Code for the Marketing of Broadband Services
What it is
This Code requires providers who market broadband services to ensure that the information about the technical and performance characteristics of the broadband service is presented in a clear, accurate and up-to-date way.
Purpose
The purpose of this Code is to set out the key principles that providers should adhere to when marketing broadband Telecommunications Services to Consumers, by:
- Presenting fair and accurate information about the speed and performance of broadband plans in marketing collateral; and
- Not mislead consumers on speed and performance indicators.
Providers can market broadband services on the basis of “Personas” must be objectively justified and demonstrably reasonable.
For guidance, the TCF has published ‘Broadband Marketing Personas’ information on the TCF website which is also available for consumers. This information sets out what applications and activities are expected to be supported on different services.
Providers must also provide a clear process for consumers to raise complaints regarding the speed and performance of their broadband service and a commitment to resolve the issue.
Who it applies to
Providers who market broadband services to consumers.
This Code does not apply to Local Fibre Companies, read their Letter of Commitment.
Who it affects
Consumers of broadband telecommunications services.
Code status
Code type: Voluntary Code
Document version: 1st edition. April 2022
Signatories to this Code
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