Slash Spend Card Prohibited Activities Policy

To ensure the integrity, legality, and security of our platform, Slash maintains a strict policy regarding the types of businesses, transactions, and users we support. The following activities and uses are strictly prohibited on our platform.

This policy applies to all users, businesses, and transactions and is subject to change based on regulatory, legal, and operational requirements.

1. Prohibited Business Types

The following categories of businesses or activities are not allowed to access or use our platform under any circumstances:

Businesses involved in illegal or highly regulated activities, including but not limited to:

Distribution of illegal substances or controlled drugs without proper licensing
Human trafficking, prostitution, or escort services
Sale of counterfeit or unauthorized goods
Pyramid schemes, Ponzi schemes, or other deceptive practices
Production or distribution of illegal digital content (e.g., child exploitation)
Political campaign fundraising or donation platforms

2. Restricted Business Activities

Some businesses may be allowed only with prior review and approval. These include, but are not limited to:

Money Service Businesses (MSBs) and remittance services
Cryptocurrency platforms and exchanges
Charities and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
Precious metals dealers
Online content or creator platforms (e.g., subscription-based streaming or tipping)
Regulated gambling or fantasy sports operations

Businesses in these categories must demonstrate proper licensing, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls.

3. Prohibited Transactions and Usage

The following types of transactions or platform use are not allowed:

Purchase or trade of digital currencies
Drug-related purchases, including marijuana, cannabis, CBD, and black-market items
Payments on dark web marketplaces or for hacking/cybercrime services
Internet pharmacies that are unlicensed or operate outside regulated jurisdictions
Firearms, ammunition, or explosives (Corporate)
Hazardous materials and chemicals without proper regulatory clearance
Escort services or similar platforms
Unlicensed or illegal auction sites
Unregulated lending or payday loan services
Data brokerage services, especially involving unauthorized personal data
Purchase or trade of endangered species or wildlife products

4. Geographic Restrictions

Cards cannot be issued to cardholders residing or registered in the following countries:

Belarus
China (Mainland)
Cuba
India
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Myanmar
Nepal
Nicaragua
North Korea
Russia
Syria
Turkey
Ukraine
Venezuela
Vietnam

Other jurisdictions may be restricted at our discretion or based on sanctions or watchlists (e.g., FATF).

Further, card usage is prohibited in each of the countries listed above, regardless of whether the cardholder is an entity or an individual:

Cuba
Iran
North Korea
Russia
Syria
Ukraine
Venezuela

5. Enforcement and Monitoring

Slash reserves the right to monitor all activity. We may suspend or terminate accounts found to be engaging in any of the prohibited activities listed above.

Violations may also be reported to appropriate law enforcement or regulatory agencies where required.

Contact Us

If you have questions about whether your business or transaction is allowed, please contact our team at support@slash.com.