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The identity confirmation and organizational disclosure requirements create mandatory steps before a political advertiser can run disclaimed ads, establishing accountability for political ad placement.
Readers viewing political ads with 'Paid for by' disclaimers can expect that the advertiser has confirmed their identity and provided organizational information to Meta.
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All requests for information or documents related to potential, anticipated, or current legal proceedings, investigations, or disputes must be made using the appropriate level of legal process.
to notify the Disclosing Party promptly and in writing of the circumstances surrounding any suspected possession, use or knowledge of the Confidential Information
you must either include the following disclaimer adjacent to the pricing or availability information..."Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change."
"they must confirm their identity, provide more information about their organization to place "Paid for by" disclaimers on adsExcerpt from Meta's Special Ad Category Requirements
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The identity confirmation and organizational disclosure requirements create mandatory steps before a political advertiser can run disclaimed ads, establishing accountability for political ad placement.
Readers viewing political ads with 'Paid for by' disclaimers can expect that the advertiser has confirmed their identity and provided organizational information to Meta.
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