04 / RULES BY STATE
NIL rules vary by state.
Pick your state to see what's permitted, whether your parent has to co-sign deal contracts, what categories are off-limits, and what your school needs to know. Rules change frequently — always confirm with your school's athletic director before signing anything.
Full HS NIL access
Restrictions apply
HS NIL not yet permitted
CA / NIL RULES
PermittedCalifornia
- HS NIL permitted
- Yes
- Parental consent to use NILPro
- Yes
- Parent must co-sign deal contracts
- Yes
- Notarization for minor contracts
- Not required
- School pre-approval required
- No
- School disclosure required after signing
- Yes
Banned deal categories
- alcohol
- tobacco
- cannabis
- gambling
- firearms
- adult content
- performance-enhancing supplements
Notes
California permits HS NIL under CIF Bylaws 212 (Amateur Status) and 510 (Undue Influence). Athletes cannot use school or team affiliations, uniforms, logos, or any school identifiers; deals must be reported to the school/athletic program. Some schools may also require pre-approval or contract submission, and individual schools may restrict additional categories (e.g. cannabis, gambling, adult content) beyond the CIF baseline. NIL income is not capped.
Last updated: 2026-04-29 · CIF Bylaw 212 (Amateur Status) and Bylaw 510 (Undue Influence)
This is informational, not legal advice. NILPro is a software platform — we are not your attorney and do not represent you. Rules change frequently and may be different at the school or district level. Confirm with your school's athletic director and, for any significant deal, a sports/entertainment attorney before signing.