Why Disclosures in Comments Do Not Count: Ensuring FTC Compliance in Influencer Marketing
In today’s rapidly evolving influencer marketing landscape, particularly within regulated categories such as hemp, CBD, and health-adjacent products, brands must navigate a complex web of advertising disclosure requirements. One persistent misconception that undermines compliance efforts is the belief that placing disclosures in comments—rather than in primary post content—satisfies the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) requirements. This practice, often referred to as a b