The Advertising & Sponsorship Policy of Worldys News defines how commercial content will be handled once monetization is introduced. This policy exists in advance of advertising to ensure transparency, editorial independence, and reader trust.

1. Separation of Editorial and Commercial Influence

Advertising relationships do not influence news coverage. Editorial decisions are made independently under our Editorial Guidelines & Ethics Policy and are never subject to sponsor approval or interference. Content is not altered, delayed, or suppressed on the basis of commercial interest.

2. Advertising Identification and Labeling

All paid or sponsored material will be clearly distinguished from editorial content. We may use labels such as:

• Sponsored
• Advertisement
• Partner Content

Sponsored content will not appear within investigative reports, corrections, or fact-checking content and will not be designed to resemble independent reporting.

3. Acceptable and Unacceptable Advertisers

Worldys News may accept advertising from legitimate commercial, institutional, academic, and nonprofit entities. However, we will not accept advertising from sources that engage in or promote:

• Misinformation, fraud, or hate speech
• Unverified medical, health, or financial claims
• Political influence operations or covert advocacy groups
• Illegal activities or sanctioned entities

Advertising eligibility is determined at the sole discretion of Worldys News.

4. Sponsored Editorial Collaborations

If Worldys News publishes sponsored series, interviews, or branded segments in the future, the following conditions will apply:

• Full disclosure to readers using visible and persistent labeling
• No sponsor control over final wording, framing, or conclusions
• Editorial review and approval remain under newsroom authority

5. Affiliate and Referral Links (Future Use)

If affiliate or commerce integrations are introduced, they will be disclosed within affected articles. Affiliate partnerships will not influence product coverage or editorial selection. Reviews and recommendations will remain evidence-based and independent.

6. Data and Targeting Transparency

At this time, Worldys News does not conduct targeted advertising. If targeted or programmatic advertising is introduced later, changes will be reflected in the Privacy Policy and disclosed on this page before implementation.

7. Enforcement and Complaints

Violations of this policy by sponsors or affiliates may result in termination of partnership. Readers may report undisclosed or misleading advertising to advertise@worldys.news for review.

Last updated: October 2025