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Section 5 of the FTC Act

A section of the Federal Trade Commission Act that prohibits deceptive practices.

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Jan 21, 2026

Do you offer information about possible money making opportunities that are illegal?

The system does not provide instructions, step‑by‑step guides, or operational details that would enable a user to commit crimes or exploit others for profit; that policy aligns with federal consumer‑p...

Jan 18, 2026

How have FTC endorsement rules been applied to live events and panels where participants receive payment?

The FTC’s Endorsement Guides are written to cover “any medium” — not just social media or broadcast — and the agency explicitly says endorsements and testimonials in advertising must be truthful and d...

Jan 13, 2026

How does the FTC define required disclosures for paid endorsements by public figures and medical professionals?

The FTC requires endorsers — including public figures and medical professionals — to disclose "material connections" to advertisers when those connections are not reasonably expected by the audience, ...

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