Acceptable Use Policy

Version 1.0 · 19 July 2026 · Mirrors Stripe's restricted businesses list; non-exhaustive and updated over time.

Prohibited — never allowed on SpreadFront

• Illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and substances designed to mimic them
• Weapons, explosives, and dangerous materials; jamming devices
• Adult content and services
• Counterfeit or replica branded goods; pirated software or media; IP infringement
• Gambling: casinos, betting, lotteries, raffles with prizes, bidding-fee auctions
• Deceptive schemes: pyramid/MLM, get-rich-quick, fake documents or IDs, purchased engagement/followers
• Prohibited financial services: check cashing, debt collection, money transmission
• Content promoting violence or hatred

Restricted — allowed only with prior review (contact us first)

• CBD products; tobacco, e-cigarettes and vaping products; alcohol
• Legal firearms accessories, knives, pepper spray and similar regulated items
• Pharmaceuticals, prescription products, regulated medical devices
• Cryptocurrency products, NFTs, gift cards and stored value, precious metals and stones
• Investment, lending, and other regulated financial services
• High-value goods, artifacts, travel clubs and timeshares

SpreadFront scans store content automatically and reviews flags manually. Violations lead to checkout suspension, storefront suspension, or account termination (see Merchant Terms). If you believe your store was flagged in error, contact us — false positives are cleared quickly.