Prohibited Items & Activities

Last Updated: March 4, 2026

Overview

Trustower is a neutral escrow service committed to legal and ethical commerce. The following items and activities are prohibited on our platform. Violation of this policy may result in account termination and referral to authorities.

Illegal Goods & Services

The following categories of items and services are prohibited:

  • Illegal drugs, controlled substances, or drug paraphernalia
  • Prescription medications without valid prescriptions
  • Explosives, fireworks, or other dangerous materials
  • Weapons (firearms, ammunition, knives, tasers, etc.)
  • Stolen property or goods with unclear origin
  • Counterfeit currency or documents
  • Hacking services, malware, or cyberattack tools

Intellectual Property Violations

  • Counterfeit branded goods (fake luxury items, etc.)
  • Pirated software, ebooks, or media
  • Unlicensed merchandise or licensed items sold without authorization
  • Infringing on patents, trademarks, or copyrights

Adult & Explicit Content

  • Adult services or sexual content
  • Escort services or related transactions
  • Sexually explicit materials or imagery
  • Any service involving sexual activity for payment

Financial Fraud & Scams

  • Pyramid schemes or multi-level marketing scams
  • Advance fee schemes or "work-from-home" scams
  • Money laundering or structuring
  • Check fraud or credit card fraud
  • Investment scams or fraudulent investment opportunities
  • Loan fraud or predatory lending schemes

Cryptocurrency & Digital Asset Scams

  • Cryptocurrency scams (pump-and-dump schemes, fake exchanges)
  • NFT scams or fraudulent digital assets
  • Fake investment opportunities in blockchain projects
  • Ponzi schemes disguised as cryptocurrency investments

Sanctions & Restricted Entities

  • Transactions with individuals or entities from sanctioned countries
  • Dealings with UN-designated entities or terrorist organizations
  • Trade with sanctioned regions (Crimea, Syria, Iran, North Korea, etc.)
  • Circumventing economic sanctions

Fraudulent Activity & Misrepresentation

  • Creating multiple accounts to evade restrictions or fees
  • Misrepresenting identity or business legitimacy
  • False product descriptions or condition claims
  • Using Trustower for money laundering or cash conversion
  • Coordinating with buyer or seller to exploit Trustower systems

Prohibited Services

  • Gambling or betting services (online casinos, sports betting)
  • Loan services or debt collection
  • Insurance services without proper licensing
  • Real estate transactions (may be allowed on case-by-case basis)
  • Services involving bribing or corruption

Hazardous & Dangerous Materials

  • Hazardous chemicals or toxic substances
  • Radioactive materials
  • Biological or chemical weapons
  • Materials banned under international conventions

Privacy & Personal Information Violations

  • Sale of personal data or private information
  • Identity theft or identity fraud
  • Doxxing or publishing private information

Enforcement & Consequences

If prohibited items or activities are detected:

  • Transaction is immediately frozen
  • Funds are refunded to buyer
  • User account is suspended or permanently terminated
  • Information may be reported to relevant authorities as required by law
  • User may be placed on a watchlist to prevent re-registration
  • Cooperation with law enforcement investigations

Reporting Violations

If you suspect a prohibited transaction:

  • Report to support@trustower.com with transaction details
  • Provide evidence (screenshots, communications, etc.)
  • Trustower will investigate and take appropriate action
  • Confidentiality will be maintained where possible

Special Cases & Exceptions

Some items may be allowed on a case-by-case basis with proper licensing and documentation:

  • Licensed firearm dealers (with proper documentation)
  • Licensed pharmaceutical distributors (with prescriptions)
  • Licensed alcohol distributors (with proper permits)
  • Licensed real estate transactions (with escrow documentation)

Contact compliance@trustower.com to request exception evaluation.

Regular Updates

This prohibited items list is updated regularly to reflect legal changes, emerging risks, and community feedback. Users are responsible for staying informed about current restrictions.

Contact

For compliance questions: compliance@trustower.com

Trustower is committed to operating a safe, legal platform. We work with law enforcement and regulatory agencies to prevent illegal activity. If you engage in prohibited activities, you may face legal consequences in addition to account termination.