Content Policies for Social Media Marketing Deals
These content guidelines apply exclusively to all social media marketing partnerships, campaigns, and paid promotions. Any content submitted or published as part of a social media marketing deal must adhere strictly to the following policies. Non-compliant content will be rejected or removed.
Not Permitted in Social Media Marketing
Pharmaceutical Industry
- No promotion of pharmaceutical drugs or pharmacies.
- No marketing of ketamine or ketamine-related therapies.
Cosmetic Products and Procedures
- No weight loss products, services, or programs.
- No close-up images of body areas pinching fat or showcasing targeted fat loss.
- No before-and-after transformations for:
- Wrinkle treatments (e.g., Botox, dermal fillers)
- Weight loss
- Anti-aging treatments
- No content that promotes or reinforces negative or unhealthy body image standards.
Tobacco, Vape, and Drugs
- No marketing of tobacco products, accessories, or paraphernalia. Including but not limited to:
- Cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, nicotine pouches, etc.
- No vape products or paraphernalia.
- No marijuana, CBD, Delta-8, or hemp products or accessories.
- No promotion of venues or events that encourage or permit tobacco use.
Politics and Social Issues
- No political content, parties, candidates, or causes.
- No mention of or reference to social issues, movements, or campaigns.
Firearms, Weapons, and Explosives
- No sales or imagery of firearms, weapons, or ammunition.
- No shooting ranges.
- No fireworks usage, promotions, or sales.
- No weapon accessories used to enhance or customize its form or function, including:
- Silencers, suppressors
- Optics (e.g., scopes), iron sights, or magnification devices
Casinos and Gambling
- No casino promotions.
- No mention or depiction of gambling, including in-person or online forms.
Dating Services
- No advertising for dating apps, websites, events, or matchmaking services—online or offline.
High Restriction Categories (Subject to Additional Review)
Alcohol
- Must comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
- Must not depict or encourage public intoxication.
- Content must be clearly targeted to users 21 years of age and older.
Firearms & Weapons (Educational Only)
- All content must comply with applicable laws and contain no promotional intent or imagery.
- Can promote:
- Firearm safety training courses
- Educational materials such as books or videos on responsible use
- Informative content on the subject of weapons
Cosmetic Services (Restricted Terminology & Targeting)
- Permitted terms: "body sculpting" and "body contouring" only.
- Must be targeted to users 18 years and older.
- Acceptable services under review include:
- Cosmetic surgery (e.g., breast augmentation/reduction, rhinoplasty, abdominoplasty, rhytidectomy, labiaplasty)
- Anti-aging procedures (e.g., dermal fillers, injectables, microneedling, laser treatments)
- Hair restoration and related treatments
Mental Health & Therapy
- No direct mention of mental health diagnoses.
- No direct mention of disabilities in headlines, captions, or targeting criteria.
- General wellness and support content is permitted, if presented respectfully and without diagnostic language.
Hunting Resorts and Outfitters
- Must avoid any mention or imagery of firearms or weapons.
- Promotion must focus on amenities and the overall resort experience.
- Any reference to hunting must emphasize:
- Safety courses
- Responsible wildlife management
- Must be targeted to individuals 18 years and older.