Prohibited App Categories for Ad Campaigns

Prohibited App Categories

1. Gambling & Betting

• Examples: Online casinos, sports betting, poker, bingo, lotteries
• Why Restricted: Only allowed in countries where gambling is legal, with proper certification to protect users from high-risk activities.

2. Financial Services

• Examples: Payday loans, debt relief, credit repair, high-interest lending
• Why Restricted: High-risk financial products can be misleading or exploitative. Certification and regulatory compliance are required.

3. Alcohol

• Examples: Beer, wine, spirits, non-alcoholic alternatives
• Why Restricted: Advertising is restricted by age and location laws to prevent underage exposure and legal violations.

4. Tobacco & Recreational Drugs

• Examples: Cigarettes, e-cigarettes, marijuana, CBD, drug paraphernalia.
• Why Restricted: Promoting these products is illegal or heavily regulated due to health risks.

5. Sexual Content & Adult Services

• Examples: Pornography, adult dating, escort services, sexually explicit content
• Why Restricted: Prohibited to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all users.

6. Healthcare & Medicines

• Examples: Prescription drugs, weight loss pills, medical devices, addiction treatments
• Why Restricted: Misleading or unsafe health claims can harm users; certifications or approvals are required.

7. Weapons, Explosives & Dangerous Products

• Examples: Firearms, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, self-defense weapons
• Why Restricted: These products pose significant safety risks and are not allowed on ad platforms.

8. Shocking or Violent Content

• Examples: Graphic violence, gore, disturbing imagery
• Why Restricted: Excessively violent or disturbing content is prohibited to protect users and maintain platform safety.

9. Counterfeit Goods

• Examples: Fake luxury items, pirated software, counterfeit electronics
• Why Restricted: Violates intellectual property rights and consumer protection laws.

10. Misleading or Deceptive Content

• Examples: Fake news, misleading health or financial claims, scam apps
• Why Restricted: Prevents user harm and ensures trust in the advertising ecosystem.

11. Political Content

• Examples: Political campaigns, advocacy groups, political parties
• Why Restricted: Must comply with local election laws; some platforms restrict political ads entirely to maintain transparency.

Compliance Guidelines

Before proceeding with payment and launching campaigns, please ensure your app:

• Does not fall into any of the prohibited categories listed above
• Complies with all applicable local laws and regulations.
• Provides clear, accurate, and honest information to users
• Meets the technical and editorial requirements of the ad platforms

Non-compliance may result in account suspension and forfeiting of any balance, credits, or money paid.