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Truth in Advertising, Inc. (TINA.org) respects the privacy of everyone who visits our website (the “Site”).  By accessing and using this Site, you are agreeing to this Privacy Policy.  If…

NourishLife speak (Lifetrients)

TINA.org investigated NourishLife (which later changed its name to Lifetrients) and found that it was deceptively advertising a potentially harmful supplement called SpeechNutrients speak by, among other things, claiming it…

Breaking News: This Shouldn’t Be Advertised as Breaking News

Cable news appears to be redefining the meaning of breaking news and reaping ad dollars along the way.

Content Confusion in an Era of Fake News

Study demonstrates that effectively designed native advertising disclosures can decrease consumer deception.

Cancer Treatment Centers of America Database

FabKids Deceptive Pricing

FTC Seeks to Crack Down on Rampant Fake Reviews and Bogus Testimonials

TINA.org supports FTC’s proposed rule and suggests revisions.

Terms of Use

These terms and conditions (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of Truth in Advertising, Inc. (TINA.org)’s website (the “Site”).  By accessing or using the Site, you are agreeing…

Fake It Until You Make It

Learn how to spot fake reviews.

Stream Energy Income Claims

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Health Claims

Newsflash: News Sites Endorsing Diet Products May be Fake

Move over before-and-after shots.  Advertisers are now creating what appear to be legitimate news sites to shill bogus diet products.  Claiming that weight loss supplements (A magical fruit that is…

Masking Ads as News

The FTC has shut down multiple fake news sites.

Pure Herbal Total Defense Immunity Blend

Latest coronavirus scam to land on TINA.org’s radar comes packaged as a fake Fox News article.

Nine Investment Newsletter Warning Signs

Consumers should consider whether investment newsletters are actually helpful or just full of hype.

Consumer News

Articles on TINA.org investigations and features, regulatory actions and more.

Regulators Go after Fake Reviews

After a yearlong investigation, New York regulators are announcing a crackdown on misleading online reviews.

The Best Advertiser on Fox News Wants You to Buy Gold Coins Because Fake News Is Bad

Justin Peters, Slate