuse or remove any ad that:
- Contains hate speech, discrimination, nudity, or explicit sexual content.
- Promotes illegal activities, gambling in restricted jurisdictions, or dangerous products.
- Makes misleading or unsubstantiated health, legal, or financial claims.
- Uses deceptive or aggressive pop-up/autoplay behavior that harms user experience.
- Conflicts with the safety or dignity of our literary audience.
Advertisers must provide truthful claims and substantiation for product claims upon request. Ads that fail to meet these standards will be removed without prior notice.
Privacy, Cookies & Data Use
We respect reader privacy. Personal data is never sold to third parties. Ad partners may use cookies or similar technologies for ad delivery and measurement; these are governed by our Privacy Policy and cookie consent tools. Users can manage ad tracking preferences through their browser or our consent widget.
Liability & Indemnity
Shobdoshoili is not responsible for the content or claims made by third-party advertisers. Advertisers are responsible for legal compliance of their creatives, landing pages, and claims. Advertisers agree to indemnify Shobdoshoili against claims arising from their ads.
Compliance with Law & Industry Standards
We comply with applicable advertising laws and follow industry guidance for native and influencer disclosures. We also encourage advertisers to follow the same legal standards (e.g., FTC’s Endorsement Guides) and programmatic transparency standards (e.g., ads.txt). (Federal Trade Commission, IAB Tech Lab)
How to Advertise with Shobdoshoili
If you are interested in advertising with us, please email our Ads Team with the following details:
- Campaign objective and preferred dates
- Ad creatives (sizes and sample copy)
- Targeting preferences (if any)
- Budget and billing contact
Contact: ads@shobdoshoili.com (or use the Contact page on the site). We will review proposals promptly and respond with availability, pricing, and technical specifications.
Reporting Problems or Non-Compliant Ads
If you see an ad that violates this policy or is misleading, please report it to us at ads@shobdoshoili.com. We investigate complaints and will remove any non-compliant creatives as soon as possible.
Policy Changes & Versioning
This Advertising Policy may be updated from time to time. We will publish the revision date at the top of this page. Major changes that affect how ads are labeled or how user data is handled will be announced to partners.
Questions
For questions about this Advertising Policy, commercial partnerships, or to request a media kit, contact:
editor.shobdoshoili@gmail.com or use the Contact page on our site.
Thank you for supporting Shobdoshoili. We value our readers and partners and are committed to responsible, transparent advertising that complements the literary experience.