Prohibited Businesses
Last updated: March 30, 2026
Paxos prohibits certain types of business activity ("Prohibited Businesses") in accordance with its Compliance policies. The following nonexhaustive list is representative of the type of activity that Paxos prohibits on its platform. By opening a Paxos Account, Paxos customers agree not to use Paxos services in connection with any of the following Prohibited Businesses.
Unlicensed gambling facilitators operating in jurisdictions where gambling is licensed or any gambling facilitators operating in jurisdictions where gambling is illegal
Unregulated financial businesses / money services businesses (MSBs) operating in jurisdictions where regulation is required
Adult Entertainment / Pornography
Illicit drugs / Drug paraphernalia
Ransomware Facilitators of Ransomware Transactions
Shell Banks or Shell Companies
Weapons / Arms Industry