Search Tips6. Advertising Restrictions
To protect our platform and maintain ethical operations, all merchants and their affiliates must follow these content and advertising rules:
Absolutely Prohibited
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Deceptive Age Verification Ads: You cannot collect credit card information under the pretense of verifying a user's age. This is illegal and violates card brand rules. -
Storing Credit Card Data: If you are a Sponsored Merchant, you must not collect or store any credit card information at any time. -
Blocking Government Agencies: Websites cannot suggest they restrict access to law enforcement. This raises red flags about illegal content, harming your reputation and attracting legal scrutiny.
Affiliate Responsibility
Ensure any websites, ads, or emails promoting your site also comply with these rules. Violations by your affiliates can jeopardize your entire business.
Why This Is Serious
Violating these restrictions can result in:
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Fines: From card brands or payment processors -
Account Termination: Loss of your ability to process payments -
Legal Trouble: Potentially, if illegal content is involved