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      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] OnlyFans: AI / synthetic content — AUP prohibition on artificially generated images without consent",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] OnlyFans's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) prohibits any explicit image of another person without their consent, including an artificially generated image.",
      "body": "OnlyFans's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) prohibits any explicit image of another person without their consent, including an artificially generated image.\n\nWhat OnlyFans (Fenix International Limited) actually says:\n\n“Any explicit image of another person without their consent including an artificially generated image.”\n\nNote: AUP clause 9 (numbered in the fetched document). The prohibition is framed around consent, not around whether AI is used. A synthetic image of a third person without consent is explicitly covered. The AUP does not separately address a creator generating a synthetic image of themselves, nor does it address face-swapping. The word 'explicit' modifies 'image', not 'another person', so the clause appears to apply only to explicit (sexual) content. Non-explicit AI face-swaps are not explicitly addressed in the AUP; the AUP also prohibits 'fake or manipulated intimate images' under the 'sharing of non-consensual, fake or manipulated intimate images or otherwise unauthorised images' clause (clause 5 — abuse/harassment).",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://onlyfans.com/acceptable-use-policy",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "OnlyFans (Fenix International Limited)",
      "evidence_quote": "Any explicit image of another person without their consent including an artificially generated image.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — AUP prohibition on artificially generated images without consent",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator Fenix International Limited",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "unverified",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
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          "legal_fetch_over_cap"
        ],
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      }
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      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_onlyfans_aup_fake_manipulated_intimate",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "OnlyFans: AI / synthetic content — AUP prohibition on fake or manipulated intimate images",
      "summary": "OnlyFans's AUP explicitly prohibits 'the sharing of non-consensual, fake or manipulated intimate images or otherwise unauthorised images' under its abuse and harassment clause.",
      "body": "OnlyFans's AUP explicitly prohibits 'the sharing of non-consensual, fake or manipulated intimate images or otherwise unauthorised images' under its abuse and harassment clause.\n\nWhat OnlyFans (Fenix International Limited) actually says:\n\n“Abuse or harassment including stalking, doxxing, defaming, or the sharing of non-consensual, fake or manipulated intimate images or otherwise unauthorised images.”\n\nNote: This is AUP clause 5. 'Fake or manipulated' covers AI-altered and deepfake content. The AUP does not separately address what happens when the account holder is the only person depicted and uses AI to alter their own face or appearance — the policy is silent on that specific case. The prohibition on 'inaccurate information including misleading descriptions of media or account information' (AUP clause 8) may additionally apply to AI content presented as authentic.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://onlyfans.com/acceptable-use-policy",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "OnlyFans (Fenix International Limited)",
      "evidence_quote": "Abuse or harassment including stalking, doxxing, defaming, or the sharing of non-consensual, fake or manipulated intimate images or otherwise unauthorised images.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — AUP prohibition on fake or manipulated intimate images",
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      "applies_to_scope": "Global",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
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          "unclassified"
        ],
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      }
    },
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      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_onlyfans_terms_creator_verification",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Verification process — ID plus two photos required for creator accounts",
      "summary": "OnlyFans's Terms of Use require creators to upload a valid form of ID and two photos of themselves as a condition of opening a creator account.",
      "body": "OnlyFans's Terms of Use require creators to upload a valid form of ID and two photos of themselves as a condition of opening a creator account.\n\nWhat OnlyFans (Fenix International Limited) actually says:\n\n“To open a Creator account, you must also: Upload a valid form of ID and two photos of you”\n\nNote: The Terms of Use do not name the third-party verification provider, nor do they state that the face in content must match the face on the ID. The process requires 'two photos of you' which implies facial photos, but 'you' is not defined as requiring your face to be visible in content. Multiple external sources (factually.co, sirency.com) report that OnlyFans uses third-party vendors including Yoti, Onfido, Ondato, and iProov for liveness checks, but this is not confirmed in the primary ToU. The Terms state 'Submit additional age or identity verification information any time we ask for it.'",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "OnlyFans (Fenix International Limited)",
      "evidence_quote": "To open a Creator account, you must also: Upload a valid form of ID and two photos of you",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Verification process — ID plus two photos required for creator accounts",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global",
      "tags": {
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        "stage": "any",
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        ],
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        ],
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      }
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      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fansly_terms_ai_content_banned",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Fansly: AI / synthetic content — ToS prohibition on photorealistic AI, deepfakes, and face-swapped content",
      "summary": "Fansly's Terms of Service (July 2026) prohibit posting content that utilises AI to produce: (i) photorealistic or lifelike content substantially generated through AI, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) AI systems interacting with users without human oversight; and (iii) content misrepresenting AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.",
      "body": "Fansly's Terms of Service (July 2026) prohibit posting content that utilises AI to produce: (i) photorealistic or lifelike content substantially generated through AI, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) AI systems interacting with users without human oversight; and (iii) content misrepresenting AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.\n\nWhat Fansly (Select Media LLC) actually says:\n\n“post, upload, or share content that utilizes artificial intelligence in the following ways: (i) photorealistic or lifelike content that is substantially generated or created through artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) content where artificial intelligence systems directly interact with Users to generate personalized responses, imagery, or experiences without human oversight; (iii) any content that misrepresents AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.”\n\nNote: This is the complete and verbatim prohibition from Fansly's July 2026 ToS (chunk 3). This ban is total — it covers face-swapped content regardless of whether the account holder is the person whose face is being swapped. A Fansly staff member (kevin_xd_123) confirmed in r/OfficialFansly (Nov 2025) that the platform previously allowed photorealistic AI of the creator's own person matching their ID, but 'that was changed a while ago and AI content is no longer allowed at all.' Minor face filters that 'do not alter their looks significantly' were stated to still be acceptable. This is a Tier C source; the ToS is the Tier A source.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://fansly.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly (Select Media LLC)",
      "evidence_quote": "post, upload, or share content that utilizes artificial intelligence in the following ways: (i) photorealistic or lifelike content that is substantially generated or created through artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) content where artificial intelligence systems directly interact with Users to generate personalized responses, imagery, or experiences without human oversight; (iii) any content that misrepresents AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — ToS prohibition on photorealistic AI, deepfakes, and face-swapped content",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator Select Media LLC, Maryland",
      "tags": {
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        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
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        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
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        "explicitness": "any"
      }
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      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fanvue_helpcenter_ai_deepfake_permitted_with_verification",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Fanvue: AI / synthetic content — platform explicitly permits deepfaked and face-swapped content if real model is verified",
      "summary": "Fanvue's help centre (August 2025) states that fully AI-generated content and deepfaked/face-swapped content are both permitted, but the real model behind the AI must be verified; stolen content from other creators is not allowed.",
      "body": "Fanvue's help centre (August 2025) states that fully AI-generated content and deepfaked/face-swapped content are both permitted, but the real model behind the AI must be verified; stolen content from other creators is not allowed.\n\nWhat Fanvue Help Centre actually says:\n\n“While we do allow fully AI-generated content on the platform, we also allow content that is deepfaked/face-swapped however, you MUST verify the real model behind the AI. We do not allow content that has been taken from other websites or from other creators, without their explicit authorisation.”\n\nNote: This is a Fanvue help article, published under their official help domain (help.fanvue.com). The article then lists conditions: disclosure requirement (clear and prominent in bio, caption, or watermark), nature restriction (not harmful or misleading), moderation by 'Reasonable Person's Test', age restriction (must not resemble minors), compliance with community guidelines, and copyright. Consequences: warning, removal, earnings deduction, suspension, or permanent ban.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fanvue.com/en/articles/9538738-is-ai-content-allowed-on-fanvue",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fanvue Help Centre",
      "evidence_quote": "While we do allow fully AI-generated content on the platform, we also allow content that is deepfaked/face-swapped however, you MUST verify the real model behind the AI. We do not allow content that has been taken from other websites or from other creators, without their explicit authorisation.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fanvue",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — platform explicitly permits deepfaked and face-swapped content if real model is verified",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator Shift Holdings Ltd, England",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fanvue_aup_identity_verification_face_coverings",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Fanvue: Verification — real creators must have face visible; AI content exempt from face-covering rule",
      "summary": "Fanvue's Acceptable Use Policy requires real creators to not use any face covering that prevents identity verification; however, face coverings are acceptable in AI-generated media provided the content is clearly disclosed as AI-generated, does not mislead users into believing it represents a real person, and complies with all other content policies.",
      "body": "Fanvue's Acceptable Use Policy requires real creators to not use any face covering that prevents identity verification; however, face coverings are acceptable in AI-generated media provided the content is clearly disclosed as AI-generated, does not mislead users into believing it represents a real person, and complies with all other content policies.\n\nWhat Fanvue (Shift Holdings Ltd) actually says:\n\n“Real Creators: Regulators require us to be able to identify every individual featured in content. This is a compliance and safety measure that supersedes all other considerations. Do not use any face covering, mask, or clothing that prevents us from verifying the identity of person(s) featured in content ... AI-Generated Content: Face coverings, masks, and cultural/religious attire are acceptable in AI-generated media provided: The content is clearly disclosed as AI-generated; It does not mislead users into believing it represents a real person; It remains compliant with all other content policies.”\n\nNote: This confirms two separate regimes: (1) real content requires a verifiable face; (2) AI content is explicitly excluded from the face requirement. The implication is that a creator can have a real face on file with KYC/Ondato, but publish AI-generated content showing a synthetic face, provided that AI content is disclosed. Enforcement: 'Content featuring unverifiable individuals will be removed without notice. Repeated violations may result in account suspension or termination.'",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://legal.fanvue.com/acceptable-use-policy",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fanvue (Shift Holdings Ltd)",
      "evidence_quote": "Real Creators: Regulators require us to be able to identify every individual featured in content. This is a compliance and safety measure that supersedes all other considerations. Do not use any face covering, mask, or clothing that prevents us from verifying the identity of person(s) featured in content ... AI-Generated Content: Face coverings, masks, and cultural/religious attire are acceptable in AI-generated media provided: The content is clearly disclosed as AI-generated; It does not mislead users into believing it represents a real person; It remains compliant with all other content policies.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fanvue",
      "topic": "Verification — real creators must have face visible; AI content exempt from face-covering rule",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Real creator requirement; AI content explicitly exempted",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fanvue_age_verification_kyc_ondato",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Fanvue: Verification process — Ondato KYC; government ID plus facial recognition matching",
      "summary": "Fanvue's Age Verification Policy requires all creators to complete Full KYC through Ondato, including government-issued ID verification and facial recognition matching; document data is stored per USC 2257.",
      "body": "Fanvue's Age Verification Policy requires all creators to complete Full KYC through Ondato, including government-issued ID verification and facial recognition matching; document data is stored per USC 2257.\n\nWhat Fanvue (Shift Holdings Ltd) actually says:\n\n“For Creators (Full KYC): Government-issued ID verification; Facial recognition matching; Comprehensive identity verification; Document data are stored per USC 2257 requirements ... Verification Provider means third-party services approved by Fanvue to perform age and identity verification (currently Ondato).”\n\nNote: The policy names Ondato as the current verification provider. It confirms that the KYC process collects biometric data for matching. The policy does not state that the face in content must match the face on the ID — the AUP section 5 handles that separately by requiring real-creator content to have a verifiable face. Appeals: 'Users who believe their verification was incorrectly rejected may contact support' with reason, documentation, and alternative verification methods.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://legal.fanvue.com/age-verification",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fanvue (Shift Holdings Ltd)",
      "evidence_quote": "For Creators (Full KYC): Government-issued ID verification; Facial recognition matching; Comprehensive identity verification; Document data are stored per USC 2257 requirements ... Verification Provider means third-party services approved by Fanvue to perform age and identity verification (currently Ondato).",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fanvue",
      "topic": "Verification process — Ondato KYC; government ID plus facial recognition matching",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; creators only; viewers get simplified age estimation",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fanvue_community_ai_generated_media_section_d",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] Fanvue: AI content — community guidelines disclosure, age, consent and rights requirements",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] Fanvue Community Guidelines Section D requires: clear and prominent disclosure for all AI-generated media; content must not be misleading or impersonate real individuals other than the account owner; AI individuals must not resemble minors; deepfaked or AI-replicated media requires documented consent and identity verification of the original individual depicted.",
      "body": "Fanvue Community Guidelines Section D requires: clear and prominent disclosure for all AI-generated media; content must not be misleading or impersonate real individuals other than the account owner; AI individuals must not resemble minors; deepfaked or AI-replicated media requires documented consent and identity verification of the original individual depicted.\n\nWhat Fanvue (Shift Holdings Ltd) actually says:\n\n“Disclosure: All AI-generated media must include a clear and prominent disclosure (e.g., watermark, caption, accompanying message or bio statement). No Harm or Deception: Content must not be misleading, harmful, or used to impersonate real individuals other than the account owner. Age Restrictions: AI-generated individuals must not resemble minors; Prompt text or disclaimers are not sufficient to overcome visual resemblance to individuals under 18. Consent and Rights: Deepfaked or AI-replicated media must not be published without the documented consent and identity verification of the original individual depicted.”\n\nNote: Consequnces listed: content removal; temporary suspension; permanent ban depending on severity. The critical clause for IMAGO: 'not be used to impersonate real individuals other than the account owner' — this implicitly permits AI/synthetic faces that are the account owner's own face or a fictional face that does not impersonate anyone real. 'Deepfaked or AI-replicated media' of another real person requires their documented consent and identity verification.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://legal.fanvue.com/community-guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fanvue (Shift Holdings Ltd)",
      "evidence_quote": "Disclosure: All AI-generated media must include a clear and prominent disclosure (e.g., watermark, caption, accompanying message or bio statement). No Harm or Deception: Content must not be misleading, harmful, or used to impersonate real individuals other than the account owner. Age Restrictions: AI-generated individuals must not resemble minors; Prompt text or disclaimers are not sufficient to overcome visual resemblance to individuals under 18. Consent and Rights: Deepfaked or AI-replicated media must not be published without the documented consent and identity verification of the original individual depicted.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fanvue",
      "topic": "AI content — community guidelines disclosure, age, consent and rights requirements",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "unverified",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
        "reasons": [
          "legal_fetch_over_cap"
        ],
        "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z"
      }
    },
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      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_loyalfans_aup_ai_content_banned",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "LoyalFans: AI / synthetic content — AUP prohibition on photorealistic AI, deepfakes, and face-swapped content",
      "summary": "LoyalFans's Acceptable Use Policy (July 2026) uses identical language to Fansly's prohibition, banning AI content that is: (i) photorealistic or lifelike substantially generated through AI, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) AI systems interacting without human oversight; (iii) misrepresenting AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.",
      "body": "LoyalFans's Acceptable Use Policy (July 2026) uses identical language to Fansly's prohibition, banning AI content that is: (i) photorealistic or lifelike substantially generated through AI, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) AI systems interacting without human oversight; (iii) misrepresenting AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.\n\nWhat LoyalFans (TLFPAY LLC) actually says:\n\n“post, upload, or share content that utilizes artificial intelligence in the following ways: (i) photorealistic or lifelike content that is substantially generated or created through artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) content where artificial intelligence systems directly interact with Users to generate personalized responses, imagery, or experiences without human oversight; (iii) any content that misrepresents AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.”\n\nNote: The LoyalFans AUP language is verbatim-identical to the Fansly ToS AI prohibition (both updated July 2026). The LoyalFans ToS defines 'AI Feature' separately to permit fictional AI chatbot personas for fan interaction — but this is a distinct product feature, not a content creation permission. The intimate image abuse clause also covers 'fake, manipulated, or otherwise unauthorized intimate images.'",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.loyalfans.com/acceptable-use-policy",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "LoyalFans (TLFPAY LLC)",
      "evidence_quote": "post, upload, or share content that utilizes artificial intelligence in the following ways: (i) photorealistic or lifelike content that is substantially generated or created through artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, face-swapped content, or synthetic media designed to appear as real humans; (ii) content where artificial intelligence systems directly interact with Users to generate personalized responses, imagery, or experiences without human oversight; (iii) any content that misrepresents AI-generated material as authentic human performance or creation.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "LoyalFans",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — AUP prohibition on photorealistic AI, deepfakes, and face-swapped content",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator TLFPAY LLC, Delaware",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "us-de"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_patreon_guidelines_ai_adult_hyperrealistic",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] Patreon: AI / synthetic content — Adult/18+ pages: hyperrealistic AI figures must use consenting real adults; animated/illustrated AI figures permitted",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] Patreon's Community Guidelines permit AI-generated Adult/18+ figures that are animated or illustrated (not hyperrealistic); hyperrealistic AI depictions of people on Adult/18+ pages must use the likeness of real, adult humans who have documented explicit consent.",
      "body": "Patreon's Community Guidelines permit AI-generated Adult/18+ figures that are animated or illustrated (not hyperrealistic); hyperrealistic AI depictions of people on Adult/18+ pages must use the likeness of real, adult humans who have documented explicit consent.\n\nWhat Patreon, Inc. actually says:\n\n“AI-generated Adult/18+ figures or characters that are animated or illustrated — as opposed to hyperrealistic — and otherwise comply with Patreon's guidelines are permitted. In order to mitigate the risks of non-consensual imagery, Adult/18+ works featuring hyperrealistic depictions of people must use the likeness of real, adult humans who have documented their explicit consent.”\n\nNote: The guidelines distinguish hyperrealistic from animated/illustrated based on: anatomical consistency with human features, natural lighting/movement, detailed texture (skin pores, wrinkles, eyelashes), and composition (three-dimensional, high-resolution). Not permitted: 'Synthetic non-consensual intimate imagery: images, videos, or audio that are digitally generated, manipulated, or altered (e.g. AI-generated imagery and \"deepfakes\") to make it appear that a real person was in a sexual situation that did not really occur.' Patreon requires age verification for Adult/18+ creators (brief process to attest 18+) but this is not document-plus-selfie KYC.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.patreon.com/policy/guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Patreon, Inc.",
      "evidence_quote": "AI-generated Adult/18+ figures or characters that are animated or illustrated — as opposed to hyperrealistic — and otherwise comply with Patreon's guidelines are permitted. In order to mitigate the risks of non-consensual imagery, Adult/18+ works featuring hyperrealistic depictions of people must use the likeness of real, adult humans who have documented their explicit consent.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Patreon",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — Adult/18+ pages: hyperrealistic AI figures must use consenting real adults; animated/illustrated AI figures permitted",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Adult/18+ pages only; operator Patreon, Inc., US",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "unverified",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
        "reasons": [
          "legal_fetch_over_cap"
        ],
        "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_patreon_guidelines_deepfakes_inauthentic",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Patreon: AI / synthetic content — deepfakes prohibition under inauthentic behaviour",
      "summary": "Patreon prohibits deepfakes that intimidate, bully, harass, incite violence, harm reputation, or incorporate an individual's image in sexualised contexts they did not participate in; deepfakes of public figures for satire or parody may be permitted.",
      "body": "Patreon prohibits deepfakes that intimidate, bully, harass, incite violence, harm reputation, or incorporate an individual's image in sexualised contexts they did not participate in; deepfakes of public figures for satire or parody may be permitted.\n\nWhat Patreon, Inc. actually says:\n\n“Deepfakes that intimidate, bully, harass, incite violence against, or harm the reputation of one or more persons. Deepfakes that incorporate an individual's image or likeness in sexualized contexts in which they did not partake.”\n\nNote: The guidelines add: 'Deepfakes of public figures may be permitted, however, if they are satirical or parodic in nature, or focus on political or social commentary.' The Q4 2025 policy update explicitly added 'synthetic' NCII to the definition, covering AI-generated imagery and deepfakes that 'make it appear that the subject was in a sexual situation that did not really occur.' Patreon does not state that the face in content must match ID. Patreon does not conduct document-plus-selfie KYC for most creators.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.patreon.com/policy/guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Patreon, Inc.",
      "evidence_quote": "Deepfakes that intimidate, bully, harass, incite violence against, or harm the reputation of one or more persons. Deepfakes that incorporate an individual's image or likeness in sexualized contexts in which they did not partake.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Patreon",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — deepfakes prohibition under inauthentic behaviour",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fanfix_terms_digital_persona_permitted",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Fanfix: AI / synthetic content — Digital Personas explicitly recognised as a creator type",
      "summary": "Fanfix's Terms of Service (August 2026) explicitly recognise 'Digital Personas' — defined as digital characters, avatars, or virtual influencers whose look, voice, or identity is created in whole or in part using AI — as a permitted creator category.",
      "body": "Fanfix's Terms of Service (August 2026) explicitly recognise 'Digital Personas' — defined as digital characters, avatars, or virtual influencers whose look, voice, or identity is created in whole or in part using AI — as a permitted creator category.\n\nWhat Fanfix (FanFix LLC) actually says:\n\n“What is a Digital Persona? A \"Digital Persona\" is a digital character, avatar, or virtual influencer whose look, voice, or identity is created in whole or in part using AI, machine learning, or similar technology. A Digital Persona may be managed or controlled by a natural person who is a Creator or by an agency that manage Content and operate Creator Account(s).”\n\nNote: Fanfix explicitly allows Digital Personas. The platform prohibits nudity/explicit content (confirmed in earlier batch 68 research). The acceptable conduct section prohibits posting content generated through deepfake tools or voice-cloning 'unless such Content is clearly labeled and disclosed in accordance with the Content labeling standards.' Labelling requires 'an appropriate disclaimer or label' and, for Direct Messaging with a Digital Persona or chatbot, 'clearly disclosing in the opening message.'",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://auth.fanfix.io/general-terms-of-service",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fanfix (FanFix LLC)",
      "evidence_quote": "What is a Digital Persona? A \"Digital Persona\" is a digital character, avatar, or virtual influencer whose look, voice, or identity is created in whole or in part using AI, machine learning, or similar technology. A Digital Persona may be managed or controlled by a natural person who is a Creator or by an agency that manage Content and operate Creator Account(s).",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fanfix",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — Digital Personas explicitly recognised as a creator type",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator FanFix LLC; no nudity/explicit content permitted on platform",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_fanfix_terms_deepfake_label_required",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Fanfix: AI / synthetic content — deepfake and voice-clone content requires disclosure label",
      "summary": "Fanfix's Terms of Service prohibit posting content spread as misleading information generated through deepfake tools or voice-cloning software without an appropriate disclaimer or label clearly disclosing that such content is fake, manipulated, or manufactured.",
      "body": "Fanfix's Terms of Service prohibit posting content spread as misleading information generated through deepfake tools or voice-cloning software without an appropriate disclaimer or label clearly disclosing that such content is fake, manipulated, or manufactured.\n\nWhat Fanfix (FanFix LLC) actually says:\n\n“Do not post Content or spread misleading information generated through deep-fake tools, voice-cloning software, or other similar AI-enabled technologies unless such Content is clearly labeled and disclosed in accordance with the Content labeling standards set out in FanFix's Content Guidelines, including an appropriate disclaimer or label, and, for any Direct Messaging with a Digital Persona or a chatbot installed to interact with Fans on behalf of the Creator, clearly disclosing in the opening message in accordance with the Content Guideline”\n\nNote: The prohibition is against undisclosed deepfake content, not against deepfake content per se. Disclosed and labelled deepfake/AI content is permitted, consistent with the Digital Persona provision.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://auth.fanfix.io/general-terms-of-service",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fanfix (FanFix LLC)",
      "evidence_quote": "Do not post Content or spread misleading information generated through deep-fake tools, voice-cloning software, or other similar AI-enabled technologies unless such Content is clearly labeled and disclosed in accordance with the Content labeling standards set out in FanFix's Content Guidelines, including an appropriate disclaimer or label, and, for any Direct Messaging with a Digital Persona or a chatbot installed to interact with Fans on behalf of the Creator, clearly disclosing in the opening message in accordance with the Content Guideline",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Fanfix",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — deepfake and voice-clone content requires disclosure label",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_passes_guidelines_deepfakes_prohibited",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Passes: AI / synthetic content — deepfakes prohibited; no explicit nudity on platform",
      "summary": "Passes Community Guidelines (February 2025) prohibit content containing 'fake or manipulated sexual content in relation to another User or anyone else (including deepfakes)' and do not permit explicit nudity or pornography.",
      "body": "Passes Community Guidelines (February 2025) prohibit content containing 'fake or manipulated sexual content in relation to another User or anyone else (including deepfakes)' and do not permit explicit nudity or pornography.\n\nWhat Passes actually says:\n\n“contains unsolicited sexual content or unsolicited language that sexually objectifies another User or anyone else in a non-consensual way, or contains fake or manipulated sexual content in relation to another User or anyone else (including \"deepfakes\")”\n\nNote: Passes also states: 'We do not allow explicit adult content, nudity, or pornography.' The deepfakes prohibition applies to sexual content involving others. The guidelines do not address AI-generated or synthetic faces of the account holder themselves. The platform's no-nudity stance means this is a suggestive-only platform regardless.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.passes.com/help/guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Passes",
      "evidence_quote": "contains unsolicited sexual content or unsolicited language that sexually objectifies another User or anyone else in a non-consensual way, or contains fake or manipulated sexual content in relation to another User or anyone else (including \"deepfakes\")",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Passes",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — deepfakes prohibited; no explicit nudity on platform",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; Passes does not permit explicit content",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_chaturbate_terms_identity_mask",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Chaturbate: Verification — no masking of identity permitted; content submission guidelines reference",
      "summary": "Chaturbate's Community Code of Conduct (Appendix C) prohibits taking any action to mask identity, including using fake or doctored profile information, faked headers, or other mechanisms used to conceal the source of any communication.",
      "body": "Chaturbate's Community Code of Conduct (Appendix C) prohibits taking any action to mask identity, including using fake or doctored profile information, faked headers, or other mechanisms used to conceal the source of any communication.\n\nWhat Chaturbate actually says:\n\n“You will not take any action to mask your identity such as using fake or doctored profile information, faked headers or other mechanisms used to conceale the source of any communication.”\n\nNote: The Chaturbate Terms also require a camera filter / application age-play rule: the platform's zero-tolerance minor policy explicitly calls out 'camera filters/applications' as a means through which someone might leave the misimpression that they have not attained the Age of Majority. This has implications for face-altering AI tools used during live streams. The Terms state (chunk 5): 'any content that you upload or stream will be your original work and not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third-party.' Chaturbate does not have an explicit AI policy in its published Terms (last modified January 14, 2026); AI-generated and synthetic-face content is not explicitly addressed beyond the identity masking rule.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://chaturbate.com/terms/appendix-c/",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Chaturbate",
      "evidence_quote": "You will not take any action to mask your identity such as using fake or doctored profile information, faked headers or other mechanisms used to conceale the source of any communication.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Chaturbate",
      "topic": "Verification — no masking of identity permitted; content submission guidelines reference",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator MMV Media BV (Netherlands)",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_chaturbate_terms_minors_camera_filters",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Chaturbate: AI / synthetic content — camera filters that make broadcaster appear minor-aged prohibited",
      "summary": "Chaturbate's Terms prohibit anyone who might leave viewers with the misimpression that they have not attained the Age of Majority, 'whether intentionally (such as, by way of example, with makeup, apparel, room decor, camera filters/applications, and/or automation) or unintentionally.'",
      "body": "Chaturbate's Terms prohibit anyone who might leave viewers with the misimpression that they have not attained the Age of Majority, 'whether intentionally (such as, by way of example, with makeup, apparel, room decor, camera filters/applications, and/or automation) or unintentionally.'\n\nWhat Chaturbate actually says:\n\n“Our zero-tolerance policy with respect to individuals who have not yet attained the Age of Majority includes anyone who we believe, in our sole discretion, may leave viewers with the misimpression that such individual has not yet attained the Age of Majority, whether intentionally (such as, by way of example, with makeup, apparel, room decor, camera filters/applications, and/or automation) or unintentionally.”\n\nNote: Camera filters/applications are explicitly called out as a risk vector. This would include AI face-altering tools used during live streams. The phrase 'and/or automation' is broad enough to cover AI-driven real-time face modification. The general prohibition on AI content or synthetic faces during broadcast is not addressed explicitly, but the identity-masking rule and this clause together create significant risk for face-swap applications during live streams.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://chaturbate.com/terms/",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Chaturbate",
      "evidence_quote": "Our zero-tolerance policy with respect to individuals who have not yet attained the Age of Majority includes anyone who we believe, in our sole discretion, may leave viewers with the misimpression that such individual has not yet attained the Age of Majority, whether intentionally (such as, by way of example, with makeup, apparel, room decor, camera filters/applications, and/or automation) or unintentionally.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Chaturbate",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — camera filters that make broadcaster appear minor-aged prohibited",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; live streaming platform",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_stripchat_terms_identity_verification",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Stripchat: Verification — government ID plus selfie holding ID required for all uploaders",
      "summary": "Stripchat's Terms require all users who wish to upload any content to verify identity by providing a clear copy of a valid government-issued ID with a photo, and a selfie holding the identification document next to their face.",
      "body": "Stripchat's Terms require all users who wish to upload any content to verify identity by providing a clear copy of a valid government-issued ID with a photo, and a selfie holding the identification document next to their face.\n\nWhat Stripchat actually says:\n\n“For verification, we need 2 things: your ID with your photo on it; a photo of you holding your ID next to your face ... Users must provide a clear copy of a valid government issued identification document with a photo and a selfie holding the identification document.”\n\nNote: Stripchat explicitly requires that the face on the selfie match the face on the ID. The Terms do not contain an explicit AI or deepfake policy section. The prohibition on 'impersonates any person or entity or otherwise misrepresents you in any way, including creating a false identity' (clause 5(4) of User Submissions) would apply to synthetic-face content presented as the account holder. The Terms do not address whether a creator can use a synthetic face in their content. Failure to comply or providing false information may lead to permanent account block. Stripchat is a live camming platform; synthetic-face use during live streams would likely violate the impersonation and real-identity requirements.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://stripchat.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Stripchat",
      "evidence_quote": "For verification, we need 2 things: your ID with your photo on it; a photo of you holding your ID next to your face ... Users must provide a clear copy of a valid government issued identification document with a photo and a selfie holding the identification document.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Stripchat",
      "topic": "Verification — government ID plus selfie holding ID required for all uploaders",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator company registration HE349515, Cyprus",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_pornhub_terms_no_ai_policy_explicit",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Pornhub Model Program: AI / synthetic content — no explicit AI or deepfake clause found in Terms of Service",
      "summary": "The Pornhub Terms of Service (November 2025) prohibit uploading 'non-consensual content (NCC), revenge porn, blackmail, intimidation, fraudulent content, misleading content' but do not contain an explicit AI, deepfake, or synthetic face clause in the body of the Terms reviewed.",
      "body": "The Pornhub Terms of Service (November 2025) prohibit uploading 'non-consensual content (NCC), revenge porn, blackmail, intimidation, fraudulent content, misleading content' but do not contain an explicit AI, deepfake, or synthetic face clause in the body of the Terms reviewed.\n\nWhat Pornhub (Aylo Freesites Ltd) actually says:\n\n“The Content does not contain or comprise of, for example: child sexual abuse material (CSAM), non-consensual content (NCC), revenge porn, blackmail, intimidation, fraudulent content, misleading content, and gambling.”\n\nNote: The Pornhub Terms (chunk 1) list prohibited content categories but do not call out AI, deepfakes, or synthetic faces by name. An academic paper (Tandfonline, 2025) notes that while Pornhub 'specifically banned deepfakes which resembled celebrities, the platform now hosts videos which signal their use of AI in titles, descriptions, or tags.' The full 15-chunk ToS was not exhaustively fetched; however, the explicit prohibition on 'misleading content' and 'NCC' would cover non-consensual AI likenesses. The absence of a named AI/deepfake clause in the primary policy sections reviewed is recorded. Uploaders and models must 'obtain the consent and release for every individual appearing in your Content.'",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.pornhub.com/information/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Pornhub (Aylo Freesites Ltd)",
      "evidence_quote": "The Content does not contain or comprise of, for example: child sexual abuse material (CSAM), non-consensual content (NCC), revenge porn, blackmail, intimidation, fraudulent content, misleading content, and gambling.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Pornhub Model Program",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — no explicit AI or deepfake clause found in Terms of Service",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; operator Aylo Freesites Ltd, Cyprus",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_youtube_helpcenter_ai_disclosure_required",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "YouTube: AI / synthetic content — creators must disclose when realistic content is AI-generated or AI-altered",
      "summary": "YouTube requires creators to disclose when they use AI to meaningfully alter or generate photorealistic content, including making a real person appear to say or do something they didn't do, altering footage of a real event or place, or generating a realistic scene that didn't actually occur; non-disclosure may result in labels, content removal, or suspension from the YouTube Partner Program.",
      "body": "YouTube requires creators to disclose when they use AI to meaningfully alter or generate photorealistic content, including making a real person appear to say or do something they didn't do, altering footage of a real event or place, or generating a realistic scene that didn't actually occur; non-disclosure may result in labels, content removal, or suspension from the YouTube Partner Program.\n\nWhat YouTube / Google actually says:\n\n“Creators must disclose GenAI content that: Makes a real person appear to say or do something they didn't do. Alters footage of a real event or place. Generates a realistic scene that didn't actually occur ... Creators who consistently choose not to disclose this information may be subject to manual application of a label, or penalties from YouTube, including removal of content or suspension from the YouTube Partner Program.”\n\nNote: Exemptions from disclosure: beauty filters, colour adjustment, special effects like background blur, production assistance (scripts/thumbnails/captions), video sharpening, cloning one's own voice for dubs. 'Disclosing AI content won't limit a video's audience or impact its eligibility to earn money.' YouTube may auto-apply AI labels. This policy is focused on realistic and misleading content — a synthetic or AI-altered face in content that could be mistaken for a real person performing real acts would require disclosure. The policy does not explicitly state that the face in content must match a creator ID.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14328491",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "YouTube / Google",
      "evidence_quote": "Creators must disclose GenAI content that: Makes a real person appear to say or do something they didn't do. Alters footage of a real event or place. Generates a realistic scene that didn't actually occur ... Creators who consistently choose not to disclose this information may be subject to manual application of a label, or penalties from YouTube, including removal of content or suspension from the YouTube Partner Program.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "YouTube",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — creators must disclose when realistic content is AI-generated or AI-altered",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; explicit sexual content not permitted on YouTube",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_x_policy_intimate_media_synthetic",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "X (Twitter): AI / synthetic content — non-consensual nudity policy covers synthetic/digitally manipulated intimate media",
      "summary": "X's non-consensual nudity policy prohibits posting intimate images or videos, explicitly including 'images or videos that superimpose or otherwise digitally manipulate an individual's face onto another person's nude body'; violators are immediately and permanently suspended.",
      "body": "X's non-consensual nudity policy prohibits posting intimate images or videos, explicitly including 'images or videos that superimpose or otherwise digitally manipulate an individual's face onto another person's nude body'; violators are immediately and permanently suspended.\n\nWhat X Corp actually says:\n\n“images or videos that superimpose or otherwise digitally manipulate an individual's face onto another person's nude body”\n\nNote: X also prohibits under its 'Synthetic and Manipulated Media' policy: 'media depicting a real person that has been fabricated or simulated, especially through use of algorithms or broader artificial intelligence' when presented deceptively. However, memes, satire, animations, and commentary in non-deceptive ways are not violations. X does not prohibit consensually produced synthetic or AI adult content that does not involve real identifiable persons. X performs no document-plus-selfie KYC for creators; accounts can mark media as sensitive. This makes X a lower-barrier platform for AI-face content that does not depict real identifiable persons.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.x.com/en/rules-and-policies/intimate-media",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "X Corp",
      "evidence_quote": "images or videos that superimpose or otherwise digitally manipulate an individual's face onto another person's nude body",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "X (Twitter)",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — non-consensual nudity policy covers synthetic/digitally manipulated intimate media",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; X permits adult content on marked accounts",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_reddit_rules_ncii_synthetic",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Reddit: AI / synthetic content — non-consensual intimate imagery rule covers AI/faked depictions",
      "summary": "Reddit's Rule 3 prohibits posting intimate or sexually-explicit media of someone without their consent and specifically covers 'faked depictions of non-consensual intimate media, including those generated through AI tools.'",
      "body": "Reddit's Rule 3 prohibits posting intimate or sexually-explicit media of someone without their consent and specifically covers 'faked depictions of non-consensual intimate media, including those generated through AI tools.'\n\nWhat Reddit, Inc. actually says:\n\n“Never post or threaten to post intimate or sexually-explicit media of someone without their consent.”\n\nNote: The Reddit Rules (Rule 3) do not name AI or deepfakes directly, but Reddit's Transparency Report (July–December 2023) confirms: 'we updated the language of our Rule 3 policy prohibiting non-consensual intimate media to reinforce existing prohibitions against faked depictions of non-consensual intimate media, including those generated through AI tools.' Reddit does not conduct document-plus-selfie KYC for individual users or creators. Reddit permits NSFW communities with moderator-applied labels. There is no Reddit-platform verification of who is depicted in content. AI-generated content of fictional non-real characters in NSFW subreddits is commonly permitted at community level.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.redditinc.com/policies/reddit-rules",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Reddit, Inc.",
      "evidence_quote": "Never post or threaten to post intimate or sexually-explicit media of someone without their consent.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Reddit",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — non-consensual intimate imagery rule covers AI/faked depictions",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; NSFW communities require moderator designation and age-gating",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_tiktok_helpcenter_ai_label_required",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "TikTok: AI / synthetic content — disclosure required for realistic AI scenes; AI likeness of real figures not permitted for commercial endorsements",
      "summary": "TikTok's Community Guidelines require that AI-generated content depicting realistic scenes be clearly disclosed via an AI-generated content label; AI-generated content containing the likeness of any real figure (youth, adult private figure, or adult public figure used for political or commercial endorsements) is not allowed.",
      "body": "TikTok's Community Guidelines require that AI-generated content depicting realistic scenes be clearly disclosed via an AI-generated content label; AI-generated content containing the likeness of any real figure (youth, adult private figure, or adult public figure used for political or commercial endorsements) is not allowed.\n\nWhat TikTok Creator Academy actually says:\n\n“Our Community Guidelines require that AI-generated content depicting realistic scenes be clearly disclosed. And we encourage people to disclose any content that's been completely created or significantly edited by AI ... our guidelines also do not allow AI-generated content that contains the likeness of any real figure, including 1) a youth, 2) an adult private figure, and 3) an adult public figure when used for political or commercial endorsements or any other violations of our policies.”\n\nNote: TikTok's platform prohibits all explicit or pornographic content. The AI disclosure requirement is primarily relevant for realistic SFW content. TikTok may take down AI-generated content that is not labeled. TikTok does not publish a document-plus-selfie KYC policy for creators; verification is primarily age-based. The policy does not explicitly address a creator using an AI-synthetic face of their own likeness.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.tiktok.com/creator-academy/en/article/ai-generated-content-label",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "TikTok Creator Academy",
      "evidence_quote": "Our Community Guidelines require that AI-generated content depicting realistic scenes be clearly disclosed. And we encourage people to disclose any content that's been completely created or significantly edited by AI ... our guidelines also do not allow AI-generated content that contains the likeness of any real figure, including 1) a youth, 2) an adult private figure, and 3) an adult public figure when used for political or commercial endorsements or any other violations of our policies.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "TikTok",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — disclosure required for realistic AI scenes; AI likeness of real figures not permitted for commercial endorsements",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; TikTok does not permit sexual content",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_twitch_guidelines_deepfake_intimate_prohibited",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Twitch: AI / synthetic content — creating or sharing deepfake intimate images is prohibited; adult nudity banned regardless of medium",
      "summary": "Twitch's Community Guidelines prohibit creating or sharing 'doctored or deepfake intimate images of an identifiable person' under sexual harassment, and prohibit broadcasting or uploading content that contains depictions of real or fictional nudity 'regardless of the medium used to create it.'",
      "body": "Twitch's Community Guidelines prohibit creating or sharing 'doctored or deepfake intimate images of an identifiable person' under sexual harassment, and prohibit broadcasting or uploading content that contains depictions of real or fictional nudity 'regardless of the medium used to create it.'\n\nWhat Twitch Interactive, Inc. actually says:\n\n“Sharing leaked nude images of another person without their consent. Creating or sharing doctored or 'deepfake' intimate images of an identifiable person ... Users are prohibited from broadcasting or uploading content that contains depictions of real or fictional nudity, regardless of the medium used to create it.”\n\nNote: Twitch's adult nudity rule extends explicitly to 'fictional nudity' and content 'regardless of the medium used to create it' — AI-generated nudity is fully covered. Twitch is not a platform for adult creators. The deepfake prohibition targets intimate images of identifiable persons; non-identifiable AI-generated characters in non-nude content are not addressed. Creating 'deepfake videos to insult or abuse another person' is also listed under harassment.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://safety.twitch.tv/articles/en_US/Knowledge/Community-Guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Twitch Interactive, Inc.",
      "evidence_quote": "Sharing leaked nude images of another person without their consent. Creating or sharing doctored or 'deepfake' intimate images of an identifiable person ... Users are prohibited from broadcasting or uploading content that contains depictions of real or fictional nudity, regardless of the medium used to create it.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Twitch",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — creating or sharing deepfake intimate images is prohibited; adult nudity banned regardless of medium",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; Twitch prohibits nudity and explicit content entirely",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_kick_guidelines_ai_disclosure_deepfake_prohibited",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Kick: AI / synthetic content — AI-generated realistic content must be disclosed; deepfakes misleading about real events or private individuals prohibited",
      "summary": "Kick's Community Guidelines (May 2026) prohibit 'AI-generated content that mimics reality without clear disclosure' and 'Deepfakes or voice clones that mislead Viewers about real-world events or private individuals,' and require that realistic AI content during streams be disclosed 'through your stream title or an on-screen overlay.'",
      "body": "Kick's Community Guidelines (May 2026) prohibit 'AI-generated content that mimics reality without clear disclosure' and 'Deepfakes or voice clones that mislead Viewers about real-world events or private individuals,' and require that realistic AI content during streams be disclosed 'through your stream title or an on-screen overlay.'\n\nWhat Kick.com actually says:\n\n“AI-generated content that mimics reality without clear disclosure; Deepfakes or voice clones that mislead Viewers about real-world events or private individuals; Non-consensual intimate imagery (including AI-generated) ... If you use AI to generate realistic content during a stream, disclose it clearly through your stream title or an on-screen overlay.”\n\nNote: Kick explicitly notes it supports 'Innovative and creative use of AI, with appropriate disclosure.' The prohibition is on deceptive AI use, not AI use per se. Enforcement actions include: warnings, chat muting, revocation of privileges, content removal, temporary or indefinite suspension, permanent ban. Appeals contact: appeals@kick.com.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.kick.com/en/articles/15063647-understanding-kick-s-community-guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Kick.com",
      "evidence_quote": "AI-generated content that mimics reality without clear disclosure; Deepfakes or voice clones that mislead Viewers about real-world events or private individuals; Non-consensual intimate imagery (including AI-generated) ... If you use AI to generate realistic content during a stream, disclose it clearly through your stream title or an on-screen overlay.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Kick",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — AI-generated realistic content must be disclosed; deepfakes misleading about real events or private individuals prohibited",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; Kick prohibits pornography and full nudity",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r70_synthetic_faces_and_verification_70_discord_guidelines_synthetic_ncii_prohibited",
      "category": "Promotion",
      "title": "Discord: AI / synthetic content — synthetic NCII and CSAM both prohibited; AI-generated CSAM listed explicitly",
      "summary": "Discord's Community Guidelines prohibit creating, posting, or sharing intimate media of others over 18 without explicit consent (including AI-generated content), and prohibit content depicting child sexual abuse using 'manipulated, non-manipulated, or synthetic (artificial intelligence-generated) media.'",
      "body": "Discord's Community Guidelines prohibit creating, posting, or sharing intimate media of others over 18 without explicit consent (including AI-generated content), and prohibit content depicting child sexual abuse using 'manipulated, non-manipulated, or synthetic (artificial intelligence-generated) media.'\n\nWhat Discord Inc. actually says:\n\n“Do not share, distribute, or create sexually explicit or sexually suggestive content of other people over the age of 18 without the subject's explicit consent. This includes the non-consensual distribution of intimate media that was created either with or without an individual's consent ... Do not create, post, solicit, share, or make attempts to distribute content on Discord that depicts, promotes, or attempts to normalize child sexual abuse. This includes manipulated, non-manipulated, or synthetic (artificial intelligence-generated) media involving real, fictional, and/or anthropomorphized children.”\n\nNote: Discord's non-consensual intimate imagery policy (guideline 10) covers AI-generated content. The CSAM prohibition (guideline 6) explicitly names AI-generated synthetic media. Discord does not verify creator identity with government ID; there is no document-plus-selfie KYC for content creators. Age-restricted server designation is required for adult content. AI-generated adult content of fictional characters (not depicting real identifiable persons or minors) is not explicitly prohibited.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://discord.com/guidelines",
      "last_verified": "2026-09-03",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Discord Inc.",
      "evidence_quote": "Do not share, distribute, or create sexually explicit or sexually suggestive content of other people over the age of 18 without the subject's explicit consent. This includes the non-consensual distribution of intimate media that was created either with or without an individual's consent ... Do not create, post, solicit, share, or make attempts to distribute content on Discord that depicts, promotes, or attempts to normalize child sexual abuse. This includes manipulated, non-manipulated, or synthetic (artificial intelligence-generated) media involving real, fictional, and/or anthropomorphized children.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "70-synthetic-faces-and-verification",
      "subject": "Discord",
      "topic": "AI / synthetic content — synthetic NCII and CSAM both prohibited; AI-generated CSAM listed explicitly",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global; Discord permits adult sexual content in age-restricted channels",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    }
  ]
}