A flyer is a form of paper advertisement intended for wide distribution and typically posted or distributed in a public place or through the mail. Flyers may be used by individuals, businesses, or organizations to: 1. Promote a good or service, such as a restaurant or nightclub. 2. Persuade or send a social, religious, or political message, as in evangelism or political campaign activities on behalf of a political party or candidate. Flyers have been used in armed conflict: for example, airborne leaflet propaganda has been a tactic of psychological warfare. 3. Recruit members 4. Advertise an event such as a music concert, nightclub appearance, festival, or political rally.