Overview
Boston Darts (bos-social.com) is committed to transparency about our advertising practices and affiliate relationships. This policy explains how we work with sponsors and affiliate partners while maintaining our editorial integrity.
We believe in providing honest, unbiased information to help you find the best places to play darts, trivia, and other bar games in Boston. When content is sponsored or contains affiliate links, we clearly disclose this information.
Sponsored Content
Some content on our site is sponsored by local businesses. This may include:
- •Featured Venue Tiles: Businesses that pay for enhanced visibility in our venue listings.
- •Banner Ads: Promotional content from local businesses and partners.
- •Newsletter Sponsorships: Businesses featured in our email communications.
- •Event Co-Sponsorships: Partners who support community events.
All sponsored content is clearly labeled with a "Sponsored" or "Ad" badge in compliance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines under 16 CFR Part 255.
Affiliate Links
Boston Darts participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links and make a purchase. These programs include, but are not limited to:
- •Amazon Associates Program
- •Eventbrite Affiliate Program
- •Dice.fm Partner Program
- •Board game and sports equipment retailers
Affiliate links are disclosed with text such as "Contains affiliate link" near the relevant content. Clicking an affiliate link does not affect the price you pay for any product or service.
Editorial Independence
Our editorial content is independent of our advertising relationships. Sponsors and affiliate partners do not influence:
- •Our venue reviews, ratings, or editorial recommendations
- •The ranking or order of non-sponsored venue listings
- •Our guides, articles, or informational content
- •Community-submitted events or venue information
We may receive free products, services, or other benefits from some businesses we feature. When this materially affects our coverage, we disclose it.
Amazon Associates Disclosure
As an Amazon Associate, Boston Darts earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
How We Select Sponsors & Affiliates
We carefully select advertising and affiliate partners that we believe provide value to our community. We prioritize:
- •Local Boston-area businesses
- •Products and services relevant to bar games and social entertainment
- •Reputable companies with quality products and services
We reserve the right to decline advertising that we believe does not align with our community's interests.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our advertising practices or would like to report a concern, please contact us:
Email: ads@bos-social.com
For advertising inquiries, please visit our Advertise With Us page.
FTC Compliance
This disclosure policy is designed to comply with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255). We are committed to maintaining transparency in all our advertising relationships.
For more information about FTC guidelines, visit: FTC Endorsement Guides