Advertising & Boosting Policy
Version: December 2025 | Operator: LandscapingGlobe LLC (USA)
This Policy governs all paid and unpaid promotional services on LandscapingGlobe™, including Advertisements, Boosted Listings, and Sponsored Content.
Connected Policies: TOS ↔ Privacy Policy ↔ Moderation Policy ↔ Cookie Policy ↔ Community Guidelines ↔ Billing Policy
1. Introduction
This Policy governs all promotional services including:
- Advertisements, Boosted Listings, and Featured Supplier/Contractor Slots.
- Priority Search Visibility, Sponsored Knowledge City Content, and AI-enhanced promotional tools.
This policy applies to all user categories: Suppliers, Contractors, Clients, Professionals, Knowledge City Users.
2. Nature of Advertising on LandscapingGlobe
LandscapingGlobe is a global quote-based platform. Advertising does not guarantee:
- Job awards, Lead volume, Conversion, or Revenue.
- Search ranking beyond the paid boost window.
All ads must comply with this policy, TOS, Privacy Policy, Moderation Policy, and Global advertising laws. Violations may lead to immediate suspension under the Moderation Policy.
3. Paddle Merchant of Record (MoR)
(For Present + Future Monetization)
Whenever paid promotional tools are active:
- Paddle is the Merchant of Record and processes all fees and placements.
- Paddle manages global tax/VAT/GST compliance.
- LandscapingGlobe never stores payment card data.
Official References:
4. Categories of Ads & Promotional Tools
4.1 Boosted Listings:
Appear above organic results for a limited time (Contractor, Supplier, Category, Region-based boosts).
4.2 Sponsored Content / 4.3 Featured Cards:
Knowledge City articles published by verified professionals (must be factual), or Pinned cards on home/search pages.
4.4 Banner Ads / 4.5 Future AI-Enhanced Tools:
Banner ads in high-traffic sections, or AI tools like smart visibility optimization and auto-generated promotional summaries.
5. Prohibited Advertising Content
The following ads are strictly prohibited:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Misleading claims | Guaranteed 3,000 clients/month (Unverifiable results) |
| Illegal services | Unlicensed pesticide application (Violating local laws) |
| Fake reviews/testimonials | Celebrity landscaper approved (Unauthorized endorsements) |
| Offensive/abusive content | Targeting based on race or religion (Discrimination, hate speech) |
| Dangerous products | Banned chemicals, illegal herbicides |
| Bypass/redirect scams | Redirecting users to malware or phishing links |
Violations → immediate removal, account restriction, or termination.
6. Ad Targeting & Transparency
Targeting uses category-based, region-based, and interest-based filters only. No invasive tracking beyond what is disclosed in the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
Compliance References:
- GDPR (EU) / CCPA/CPRA (California)
- UAE DPL / Qatar PDPL / KSA PDPL
- India DPDP Act / Singapore PDPA / PIPEDA (Canada)
Links to official documents are provided below the relevant policies.
7. Ad Review & Moderation Workflow
All ads undergo a three-level compliance check:
| Level | Reviewer | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Automated compliance filters | Detect harmful content, spam, phishing |
| Level 2 | Human moderation | Ensure compliance with global laws and community standards |
| Level 3 | Escalation review | Legal review when required for high-risk ads |
If your ad is rejected, Support (support@landscapingglobe.com) will provide the reason. You may edit and resubmit without extra cost.
8. Global Advertising Compliance
Advertising must comply with standards across:
Regional Standards:
- United States: FTC Advertising Standards
- European Union: Unfair Commercial Practices Directive
- GCC Compliance: UAE, KSA, & Qatar Advertising Standards
- Asia-Pacific: Singapore ASA, India CPA Rules, Australia ACMA
General Global Principles:
- Truthful, Transparent, Non-deceptive, Clear disclaimers, Accurate pricing.
9. User Responsibilities for Advertisers
Advertisers must:
- Provide accurate business information & Maintain appropriate licenses.
- Comply with global consumer protection laws & Respect trademark/copyright.
They must not:
- Upload stolen images, Use copyrighted brand names, or Post misleading location data.
- Submit duplicate ads to game ranking.
10. Ad Delivery & Boost Visibility Rules
10.1 Boost Duration:
Boost windows may include: 24 hours, 3 days, 7 days, or 30 days.
10.2 Visibility Logic:
Boosts will increase ranking based on:
- Category, Region, Performance quality score, and Completed profile status.
Boosts do not override moderation flags or safety standards.
11. Cancellation, Refunds & Billing
Handled under the LandscapingGlobe Billing & Refund Policy, aligned with:
- Paddle subscription lifecycle and refund rules.
- Local consumer protection laws.
Refund disputes must be emailed to the MoR (Merchant of Record).
12. Example Violations (Contextual)
Allowed:
- Verified irrigation supplier promoting new PVC pipe catalog.
- Contractor showcasing past landscaping projects.
- Knowledge City expert promoting a certified article.
Not Allowed:
- Unlicensed pesticide applicator promoting toxic chemicals.
- Supplier using AI-fabricated “before/after” images.
- Fake discounts (“90% off everything today only”).
13. Enforcement Actions
Depending on severity, actions may include:
- Ad rejection, Partial editing request, Temporary ad suspension.
- Account restriction, Full account termination.
- Reporting to authorities (in severe legal cases).
14. Contact Information
Use the correct contact for your query type:
- Advertising Support: support@landscapingglobe.com
- Legal Questions: legal@landscapingglobe.com
- Data Protection Officer (DPO): dpo@landscapingglobe.com