TheSportory is committed to maintaining a trustworthy, respectful, and user-focused environment for both readers and advertisers. These Advertising Guidelines outline the standards and policies that govern all advertising, sponsorships, and promotional content published on TheSportory.
All advertisers and partners are expected to comply with the guidelines below.
General Advertising Principles
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All advertisements must be lawful, honest, and non-deceptive
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Ads must clearly represent the product or service being promoted
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Advertising content must not compromise editorial integrity
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Advertisements must respect user experience and site performance
TheSportory reserves the right to reject or remove any advertisement that does not meet these standards.
Editorial Independence
Advertising and sponsored content do not influence TheSportory’s editorial decisions. Our writers and editors operate independently, and all opinions expressed in editorial content remain unbiased.
Sponsored or branded content will always be clearly labeled to ensure transparency for readers.
Prohibited Advertising Content
TheSportory does not accept advertisements that include or promote:
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Illegal products or services
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False, misleading, or exaggerated claims
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Hate speech, discrimination, or harassment
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Adult, explicit, or pornographic material
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Malware, spyware, or deceptive downloads
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Content that violates intellectual property rights
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Excessive or intrusive pop-ups or auto-redirects
Restricted Advertising Categories
Advertising in the following categories may be allowed only where legally permitted and subject to additional review:
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Betting, gambling, or fantasy sports platforms
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Financial or investment services
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Health or fitness products making claims
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Political or issue-based promotions
TheSportory reserves the right to request additional documentation or disclaimers where necessary.
Ad Formats and Placement
We support multiple advertising formats, including:
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Display banners
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Sponsored articles or features
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Newsletter sponsorships
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Homepage and category placements
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Social media promotions
Ad placements must not disrupt site usability, obscure content, or degrade page performance.
Sponsored Content Guidelines
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Sponsored content must align with TheSportory’s audience and values
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All sponsored articles will be clearly labeled as “Sponsored” or “Advertisement”
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Advertisers may not present promotional material as independent editorial content
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TheSportory reserves final approval over sponsored content
Third-Party Advertising Networks
Ads served through third-party networks are expected to comply with these guidelines as well as applicable network policies. TheSportory is not responsible for the content of external websites linked through advertisements.
Policy Enforcement
TheSportory reserves the right to:
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Approve, reject, suspend, or remove advertising at any time
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Modify advertising placement or format for performance or compliance
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Update these guidelines without prior notice
Violations may result in immediate removal of advertising content without refund.
Contact Information
For advertising inquiries or clarification regarding these guidelines, please contact:
Email: advertise@thesportory.com