AI Policy
At UK PonyCon, we believe in the power of authentic human creativity. Our event is built on originality and the unique perspectives that human creators can bring. That is why we are committed to supporting and showcasing the creative work of human artists, writers and designers.
To uphold this commitment, we request that our stallholders and contributors ensure that all displayed and sold products, as well as events, music, media, promotional and other material associated with UK PonyCon are created through human skill and creativity.
Products that include creative work that has been wholly or substantially generated using generative AI tools or algorithms —such as text-to-image tools, AI music composition tools, AI-assisted writing tools or code generation tools — are strictly prohibited (“Prohibited Products”).
Examples of Prohibited Products include:
Visual artwork, such as images, graphics, video content or animations, primarily created with AI image generators.
Books, magazines, or comics where the writing or illustrations were produced using AI tools.
AI-generated music or audio.
AI-generated code sold as original software or tools.
For clarity, we do not wish to restrict the use by our stallholders and contributors of any tools that may assist with minor editing or production (such as spell checkers, image upscalers, basic photo filters and/or accessibility tools). Products that have been created using such tools are permitted provided that the core creative process remains human-driven.
Any stallholders found in violation of this Policy may be asked to remove any Prohibited Products and/or may be disqualified from participation at UK PonyCon.
We acknowledge and may make occasional use of the potential benefits of AI in a wide variety of other contexts, however due to the holistic impacts of AI we choose to minimise our AI footprint and when it comes to creative expression at UK PonyCon, we choose to stand firmly with human creators. Thank you for respecting and supporting this standard.
We appreciate your candour with monitoring such policy breaches to help us keep UK PonyCon a place that celebrates human creativity and inspiration. If you have any concerns please contact us at info@ukponycon.co.uk and if you come across any instances at the event please provide what details you can to a member of staff or a volunteer and we will handle it appropriately.
Last updated 5th October 2026
