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What's Allowed & What's Not.

To keep Jacksontn.shop safe, trustworthy, and high-quality, every listing is reviewed before it goes live. Our goal is to make sure shoppers can confidently discover local businesses while ensuring vendors clearly understand what’s approved, what isn’t, and what may require updates before publishing. Below, you’ll find a simple breakdown of: - What types of products and services are allowed - What’s restricted or not permitted - Common violations that may lead to listing removal, suspension, or account bans Review these guidelines before submitting your listing to help speed up approval times and avoid unnecessary delays.

Approval Guidelines At A Glance

Clothing store with clothing on display.

Allowed – Products

✔ Retail Items

Clothing & apparel

Jewelry & accessories

Home décor

Bath & beauty (non-prescription)

Gifts, handmade goods, candles, crafts

✔ Food & Beverage (Local Only)

Packaged foods (baked goods, snacks, sauces, seasonings)

Cottage-law compliant items

Food truck menu items

(Note: Must list ingredients when applicable.)

Cleaning Service, cleaning professional cleaning home

Allowed – Services

✔ Home & Contractor Services

Lawn care, landscaping

House cleaning, organization

Handyman services

Painting, hauling, pressure washing

Home repairs (non-licensed)

Licensed work (plumbing, electrical, HVAC — must state license if required)

✔ Professional Services

Photography / videography

Notary services

Business consulting

Graphic design, branding, marketing

Tutoring & educational services

✔ Health & Wellness Services

Personal training

Yoga, stretching, coaching (No medical diagnosis, therapy, or medical procedures.)

✔ Events & Entertainment

DJ services

Event planning

Catering

Party rentals

Stop Sign - Product Or Service Not Allowed

Not Allowed

❌ Illegal or Regulated Items

Weapons, firearms, ammunition, explosives

Prescription drugs or medical devices

Tobacco, alcohol, vape products

CBD, THC, marijuana, or related substances

❌ Adult or Sensitive Content

Adult entertainment

Explicit content

Escort services or anything suggestive

❌ High-Risk or Dangerous Services

Medical procedures, therapy, or counseling

Financial services requiring licensing (unless proof is provided)

Insurance sales

Legal services without proper credentials

❌ Misleading or Fake Items

Counterfeit goods

Fake reviews, “boosting” services

Multi-level marketing (MLMs) or pyramid scheme offers

❌ No External Redirects

Listings whose primary purpose is to push users off-platform (Websites, booking portals, cash apps, link hubs, etc.)

Affiliate links

Violation Of Terms Of Service

Violations & Enforcement

⚠️ Listing Violations

Low-quality or misleading images

Incorrect category placement

Missing pricing

Spammy descriptions

Duplicate listings

Using external links instead of platform-based booking or communication

⚠️ Behavioral Violations

Harassing or abusive communication

Attempting to take payments off-platform

Using the platform to collect user data

⚠️ Severe Violations (May Result in Immediate Removal)

Selling prohibited items

Fraudulent activity or scams

Falsifying business credentials

Multiple complaints from customers

Chargeback abuse

⚠️ Account Consequences

Warning (for minor violations)

Temporary suspension (repeat or moderate violations)

Permanent ban (severe violations or unsafe behavior)