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A prohibition on deceptive practices means advertisers must ensure their ads are not misleading in any way that TikTok Ads classifies as deceptive.
Interpretive note: The excerpt is a section heading only — 'Deceptive practices' — with no substantive clause text provided. No definition of 'deceptive practices', specific examples, or enforcement mechanisms can be stated. Confidence is low because no operative language is available.
Advertisers on TikTok Ads are prohibited from using deceptive practices in their ads.
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A prohibition on deceptive practices means advertisers must ensure their ads are not misleading in any way that TikTok Ads classifies as deceptive.
Advertisers on TikTok Ads are prohibited from using deceptive practices in their ads.
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