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Community Guidelines

Welcome to our community! These guidelines help ensure a positive, respectful, and productive environment for everyone.

Last updated: June 12, 2025

Quick Summary

Be respectful and kind
Search before posting
Post in the right category
No spam or self-promotion
Respect privacy and safety
Report inappropriate content

1. Respectful Communication

✅ Do:

  • Treat all community members with respect and courtesy
  • Use constructive language when disagreeing or providing feedback
  • Welcome newcomers and help them learn the community norms
  • Acknowledge different perspectives and experiences
  • Use appropriate language suitable for all ages

❌ Don't:

  • Use offensive, discriminatory, or hateful language
  • Engage in personal attacks, harassment, or bullying
  • Make threats or intimidating statements
  • Discriminate based on race, gender, religion, nationality, or other characteristics
  • Use excessive profanity or inappropriate content

2. Quality Content & Posting

✅ Do:

  • Search existing threads before creating a new one
  • Use clear, descriptive titles that accurately represent your topic
  • Provide enough detail and context in your posts
  • Post in the most appropriate category for your topic
  • Use proper grammar and formatting to make your posts readable
  • Stay on topic within existing discussions

❌ Don't:

  • Create duplicate threads on the same topic
  • Post vague or unclear questions without context
  • Use misleading or clickbait titles
  • Cross-post the same content across multiple categories
  • Revive very old threads unless adding significant value
  • Post off-topic or irrelevant content

3. Prohibited Content

Spam & Self-Promotion

No excessive self-promotion, advertising, or repetitive content.

Inappropriate Content

No adult content, graphic violence, or disturbing material.

Illegal Activities

No discussion of illegal activities, piracy, or harmful instructions.

Privacy Violations

No sharing of personal information without consent.

Malicious Content

No malware, phishing links, or security threats.

Copyright Infringement

No unauthorized sharing of copyrighted material.

4. Discussion Etiquette

Discussion Do's

  • Listen actively and read posts thoroughly before responding
  • Quote specific parts when replying to long posts
  • Provide sources and evidence for factual claims
  • Admit when you're wrong and learn from mistakes
  • Use constructive criticism and helpful feedback
  • Mark solutions when your problem is resolved

Discussion Don'ts

  • Don't hijack threads with unrelated topics
  • Don't respond with just "me too" or "+1" - use reactions instead
  • Don't argue just to win - focus on learning and understanding
  • Don't make assumptions about others' knowledge or experience
  • Don't share misinformation or unverified claims
  • Don't engage with trolls or inflammatory content

5. Privacy & Safety

Protect Personal Information

Never share passwords, social security numbers, or other sensitive data.

Respect Others' Privacy

Don't share others' personal information without their explicit consent.

Report Suspicious Activity

Report any suspicious behavior, scams, or safety concerns to moderators.

Protect Minors

Be extra cautious when interacting with younger community members.

6. Enforcement & Consequences

1

Verbal Warning

Minor violations receive a friendly reminder about community guidelines.

2

Formal Warning

Repeated or more serious violations result in an official warning.

3

Temporary Suspension

Serious violations or pattern of bad behavior leads to temporary account suspension.

4

Permanent Ban

Severe violations or continued misconduct results in permanent account termination.

Appeal Process

If you believe a moderation action was taken in error, you may appeal by:

  1. Contacting the moderation team through the contact form
  2. Providing specific details about the situation
  3. Explaining why you believe the action was incorrect
  4. Waiting for a response within 48-72 hours

7. Reporting & Moderation

How to Report Issues:

Report Button

Use the report button on any post or thread that violates guidelines.

Contact Moderators

Send a private message to moderators for sensitive issues.

Contact Form

Use our contact form for complex issues or appeals.

What to Report:

  • Harassment, threats, or bullying behavior
  • Spam, scams, or fraudulent content
  • Inappropriate or offensive content
  • Copyright or intellectual property violations
  • Technical issues or bugs
  • Suspicious or malicious activity

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I promote my business or products?

A: Limited self-promotion is allowed if it provides value to the community. Excessive advertising or spam will be removed.

Q: What happens to my content if I'm banned?

A: Your account will be suspended, but your previous contributions may remain visible unless they violate guidelines.

Q: Can I create multiple accounts?

A: Multiple accounts are discouraged. If you need a new account, please contact moderators to close your old one.

Q: How do I become a moderator?

A: Moderators are selected based on community involvement, helpfulness, and adherence to guidelines. We announce openings when available.

Q: Can I edit or delete my posts?

A: Yes, you can edit your posts within a reasonable timeframe. Deletion may be limited to prevent breaking conversation flow.

Our Commitment

We are committed to maintaining a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all community members. These guidelines are living documents that may be updated based on community feedback and needs.

Questions?

If you have questions about these guidelines or need clarification on any point, please don't hesitate to contact our moderation team.

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