Compliance

Compliance

Compliance

SCOSCO Compliance
Our Commitment to Ethical Business


At SCOSCO, we're committed to building an affiliate marketing ecosystem that's transparent, ethical, and compliant with the law. We believe in fair business practices, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance throughout our platform. It's imperative that all affiliates, sellers, and users stick to these guidelines to ensure that SCOSCO remains a trusted and reliable platform for everyone.

Compliance with Global Regulations


SCOSCO diligently follows the international affiliate marketing laws and industry standards to maintain a global standard of compliance:

Consumer Protection Laws: We are committed to ensuring honest marketing practices that protect consumers.

Data Privacy Regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.): Keeping user info safe and protecting privacy is super important.  

Ad Standards (FTC, ASA, etc.): We make sure ads are clear and honest so people can trust what they see.

To remain in good standing with SCOSCO, our affiliates and sellers must comply with these essential regulations.

Ethical Marketing Practices


Honest & Transparent Advertising

When promoting products, SCOSCO requires affiliates to disclose their affiliation with us clearly. In accordance with the FTC's affiliate disclosure policy, this must be achieved by incorporating disclaimers such. We require truthfulness in advertising without exaggerating anything regarding product performance or income potential, and prohibit the use of artificial scarcity tactics, such as fake countdown timers or misleading "only 1 left" notifications.

Prohibited Marketing Tactics

SCOSCO has a zero-tolerance policy towards unethical marketing. These include:

Email, social media, or other medium spamming.

Deceptive advertising and clickbait, with exaggerated or misleading descriptions.

Black-hat SEO and deceptive promotional tactics, including deceptive methods or fake reviews.

Using SCOSCO's brand or content without proper authorisation is prohibited, and any attempt to misrepresent SCOSCO or falsely claim its endorsement is strictly against the rules.

Seller Responsibilities & Compliance


Product Listing Guidelines


Sellers are entrusted to list products that align with SCOSCO’s quality standards and legal prerequisites. The sale of fake, illegal, or misleading products is not at all allowed. Descriptions must be truthful, and images should accurately represent the actual item being sold.

Fair Pricing & Customer Transparency


Transparency in pricing is crucial, with no hidden fees. Refund and return policies should be transparent and easily available for customers.

Data Protection & Customer Privacy


Sellers are required to comply with data privacy laws when dealing with customer information, with no unauthorized sharing or selling of user data.

Fraud Prevention & Account Integrity


Preventing Affiliate Fraud


SCOSCO has zero tolerance for fraud in any shape or form, such as:

Self-referral through one's own affiliate link.

Artificial traffic through the use of bots or click farms.

Any type of misleading promotion to affect sales.

Account Suspension & Termination


SCOSCO reserves the right to suspend or close accounts that indulge in fraudulent practices, repeated compliance violations, or unethical business practices that harm SCOSCO's reputation. Serious infractions may lead to immediate termination, with potential legal repercussions for damages caused.

Reporting Violations & Ensuring Compliance


How to Report Misconduct


SCOSCO encourages users to report fraud, unethical behaviour, or policy violations via our Compliance Team contact form. We consider all reports confidentially and take necessary action to address the issues.

Regular Compliance Audits


SCOSCO conducts regular compliance audits to encourage sellers and affiliates to practice ethical business. If your account doesn’t comply, we’ll send you a warning. Keep breaking the rules, and there’s a good chance your account will be suspended.

SCOSCO reiterates once more its unwavering dedication to integrity, justice, and transparency. We urge affiliates and sellers to acquaint themselves with SCOSCO's compliance policies from time to time and reach out to our support team for any inquiries or clarifications regarding compliance.

Embrace SCOSCO’s ethos – together, we build the best online business to start, grounded in trust and ethical business practices.

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