COMMERCIAL DISCLOSURES
Last revision: 06 May 2025
1. Introduction
This Commercial Disclosures document for guitarplayerdojo.com and all associated subdomains (collectively "we," "our," or "us"), operated by Outside Notes Music LLC, provides transparency about our business practices, revenue sources, and commercial relationships. We believe our users should understand how we generate revenue and any commercial interests that may influence our educational content and services across all domains and platforms.
2. scope of disclosures
2.1 covered services
These commercial disclosures apply to:
- Our main website (guitarplayerdojo.com)
- All associated subdomains (including learn.guitarplayerdojo.com, classroom.guitarplayerdojo.com, support.guitarplayerdojo.com)
- Our learning management system
- Our support desk system
- User forums
- All related services accessed through these domains
2.2 Unified commercial practices
While different systems and subdomains may have different revenue models or commercial relationships based on their functionality, all commercial activities are disclosed in this document for transparency.
3. Revenue sources
3.1 Primary revenue sources
- Course enrollment fees
- Subscription payments
- Certificate issuance fees
- Premium content access
3.2 Secondary revenue sources
Partnership programsAffiliate marketing relationshipsSponsored content (when applicable)Professional services4. Affiliate relationships
4.1 Disclosure of Affiliate links
We may include affiliate links in our contentWe earn commission on qualifying purchasesLinks are clearly marked as "affiliate links"Commission rates vary by partner4.2 affiliate partners
We maintain affiliate relationships with:
- Educational resource providers
- Technology vendors
- Learning materials suppliers
- Professional certification bodies
5. Sponsored content
5.1 identification
- All sponsored content is clearly labeled
- Sponsorship notices appear prominently
- Editorial control policies are maintained
- Sponsor influence is disclosed
5.2 Selection criteria
We accept sponsorships based on:
- Relevance to our audience
- Educational value
- Quality standards
- Ethical considerations
6. Partnerships and collaborations
6.1 Educational partnerships
- Agreements with educational institutions
- Industry certification programs
- Content licensing arrangements
- Joint program offerings
6.2 technology partnerships
- Learning management systems
- Assessment tools
- Content delivery platforms
- Authentication services
7. pRicing and payment
7.1 Fee structure
- Course pricing methodology
- Subscription tier differences
- Special offer terms
- Group and volume discounts
7.2 Payment processing
- Third-party payment processors
- Processing fee disclosures
- Currency conversion fees
- Payment security measures
8. testimonials and reviews
8.1 user testimonials
- All testimonials are genuine
- Compensation is disclosed if provided
- Results are not guaranteed
- Representative of typical experiences
8.2 Course reviews
- Review verification process
- Rating system explanation
- Moderation policies
- Update procedures
9. education credentials
9.1 Accreditation status
- Institutional accreditations
- Program certifications
- Industry recognitions
- Regulatory compliance
9.2 Certificate programs
- Certificate value explanation
- Industry recognition status
- Continuing education credits
- Verification processes
10. Third-party services
10.1 Service Providers
- Technology vendors
- Content providers
- Assessment partners
- Support services
10.2 Data sharing
- Commercial data usage
- Partner access limitations
- Privacy protection measures
- Opt-out procedures
11. Marketing practices
11.1 Email marketing
- Subscription procedures
- Frequency of communications
- Promotional content
- Unsubscribe options
11.2 Advertising
- Ad placement policies
- Targeting methods
- User data usage
- Opt-out procedures
12. professional endorsements
12.1 expert contributors
- Selection criteria
- Compensation disclosure
- Qualification verification
- Conflict of interest policies
12.2 Industry relationships
- Corporate partnerships
- Professional associations
- Research collaborations
- Advisory relationships
13. Content licensing
13.1 Licensed content
- Third-party materials
- Usage restrictions
- Attribution requirements
- Distribution limitations
13.2 Our content
- Licensing terms
- Usage permissions
- Commercial restrictions
- Distribution rights
14. Financial relationships
14.1 investment disclosures
- Outside Notes Music LLC is the parent company of Guitar Player Dojo
- Ownership structure and investment details are available upon legitimate request
- Any significant changes in ownership will be disclosed to users
- Conflict management policies are in place to protect user interests
14.2 Commercial agreements
- Revenue sharing
- Commission structures
- Partnership terms
- Exclusivity agreements
15. Updates and changes
- Modification procedures
- Notification methods
- User communication
- Archive access
16. Contact information
For questions about these disclosures:
17. Domain-specific commerical practices
17.1 main website (guitarplayerdojo.com)
- Acts primarily as a marketing and information portal
- May display advertisements and promotional content
- Contains affiliate links to recommended guitar equipment
- Showcases testimonials and course offerings
17.2 learning management system
- Subscription-based access to educational content
- Premium course offerings with separate pricing
- Certification and achievement recognition (may have additional fees)
- Instructor compensation arrangements for content creation
17.3 Support system
- Priority support options may be available for additional fees
- Technical support partnerships with software providers
- Knowledge base content may include product recommendations
17.4 User forums
- May contain sponsored discussion threads
- Vendor participation is disclosed
- Premium membership options with enhanced features
- Equipment review sections may contain affiliate links
18. regulatory compliance
18.1 Ftc Compliance
- Advertising guidelines
- Endorsement rules
- Disclosure requirements
- Marketing regulations
18.2 International compliance
- Regional requirements
- Local regulations
- Cross-border commerce
- Jurisdiction-specific disclosures
19. Third-party saas relationships
19.1 Saas providers
We utilize various third-party Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms to deliver our services, which may include:
- Learning management system providers
- Payment processing services
- Customer support platforms
- Video hosting and streaming services
- Communication tools
- Analytics and marketing services
19.2 Commercial relationships
- We may have commercial agreements with these SaaS providers
- These may include revenue-sharing arrangements, affiliate relationships, or standard service contracts
- Some SaaS providers may offer incentives for user referrals or upgrades
- We select providers based on service quality, security, and value
19.3 saas provider revenue models
- Third-party SaaS providers may have their own revenue models that affect your experience
- These may include advertising, data analytics, upselling additional features, or subscription tiers
- In some cases, providers may offer free basic services with premium upgrades
- We will identify significant SaaS providers and their revenue models where relevant
19.4 disclosure of costs
- We may pay fees to SaaS providers for their services
- These costs may be reflected in our pricing structure
- Some providers may charge you directly for certain premium features
- We will clearly indicate when additional charges from third parties may apply
19.5 Commercial content
- SaaS platforms may display their own promotional content or recommendations
- They may use user data to personalize this content
- We do not control all commercial content displayed within third-party platforms
- We will make reasonable efforts to ensure such content is clearly distinguished