Regulatory Compliance

Life Meets Pixel is an Australian registered business and we comply with both Australian and international advertising standards. We participate in various affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to affiliated websites and retailers.

In accordance with:

• The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) guidelines on advertising and endorsements
• The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising (for our international audience)

We are required to inform you of our affiliate relationships, sponsorships, and potential compensation. This disclosure ensures transparency and helps you make informed decisions.

What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special URLs that track when a visitor clicks through from our site to a merchant's website and makes a purchase. When you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

These commissions help support the operation of Life Meets Pixel and allow us to continue creating content for you.

Affiliate Programs We Participate In

We may participate in affiliate programs from various companies, including but not limited to:

• Amazon Associates
• Gaming platforms and digital distribution services
• Board game retailers and publishers
• Book retailers
• Gaming hardware and accessory manufacturers
• Streaming services

This list is not exhaustive and may change over time as we add or remove affiliate partnerships.

Our Commitment to Honesty and Transparency

As an Australian business, we take our obligations under the Australian Consumer Law seriously. We are committed to honest, transparent advertising and ensuring consumers can make informed decisions. Here's our commitment to you:

• Editorial Independence: Our reviews and opinions are never influenced by affiliate relationships. We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe in. All opinions are our own.
• Honest Reviews: Whether we use affiliate links or not, our reviews remain honest and unbiased. We will criticize products if they deserve it, regardless of potential affiliate earnings. We do not mislead or deceive consumers.
• No Extra Cost: Using our affiliate links costs you nothing extra. The price you pay is the same whether you use our link or go directly to the merchant.
• Quality First: We only include affiliate links for products and services that we believe provide value to our readers.
• Clear Disclosure: We clearly identify affiliate links, sponsored content, and paid partnerships in accordance with Australian advertising standards.

Review Copies and Free Products

We may receive free review copies of games, books, products, or early access to content from publishers, developers, and manufacturers. Receiving a free copy does not guarantee a positive review or any review at all.

When we review a product we received for free, we will disclose this information in the review. Our opinions remain independent and honest regardless of how we obtained the product.

Sponsored Content

From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid partnerships. Any sponsored or paid content will be clearly labeled as such with disclosures like "Sponsored," "Paid Partnership," or similar language.

Even in sponsored content, we maintain editorial control and only partner with brands and products that align with our values and that we believe will interest our audience.

Support Platforms

We may use support platforms such as Ko-fi, Patreon, or similar services to allow readers to support our work directly. These are voluntary contributions and do not guarantee any special treatment or influence over our content.

Your Support Matters

By using our affiliate links when making purchases, you're supporting Life Meets Pixel at no extra cost to yourself. This helps us:

• Cover website hosting and operational costs
• Purchase games and products to review
• Dedicate more time to creating quality content
• Keep the site free of intrusive advertising

However, you are never obligated to use our affiliate links. You're free to purchase products directly from merchants if you prefer.

Complaints and Concerns

We believe in complete transparency and accountability. If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, sponsored content, or how we earn revenue, or if you believe any of our content is misleading or deceptive, please contact us at:

michael@lifemeetspixel.com

If you have concerns about our advertising practices that you feel we have not adequately addressed, you may also contact:

• Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)
  www.accc.gov.au
  Phone: 1300 302 502