Policy · Prohibited topics

Content we do not distribute.

These categories are refused during automated review. We keep them tight so local outlets keep trusting the wire.

Not accepted

Illegal activity

Any content promoting or instructing activity that is illegal in a target market.

Not accepted

Adult content

Sexual, explicit, or pornographic material of any kind.

Not accepted

Weapons and violence

Firearms sales, weapon manufacturing, or content that incites violence.

Not accepted

Hate speech

Content that attacks or demeans a group based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or nationality.

Not accepted

Regulated financial claims

Unsubstantiated investment returns, unregistered securities offerings, or content that violates local financial promotion laws.

Not accepted

Health and medical claims

Unproven cures, unlicensed medical advice, or claims that require regulatory approval in the target market.

Not accepted

Gambling in restricted markets

Gambling promotion where the target country restricts or prohibits it.

Not accepted

Political campaigning

Election-period content and paid political messaging in countries that regulate it.

Not accepted

Defamation

Content that makes false factual claims about identifiable individuals or organizations.

Not accepted

Malware and fraud

Promotion of malicious software, scams, phishing, or deceptive schemes.

If your release sits near the edge of one of these categories, contact us before paying. We will tell you whether it can be distributed and, if so, in which markets.