Are you sure your content is legally protected? Here’s a quick compliance checklist to help content creators avoid common legal traps and stay out of trouble.
Who Should Read This?
If you’re a content creator, coach, consultant, or small business owner using a website, email list, or social media to promote your work, this checklist is for you.
Legal Disclaimers
- Do you include clear affiliate disclaimers where needed?
- Do you have disclaimers for income claims or results?
Website Policies
- Do you have a Privacy Policy that meets legal requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)?
- Do your Terms of Use limit your liability and protect your IP?
Content Rights
- Are you using royalty-free or properly licensed images, music, and video?
- Do you have written permission for guest content or user-generated material?
Promotions and Giveaways
- Are your contest and giveaway rules clearly posted and legally compliant?
- Are you following FTC guidelines for promotions and endorsements?
Email Marketing Compliance
- Are you getting proper consent to email users (e.g., opt-in forms)?
- Are you including unsubscribe links in every email?
FTC and Advertising Rules
- Are you disclosing paid partnerships clearly and conspicuously?
- Are your claims about products or services backed by evidence?
Data Collection and Storage
- Are you collecting only the data you need?
- Are you using secure storage and providing access/delete options to users?
Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For tailored guidance specific to your business, consult a legal professional.
