Electronics and radio frequency devices
What is the policy?
Walmart prohibits the sale of radio frequency devices that aren’t authorized by the Federal Communication Commission (FCC). In addition, Walmart prohibits radio frequency devices that, although authorized, are operating in a manner inconsistent with that authorization. Items listed on Walmart’s Marketplace must contain all device labeling, information and warnings required by the FCC.
Additional information
This policy applies to devices that emit—whether intentionally, unintentionally, or incidentally—radio frequency energy. Because these devices can put out electrical signals that interfere with important communications channels, their design, manufacture and sale are subject to regulation by the FCC. Radio frequency devices that aren’t appropriately authorized by the FCC or that are otherwise not in compliance with FCC rules are prohibited from sale on Walmart Marketplace.
Policy basics
Prohibited | Allowed with restriction | Allowed |
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FM transmitters that operate outside of the authorized FM frequency band (88-108MHz) Products on the FCC’s Covered List, and any products associated with entities identified on the Covered List even if those products are not themselves on the Covered List Drones or drone accessories like AV transmitters that operate on unauthorized frequencies, including frequencies that are reserved for federal government use
Two-way VHF/UHF radios marketed for use by amateur licensees that operate on frequencies that extend beyond the designated amateur frequency bands (e.g., operations on frequencies 136-143 MHz, 400-419 MHz and/or 451-520 MHz, all of which are not authorized amateur radio service bands) Impermissible cell phone devices, such as:
Software, hardware, and products that enable the circumvention of copy-protected digital products, such as: Boot disks, cards, emulators, or loaders Import converters Satellite and cable TV descramblers DVD duplicators that bypass protections against copyright infringement Blu-ray players altered to disable region coding Geoblock circumvention streaming devices, or other products designed to circumvent or enable unauthorized or illegally stream protected content
Fishing net buoys operating on radio frequencies assigned to Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) Recreational hunting accessories, including wireless decoys and game calls, that exceed authorized emissions limits Products with missing or altered serial numbers Any products that detect or interfere with law enforcement or public safety equipment, such as: Devices that detect police cameras, sensors, radar jammers, or similar equipment Products designed to affect the operation of traffic signals or block detection by red-light cameras
| Consumer cellular signal boosters are allowed so long as they comply with all applicable FCC regulations, including but not limited to Rule 20.21, 47 U.S.C. § 20.21, and operate only in permitted bands; consumer cellular signal boosters and any advertisements or online listings for those boosters must contain required consumer advisory language set forth in Rule 20.21(f) and provide the necessary instructions for consumers to register their devices pursuant to Rule 20.21(h).
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Drones and Unmanned Aerial Systems
What is the policy?
All foreign made Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) such as drones along with foreign-made UAS critical components are prohibited from sale on Walmart unless they were granted FCC authorization prior to December 2025 that remains valid or are subject to a specific authorization granted by the federal government.
Additional information
Drones listed on Walmart Marketplace must include the valid FCC ID associated with the product in the key features or product description in the listing as well as an image of the FCC ID appearing on the product for sale.
Policy basics
Prohibited | Allowed |
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Drones or drone accessories such as AV transmitters that operate on unauthorized frequencies, including frequencies that are reserved for federal government use. All foreign made UAS (i.e., drones) (and foreign made UAS critical components) unless they were (i) granted FCC authorization prior to December 2025 that remains valid, or (ii) are subject to a specific authorization granted by the federal government. Products on the FCC’s Covered List, and any products associated with entities identified on the Covered List even if those products are not themselves on the Covered List.
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Streaming devices
What is the policy?
You may list streaming devices on Walmart’s Marketplace only if the devices comply with all applicable Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements and are described and marketed in a manner that doesn’t facilitate or encourage infringement, piracy or other unlawful behavior. Listings must include the device’s FCC ID prominently within the product detail page and in at least one clear product or packaging image.
Additional information
This policy applies to all listings on Walmart’s Marketplace for hardware or accessories with primary or material function to stream, cast or otherwise access audio-visual content over the internet (collectively, “Streaming Devices”). Streaming devices are subject to FCC regulation and other applicable laws due to their communication capabilities.
Walmart reserves the right to remove any item at its discretion, including where customer feedback indicates seller misconduct or reports from brand or intellectual property owners.
Policy basics
Prohibited | Allowed |
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Streaming devices that don’t comply with all applicable FCC requirements. Streaming device listings without FCC ID in the product description and in at least one product or packaging image on the listing detail page. Streaming devices designed or marketed for piracy, geo-lock circumvention, video game emulation or any other behavior that violates intellectual property rights, including advertising or encouraging such uses in product titles, descriptions, images or supplemental materials. Streaming devices that come pre-loaded with pirated material or any media that infringes intellectual property rights, including but not limited to unauthorized copies of movies, television programs, live sports, applications, ROMs, video games or similar content.
| Streaming devices that comply with all applicable FCC requirements, with the device’s FCC ID displayed both in the product description and in a clear product or packaging image and marketed solely for lawful and authorized streaming uses. Streaming devices with accurate and non-misleading descriptions that don’t promote, enable, or suggest piracy, geo-lock circumvention, video game emulation or other intellectual property infringement. Streaming devices loaded with software and content that is properly licensed and authorized for distribution.
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