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Lesson 4 of 516 min

Social Media Compliance

Social Media Compliance

Social media is where most IB violations happen. Here's how to stay safe.

Platform-Specific Rules

#### Meta (Facebook/Instagram)

  • Financial services ads require special ad category

  • Must include advertiser identity

  • No "before/after" money comparisons

  • Landing pages must match ad claims

  • Crypto/forex ads may require prior authorization

    • #### YouTube

  • Paid promotions must be disclosed (checkbox in upload)

  • Risk disclaimer in description (at minimum)

  • No misleading thumbnails showing fake profits

  • FTC disclosure requirements apply

    • #### TikTok

  • Financial services advertising is restricted in many countries

  • No guaranteed profit claims

  • Must use #ad or #sponsored for affiliate content

  • Age-restricted content policies apply

    • #### Telegram/WhatsApp

  • Can't send unsolicited messages to non-contacts

  • Group admins responsible for group content

  • No spam or bulk messaging

  • Must identify yourself as an IB/affiliate

    • The "Screenshot" Rule

    A good compliance test: Would you be comfortable if a regulator screenshotted this post?

    If not, don't publish it.

    Safe Content Examples

    ✅ "Want to learn forex trading? Here are 5 free resources to get started. If you decide to open an account, I recommend [Broker] — they're regulated by [regulator]. Full disclosure: I earn a commission."

    ❌ "Join this broker and make $500/day trading forex! Easy money, sign up now! 🚀💰"

    Testimonials and Results

  • Only share real results with proof

  • Always add context: "These results are not typical"

  • Never imply that trading outcomes are guaranteed

  • Commission earnings ≠ trading profits — make the distinction clear

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