What kinds of advertising are prohibited by HDPG?
Certain forms of indiscriminate advertising, commonly referred to as “spamming” are unacceptable as they could cause damage to our brand name. Prohibited forms of advertising include the use of unsolicited commercial e-mail (UCE), postings to non-commercial newsgroups and cross-posting to multiple newsgroups at once. In addition, affiliates may not advertise in any way that effectively conceals or misrepresents their identity, their domain name or their return e-mail address. Mailings are acceptable only if the recipient is already a customer or subscriber to the Affiliate’s services. In addition, recipients must have the option of removing themselves from future mailings. (See CANN-SPAM act of 2003) Newsgroup postings are acceptable only in newsgroups that specifically welcome commercial messages. When in doubt, consult the newsgroup FAQ section or ask the moderators to be sure your message is acceptable in that newsgroup. Affiliates must also clearly represent themselves and their we
A. Certain forms of indiscriminate advertising, commonly referred to as “spamming” are unacceptable as they could cause damage to our brand name. Prohibited forms of advertising include the use of unsolicited commercial e-mail (UCE), postings to non-commercial newsgroups and cross-posting to multiple newsgroups at once. In addition, affiliates may not advertise in any way that effectively conceals or misrepresents their identity, their domain name or their return e-mail address. Mailings are acceptable only if the recipient is already a customer or subscriber to the affiliate’s services. In addition, recipients must have the option of removing themselves from future mailings. (See CANN-SPAM act of 2003) Newsgroup postings are acceptable only in newsgroups that specifically welcome commercial messages. When in doubt, consult the newsgroup FAQ section or ask the moderators to be sure your message is acceptable in that newsgroup. Affiliates must also clearly represent themselves and their
