Advertised & Pinned Posts: Policy, Guidelines, and Legal Information

At Flock Social, we are committed to transparency and compliance in all advertised, pinned, and sponsored content. Whether a post is promoted through Flock Social’s advertising services or a user shares sponsored content independently, it must adhere to our Advertising Policies and all applicable legal regulations.

📌 For full advertising policies, visit:🔗 https://www.flocksocial.net/post/advertising-policy-for-pinned-posts-and-our-platform

🔹 What Are Advertised or Paid Partnership Posts?

Posts promoted through Flock Social’s advertising system are clearly labeled as "Promoted" and must comply with our Advertising Policies. However, organic posts may also be considered Paid Partnerships if they involve:

✅ Monetary or non-monetary compensation – Gifts, payments, product loans, or rewards for posting.✅ Commercial relationships – Brand ambassador deals, sponsorships, or affiliate programs.✅ Affiliate links & discount codes – Where the user benefits financially or otherwise.

If a Paid Partnership post is shared organically, it must include a clear disclosure, such as:#Ad, #Sponsored, #PaidPartnership, or any other explicit labeling.

⚠️ Failure to disclose sponsored content properly may result in enforcement actions.

🔹 Compliance With Laws & Regulations

Users posting Paid Partnerships or Sponsored Content are responsible for following:

✅ Flock Social’s Advertising Policies✅ All applicable advertising laws and consumer protection regulations✅ FTC Guidelines (for U.S. users) – Including the FTC’s Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising✅ Country-Specific Advertising Laws – Requirements may differ by location, so check local regulations

💡 For UK Creators: Ensure compliance with guidelines from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), Competition & Markets Authority (CMA), and Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP).

🔹 Reporting Undisclosed Paid Partnerships

If you believe a sponsored post lacks proper disclosure, you may:📩 Report it to the relevant brand or regulatory authority.

📌 For more details, visit:🔗 https://www.flocksocial.net/post/advertising-policy-for-pinned-posts-and-our-platform