Community Guidelines
Last Updated: November 8th, 2024
1. Safety First
Personal Safety
- Never share private information (address, phone number, email)
- Avoid sharing location data in real-time
- Report suspicious behaviour immediately
- Use strong, unique passwords and make sure to remember them
Account Security
- Enable two-factor authentication when available, currently unavailable
- Monitor account activity regularly
- Log out from shared devices
2. Respectful Communication
Expected Behaviour
- Use appropriate language
- Consider diverse perspectives
- Practice empathy in discussions
- Acknowledge mistakes gracefully
Prohibited Behaviour
- Hate speech or discrimination
- Personal attacks or harassment
- Trolling or inflammatory comments
- Excessive profanity, as although swearing is allowed and accepted, excessive use can be deemed offensive
3. Content Standards
Acceptable Content
- Original creations
- Properly credited shared content
- Constructive discussions
- Relevant news and updates
Prohibited Content
- Adult or explicit material without proper disclosure
- Graphic violence
- Illegal activities
- Spam or misleading information
- Unauthorised advertisements, and advertisements without disclosure
- Private information of others
4. Intellectual Property
- Only post content you own or have permission to share
- Properly attribute sources when sharing
- Respect copyright and trademark laws
- Report copyright violations
5. Reporting and Enforcement
How to Report
- Use the built-in reporting tools
- Provide specific details about violations
- Include relevant evidence
Enforcement Actions
- Warnings for minor violations
- Temporary suspension for repeated issues
- Permanent ban for serious violations
- Immediate action for severe cases
6. Account Integrity
Account Requirements
- One account per person with good reason
- Accurate profile information
- No impersonation
- No automated accounts
7. Community Engagement
Best Practices
- Contribute meaningfully to discussions
- Help newcomers understand platform rules
- Share constructive feedback
- Celebrate community achievements
8. Updates and Changes
These guidelines may be updated to address new challenges and community needs. Users will be notified of significant changes.
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