Prohibited Content

Deceptive Content

We are vigilant in our enforcement against fraudulent advertisements. Fraud includes a range of scams and deceptive marketing practices that abuse community trust or otherwise entice users to make purchases or engage in activities under misleading pretences.

We prohibit:

  • Advertisements that are false or misleading, including deceptive claims, offers, functionality or business practices.

  • Unauthorised or undisclosed sponsored content
    Promotion of fraudulent goods or services, including counterfeit documents or certificates, or counterfeit products.

  • Creating or sharing content that mimics the appearance or function of Snapchat features or formats.

  • Advertisements that contain deceiving calls to action or lead to landing pages unrelated to the brand or content being advertised.

  • Cloaking, otherwise restricting landing page access or modifications to URL content following submission in an attempt to circumvent review.

  • Advertisements that encourage dishonest behaviour (e.g., advertisements for fake IDs, plagiarism, essay writing services).

  • Non-delivery of goods, or misrepresented shipping delays or inventory constraints

  • Use of subliminal techniques

  • See also Industry Specifics: financial products and services

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