Advertising Disclosure

Transparency in our partnerships and promotional relationships

Our Commitment to Transparency

At LedgerPro Professional Bookkeeping Institute, we believe in complete transparency regarding our advertising relationships and financial partnerships. This disclosure explains how we may receive compensation through various channels while maintaining our commitment to providing honest, valuable educational recommendations.

We adhere to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines and Japanese advertising standards to ensure our students and website visitors receive clear, honest information about our commercial relationships. This policy covers all forms of advertising, partnerships, and promotional activities on our website.

Last updated: September 13, 2025

Affiliate Relationships and Partnerships

Educational Software Partnerships

LedgerPro maintains affiliate relationships with several accounting software providers that we genuinely recommend to our students:

  • QuickBooks: We receive commissions when students purchase QuickBooks licenses through our referral links
  • Sage Accounting: Affiliate partnership providing student discounts on software subscriptions
  • Yayoi Accounting: Collaboration with Japan's leading accounting software provider
  • Freee Accounting: Partnership offering special rates for course participants

Important: We only recommend software that we genuinely use in our curriculum and believe benefits our students' education.

Certification Body Relationships

We maintain partnerships with professional certification organizations:

  • Japanese Institute of Certified Public Accountants (JICPA) - Educational partnership
  • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) - International certification preparation
  • QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program - Training certification pathway

Commission Structure and Disclosure

Financial Transparency: When you purchase products or services through our affiliate links, we may receive a commission ranging from 5% to 15% of the purchase price. This commission comes from the vendor, not from you, and does not increase your cost.

These commissions help support our educational programs, allowing us to offer competitive course pricing and maintain high-quality instruction standards.

Product Recommendation Policies

Our recommendation process follows strict guidelines:

  • All recommended products are thoroughly tested by our instructors
  • We maintain editorial independence in all product reviews
  • Affiliate status never compromises our honest assessment
  • We clearly mark all affiliate links and sponsored content
  • Student success is prioritized over commission potential

Sponsored Content and Paid Promotions

Identification of Sponsored Content

All sponsored content on our website is clearly labeled using one of the following disclosures:

"Sponsored by [Company Name]"

"Paid Partnership"

"Advertisement"

"Promotional Content"

Brand Partnership Standards

Our sponsored content partnerships are governed by strict standards:

  • Educational Relevance: All sponsored content must provide genuine value to our students
  • Quality Standards: Partners must meet our high standards for educational tools and services
  • Honest Reviews: We maintain the right to provide honest assessments, even in sponsored content
  • Clear Disclosure: Sponsorship is disclosed prominently at the beginning of content
  • Editorial Control: We retain editorial control over all sponsored content

Content Authenticity Guarantee

Our Promise: Even in sponsored content, we only endorse products and services that our instructors personally use and recommend. Our reputation and student success are more valuable than any advertising revenue.

Third-Party Advertising Networks

Advertising Networks Used

We work with reputable advertising networks to display relevant ads:

  • Google Ads: Contextual advertising based on page content and user interests
  • Educational Ad Networks: Specialized platforms focusing on professional development content
  • Direct Partnerships: Carefully selected advertisers in the accounting and education sectors

Behavioral Targeting and Data Usage

Our advertising practices include:

  • Use of cookies and tracking pixels for ad personalization (with your consent)
  • Integration with Google Ads for remarketing to previous website visitors
  • Collection of anonymous demographic data for ad targeting
  • Frequency capping to limit repetitive ad exposure

You can manage your ad preferences through your browser settings or our Cookie Policy page.

Ad Content Standards

All advertisements on our website must meet our content standards:

  • Educational or professional relevance to our audience
  • No misleading or false claims about products or services
  • Appropriate content suitable for professional learners
  • Compliance with advertising regulations in Japan
  • No interference with educational content or user experience

Your Rights and Advertising Controls

Ad Preference Management

You have several options to control your advertising experience:

  • Cookie Settings: Adjust cookie preferences on our Cookie Policy page
  • Google Ad Settings: Manage personalized ads through your Google account
  • Browser Controls: Use browser settings to block or limit tracking
  • Ad Blockers: Install browser extensions to limit advertising display

Opt-Out Procedures

How to Opt Out of Targeted Advertising:

  1. Visit our Cookie Policy page and adjust your preferences
  2. Use Google's Ads Settings to disable personalized advertising
  3. Install privacy browser extensions or use private browsing modes
  4. Contact us directly to request exclusion from certain advertising programs

Data Collection for Advertising

Information used for advertising purposes may include:

  • Pages visited and content viewed on our website
  • Course interests and educational preferences
  • General demographic information (age range, location)
  • Device and browser information for ad delivery

We do not sell personal information to third parties. All data usage complies with our Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under applicable privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, Japan's Personal Information Protection Act), you have the right to access, correct, or delete personal information used for advertising purposes. Contact us to exercise these rights or for questions about our advertising practices.

Questions About Our Advertising Practices

We're committed to transparency and ethical advertising practices. If you have questions about our partnerships, sponsored content, or advertising policies, please don't hesitate to contact us:

Contact us through our website form

+81 3-3262-2313

Monday-Friday, 9:00-18:00 JST

We review and update our advertising disclosure regularly to ensure continued transparency and compliance with evolving regulations and best practices.