Use of Gift Cards in Incentivized Marketing Promotions Business Practice Guide

Guidance on Compliance for Gift Card Offers in Incentivized Marketing.
Gift cards are often used in marketing promotions to motivate actions like buying, signing up, or referring others. To avoid legal issues, these promotions must follow compliance rules and industry standards.
Our guide outlines the legal and regulatory considerations involved in using gift cards as incentives in marketing promotions, including “free,” “reward-based,” and other incentive-driven campaigns. It is designed to provide marketers with straightforward, actionable guidance to help ensure promotions comply with applicable laws and regulations without unnecessary legal complexity.
What This Guide Covers:
  • An overview of legal risks and compliance requirements related to gift card offers.
  • Recommendations for clear and effective disclosures and disclaimers to ensure transparency.
  • Identification of common advertising pitfalls to avoid deceptive or misleading practices.
  • Best practices for structuring compliant lead generation campaigns, sweepstakes, and promotions involving gift cards.
A valuable resource for marketing professionals, compliance officers, and legal teams involved in designing or approving promotions that utilize gift cards as incentives.