Advertising and Sponsored Content Policy

Effective Date:
Thu, 1 May 2025 – 00:00

Spectrum for Men (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to transparency in all advertising and sponsored content. This policy outlines how we manage paid promotions, sponsored content, and advertisements on our platform.

1. Scope

This policy applies to all paid advertisements, sponsored content, branded partnerships, and affiliate marketing displayed on our website, social media, emails, or other channels.

2. Labeling and Transparency

• Clear Identification: All sponsored content, branded partnerships, and paid advertisements will be clearly labeled with terms such as:
  • “Sponsored”
  • “Advertisement”
  • “Paid Partnership”
  • “Promoted”
• Separation from Editorial Content: Sponsored content and ads will be visually distinct from editorial content (e.g., borders, shading, or headers).

3. Advertising Standards

• Prohibited Content: Advertisements must not promote:
  • Illegal activities.
  • Discrimination, hate speech, or harassment.
  • Misleading claims or false endorsements.
  • Products/services violating our Community Guidelines (e.g., non-consensual content).
• Adult Products: Ads for adult products/services must comply with applicable laws and clearly target adults (no minors in imagery or targeting).

4. Sponsored Content Guidelines

• Editorial Independence: Sponsored content is subject to review and must align with our community standards. We reserve the right to reject or remove sponsored content that conflicts with our values.
• Accuracy: Sponsored content must be factually accurate and not misleading.

5. User Reporting

Users may report concerns about advertisements or sponsored content via [contact method]. Reports will be reviewed within 48 hours, and violating content will be removed.

6. Compliance

• We comply with FTC guidelines, GDPR (for EU users), and other applicable advertising laws.
• Advertisers and sponsors must certify compliance with all legal and platform requirements.

7. Updates

Changes to this policy will be posted here with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance.

8. Related Policies

This policy should be read alongside: