Prohibited Content for Sponsors (Advertisers)

Last Updated: January 31, 2026

1. Illegal or Regulated Products

• Tobacco, drugs, and paraphernalia: Includes vaping products, recreational drugs, and drug-related content.
• Weapons and explosives: Firearms, ammunition, knives marketed as weapons, and explosives.
• Counterfeit goods: Fake brands, pirated software, or unauthorized replicas.
• Endangered species: Sale or promotion of wildlife, animal parts, or products derived from protected animals.

2. Harmful or Dangerous Content

• Violence and gore: Graphic depictions of injuries, death, animal cruelty, or glorification of violence.
• Self-harm and suicide: Content promoting or depicting self-injury, suicide methods, or eating disorders with triggering details.
• Dangerous acts: Challenges or pranks that could cause serious injury (e.g., ingesting non-food items, fire challenges).

3. Inappropriate or Offensive Material

• Adult content: Sexually explicit material, nudity intended to arouse, or pornography.
• Hate speech: Content promoting discrimination, hate groups, racial intolerance, or harassment.
• Shocking or sensitive content: Graphic crime scenes, accidents, or content exploiting recent tragedies.

4. Deceptive or Unethical Practices

• Misrepresentation: False claims, hidden fees, or misleading product descriptions.
• Fraudulent schemes: Get-rich-quick programs, pyramid schemes, or fake certifications.
• Privacy violations: Unauthorized data collection or surveillance tools.

5. Restricted or Conditional Categories

Some content may be allowed with restrictions:

• Alcohol and gambling: Permitted with age targeting and compliance with local laws.
• Political ads: Often require verification and transparency disclosures.
• Health and wellness: Weight loss, OTC drugs, and addiction treatment services may need certification (e.g., LegitScript).

Failure to comply with these policies may result in ad rejection or account suspension.