Video Guidelines and Rejection Reasons for Seller SKUs

Video Guidelines and Rejection Reasons for Seller SKUs

High-quality, informative product videos are an effective way to enhance your listings and drive sales on noon. Videos give customers a clearer understanding of your product’s features, benefits, and usability. However, to maintain a safe and consistent shopping experience, all videos must comply with noon’s content standards and publishing rules.

This guide outlines the mandatory requirements and key recommendations to ensure your videos meet our platform guidelines and avoid rejections.

How to Upload a Product Video in Seller Lab :

To upload the infographic content to noon, follow these simple steps
  1. Go to the main Seller Lab page and click on the navigation menu in the top left corner.
  2. Click on Noon.comCatalog.
  3. Select Partner Catalog.
  4. Click on the "Action" button next to the product you want to update and choose → Edit offer & content.
  5. Under Offer& Content in the Product Details : →  click on Add video.
  6. Upload your video while ensuring it meets all the technical and content guidelines mentioned in this article.

Essential Video Requirements

The following standards must be met for your product videos to be accepted on noon:

Requirement

Guideline

Language

Videos must be in English or Arabic only.

Audio Quality

Audio must be clear and free from background noise.

Music

Use only royalty-free or licensed background music.

Branding

Only one brand logo may be shown per video view.

Product Focus

The video should focus solely on the product, highlighting its features, benefits, and usage.

Product Variations

If showing multiple variants (e.g., color or size), each should be clearly identified to avoid customer confusion.

Demonstrations

Include accurate and clear product demonstrations where applicable (e.g., how to use, assemble, or install).

Endorsements & Testimonials

Must be truthful, non-misleading, and comply with local advertising regulations.

Environmental Claims

Any claims such as “eco-friendly” or “biodegradable” must be backed by credible evidence.

Compliance

Videos must comply with local laws, advertising standards, and consumer protection laws.

Cultural Sensitivity

Avoid content that may be considered offensive or inappropriate across noon’s operating regions.

Children in Videos

Videos must not be directed at children. If minors are included, it must be in context to the product (e.g., toys or children’s clothing).


Video Format & Technical Specifications

To ensure successful upload and playback, your videos must meet the following technical requirements:

Specification

Requirement

Accepted File Formats

MP4, MOV, WEBM (MP4 recommended)

Resolution

1080p+ recommended, minimum 480p

Maximum File Size

5 GB (Optimal: 10 MB)

Maximum Duration

2.5 minutes (Optimal: 30 seconds)

Video Content Restrictions

1- Prohibited Content

The following types of content are strictly prohibited and will lead to immediate rejection:

  • Nudity or sexually suggestive visuals

  • False, deceptive, or misleading information

  • Derogatory remarks about other brands or competitors

  • Use of copyrighted content (music, images, video) without permission

  • Sharing personal data (names, phone numbers, emails)

  • Content that is emotionally distressing, controversial, or shocking

  • Discriminatory or offensive language

  • Profanity, vulgarity, or defamatory content.

  • Promotion of illegal, unsafe, or violent behavior

  • Any implication of criminal use of the product

  • Swimwear or underwear modeled by minors

2- Promotional & Commercial Restrictions

Avoid including marketing-driven or time-sensitive language that can become outdated or misleading:

Not Allowed

Examples

Pricing & Discounts

“On Sale Now”, “Best Price”, “Limited Time Offer”

Shipping Info

“Free Shipping”, “Delivered in 24 Hours”

Customer Reviews

"Top-rated on noon", "5-star feedback from our customers"

Guarantees & Warranties

“Money Back Guarantee”, “100% Satisfaction”

Competitor Comparisons

"Better than [brand]", "product only sold by authorized sellers"


3- Branding and External References

To protect brand integrity and prevent redirection away from noon, the following are not allowed:

  • Seller contact details (email, phone number, business name)

  • External web links, QR codes, or URLs

  • Competitor comparisons or unauthorized “official seller” claims

  • Multiple brand logos on screen at once (limit to one per video)

4- Children in Videos

Sellers must be extra cautious when featuring minors:

  • Videos must not be directed at children

  • Minors can only appear if directly related to the product

  • No nudity or sexually suggestive content is permitted, including modeling swimwear or undergarments

5- Health and Safety Claims

Product videos must avoid unverified medical or health claims, especially for health-related products. Ensure the following:

  • Do not make claims like “cures headaches” or “heals skin conditions”

  • Do not promote weight loss without stating “along with a healthy diet and exercise”

  • Avoid presenting your product as a substitute for medical advice or treatment

Video Rejection Reasons

Rejection Code/ reason

Description

Example

banned_products_sexual

The video contains sexually suggestive or inappropriate imagery.

Content that includes nudity, suggestive poses, focus on intimate body parts, or adults modeling children’s underwear inappropriately is strictly prohibited.

inappropriate_offensive_language

The video contains vulgar, offensive, or discriminatory language.

Content with profanity, hate speech, discrimination, inappropriate jokes, or offensive background music is not allowed.

inappropriate_obscene_video

The video includes disturbing, violent, or obscene footage.

Videos containing graphic violence, obscene gestures, disturbing visuals, cruelty, or unsafe activities without warnings are strictly prohibited.

inconsistent_video_content

The video content does not match the product information

Videos showing a different product model, incorrect features, mismatched colors or sizes, non-included accessories, unsupported uses, or incorrect branding are not accepted.

invalid_video_content

The video includes content not permitted by noon’s guideline

Videos containing external links, contact details, customer reviews, social media info, time-sensitive promos, calls to action, warranty/shipping details, or audio in languages other than English or Arabic are prohibited.

banned_products_dangerous

The video features dangerous or restricted products.

Videos featuring weapons, security bypass tools, illegal activities, hazardous materials without warnings, or banned/non-certified products are not allowed.

banned_products_copyright

The video uses copyrighted material without permission.

Videos using unauthorized music, film clips, protected artwork, copyrighted characters, or unlicensed content are prohibited.

banned_products_food_drugs_animals

The video promotes health products with medical claims or features prohibited items.

Videos promoting unregulated medications, making medical claims, or showing health improvement testimonials are not allowed.

Best Practices for Approval

  • Keep your message simple, relevant, and product-focused

  • Use high-quality visuals and clear audio

  • Highlight key features and demonstrate real-life usage

  • Ensure all claims are truthful and verifiable

  • Speak clearly or use readable on-screen text






That's it!

 

Got any more questions?

Contact us on seller@noon.com.


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