Legal
Prohibited Products and Services Policy
Whop supports the sale of products and services across various categories, subject to certain restrictions. For the safety of our users, prohibited or unlawful products and services may not be sold or offered, whether for free or for payment, on Whop or through Whop Payments. We reserve the right to remove any product or service under this policy or our Terms of Service at our discretion.
Sellers are responsible for ensuring their offerings comply with all applicable laws and Whop's policies. We will remove prohibited products or services and may suspend or terminate accounts. Suspended accounts may have payments withheld for investigation (typically 90 days, up to 120-180 days as required by our Financial Partners or law). We may refund customers for transactions involving prohibited items and may withhold or forfeit payments if chargebacks, refund disputes, or legal liability arise.
If you see an item that may violate this policy, please contact [email protected]
1. Illegal Products and Services
You may not use Whop to sell or offer any products or services that violate any applicable laws, including but not limited to laws regarding sanctions, money laundering, and terrorist financing. Sellers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, national, and international laws.
If you're unsure which laws apply to you, consider seeking advice from a qualified professional.
2. Prohibited Products and Services
Prohibited products and services cannot be sold or offered on Whop, regardless of how they are listed. The following products and services are prohibited on Whop:
Academic fraud - Essay mills, contract cheating, or completing academic work for hire.
Adult content, products and services - Pornographic or sexually explicit material depicting real sexual acts, or services intended primarily for adult sexual gratification.
Alcohol and Tobacco Products - Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and nicotine products.
Cannabis and Marijuana Products – Cannabis, marijuana, cannabis-derived products, THC products, and related paraphernalia.
Controlled Substances, Pharmaceuticals, and Nutraceuticals – Prescription medications, controlled substances, or unregulated health supplements, defined as any supplement lacking FDA approval or marketed with unsubstantiated therapeutic or health claims. This includes products promoted as cures, treatments, or disease-prevention remedies without substantiated evidence or regulatory authorization.
Debt and Lending Services - Credit repair, loan modification, debt relief, debt collection, personal-loan brokering, or other forms of consumer lending that require state or federal licensing.
Fireworks - Pyrotechnic devices and explosive entertainment products.
Fraudulent government documents or services - Impersonation of government agencies or the offering of forged, altered, or unauthorized government documents, credentials, or services.
Gambling – Betting platforms, wagering operations, lotteries, bidding-fee ("penny") auctions, or other gambling activities that violate state or federal law. Excludes information, analysis, picks, or other advisory services related to gambling or sports betting.
Hacking, surveillance, and platform manipulation - Malware, phishing kits, credential stealers, and other hacking tools; stalkerware and non-consensual tracking software; covert recording devices and signal-jamming equipment; data-scraping tools; and the sale of fake followers, likes, or other artificial engagement.
Hate content or violent content - Material that promotes hatred or discrimination against individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics, or that glorifies or incites real-world violence.
Human parts - Organs, tissue, blood, bodily fluids, or other biological materials.
Identity services - Identification documents, credentials, or other forms of government-issued or personal identification that are created, sold, or altered without authorization. This includes fake employment references and the sale of accounts on social media, retail, gaming, or other third-party platforms.
Infringing or Counterfeit Goods - Unauthorized copies, counterfeit goods, or any product that violates intellectual property rights, including trademark, patent, or copyright infringement. This includes game cheats, hacks, or exploits and unofficial in-game currency.
Pirated Content and Unauthorized Streaming - Pirated digital content, illegal streaming platforms, or unauthorized access to IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) services or content streams. This prohibition covers promoting, selling, or facilitating piracy or the distribution of copyrighted material without authorization.
Legal services - Professional legal advice, representation, or attorney services.
"Lifetime access" offers – Any business advertising or promising "lifetime" access to an offer is prohibited. You must clearly disclose the "access" period for your offer.
Medical and health services - Counseling, therapy, and other mental health services, and IV vitamin or hydration treatments.
Non-fiat currencies and digital assets – Selling cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and other digital or alternative currencies, as well as staking or yield products and cloud mining services. Educational or informational content about such assets may be permitted if it does not involve direct sale, exchange, or investment solicitation.
Political, religious, and charitable organizations - Political campaigns, political fundraising, political organizations, religious organizations, unregistered charities, and personal fundraising campaigns.
Private investigation and repossession services - Private detective services and asset recovery or repossession services.
Pyramid Schemes and Multi-Level Marketing – You may not use our services for pyramid schemes (illegal under FTC rules) or multi-level marketing (MLM) programs where most earnings come from recruiting others rather than selling products to real customers outside your network.
Telemarketing and door-to-door sales - Outbound telemarketing, inbound teleservices, and in-person sales at residences.
Ticket Reselling - Tickets acquired through bots or automated systems, or resold in violation of applicable laws.
Timeshares, airlines, and cruises - Vacation property ownership programs or resale services involving timeshares or fractional real estate interests, commercial airline tickets, and cruise line bookings.
Unregistered Financial Services – Investment products, asset management, or financial instruments offered without proper federal, state, or equivalent regulatory registration and licensing. This includes escrow services, payment facilitation for other merchants, check cashing, crowdfunding platforms, and standalone tipping or donation platforms.
Weapons or explosives - Firearms, ammunition, bombs, hazardous chemical substances, or any materials intended for combat use, including instructions for manufacturing or modifying weapons or explosives.
Wildlife and cultural artifacts - Protected animals, endangered species, products derived from illegal wildlife trade, and illegally obtained antiquities or cultural artifacts.
Generally, we cannot support businesses that are not supported by our Financial Partners. We or our Financial Partners may, in our sole discretion, prohibit any business category, merchant, or transaction for legal, regulatory, reputational, or business reasons.
3. Restricted Products and Services
Certain products and services may be permitted on Whop or Whop Payments with prior approval. Sellers seeking to offer restricted categories must demonstrate compliance with applicable laws, obtain necessary licenses or certifications, and meet our operational and compliance standards.
To request approval for a potentially restricted category, contact Whop support with documentation of your legal compliance and licensing.
All restricted categories are subject to our review process and must comply with applicable laws, our Terms of Service, and Financial Partner requirements.