Contests / sweepstakes

Skill contests and random draw sweepstakes may be promoted if the contest/sweepstakes does not constitute an illegal lottery and otherwise complies with all applicable federal and state laws. Such programs include random drawings, trivia contests, word games, spelling bees, essay contests and photography contests. Advertisements for contests and sweepstakes must clearly and conspicuously disclose the material terms and conditions of participating and must not be false, deceptive or misleading.

All contests and sweepstakes directed to users ages 12 to 17 must be reviewed by Diana Pentecost and Holly Hawkins in the Consumer Policy and Child Safety team.