Community Guidelines & Chat Rules

🤝Be Respectful and Kind

Treat Everyone with Dignity

• Golden Rule: Treat others as you would like to be treated
• No Harassment: Zero tolerance for bullying, personal attacks, or intimidation
• Embrace Diversity: Respect different opinions, backgrounds, cultures, and identities
• Practice Patience: Not everyone types at the same speed or speaks the same language fluently
• Give Benefit of Doubt: Assume positive intent in misunderstandings
• Be Supportive: Help new users feel welcome and comfortable

Language and Communication

• Use appropriate language - excessive profanity is discouraged
• Avoid CAPS LOCK for entire messages (it's like shouting)
• Be clear and considerate in your communication
• Use emojis and reactions to enhance conversations positively

💬Communication Guidelines

Stay On Topic and Relevant

• Room Purpose: Respect the purpose of each chat room or channel
• Appropriate Channels: Use designated channels for specific topics
• Avoid Thread Hijacking: Don't derail ongoing conversations
• Private vs Public: Use direct messages for personal conversations

Avoid Spam and Flooding

• No Repetitive Messages: Don't send the same message multiple times
• Quality over Quantity: Make your messages meaningful and thoughtful
• No Rapid-Fire Posting: Avoid sending many messages in quick succession
• Link Sharing: Don't repeatedly post the same links or promotional content
• Emoji Moderation: Use emojis to enhance communication, not overwhelm it

🚫Prohibited Content and Behavior

Harmful Content

• Hate Speech: Content targeting individuals or groups based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, or other protected characteristics
• Threats and Violence: Threats of violence, self-harm, or promoting dangerous activities
• Adult Content: Sexually explicit material, nudity, or inappropriate sexual discussions
• Illegal Activities: Discussion of illegal activities, drug use, or sharing illegal content
• Self-Harm Content: Content promoting or encouraging self-harm or suicide

Privacy and Safety Violations

• Personal Information: Sharing personal details (addresses, phone numbers, etc.) of yourself or others
• Doxxing: Revealing private information about other users
• Impersonation: Pretending to be another user, celebrity, or brand
• Account Sharing: Sharing login credentials or using multiple accounts

Malicious Activities

• Scams and Phishing: Fraudulent schemes, phishing attempts, or financial scams
• Malicious Links: Sharing viruses, malware, or harmful downloads
• Platform Exploitation: Attempting to hack, exploit, or disrupt the service
• Bot Usage: Using automated tools or scripts without permission

🔞Age Requirements and Verification

• 18+ Only: Our platform is restricted to users 18 years of age and older
• Age Verification: You may be required to verify your age during registration
• No Underage Users: Anyone found to be under 18 will have their account terminated
• Mature Content Guidelines: While we're 18+, maintain respectful communication standards
• Reporting Underage Users: Report suspected underage users to moderation immediately

👤Username and Profile Guidelines

• Appropriate Names: Choose usernames that are respectful and non-offensive
• No Impersonation: Don't pretend to be other users, celebrities, or brands
• Clean Profile Pictures: Upload appropriate, non-offensive images
• No Personal Info: Don't include personal contact information in usernames
• Unique Identity: One account per person - multiple accounts are prohibited

🛡️Reporting and Moderation

Enforcement Actions

Appeals Process

• You can appeal moderation decisions through our support system
• Provide clear reasoning and context for your appeal
• Appeals are reviewed within 48-72 hours
• Final decisions are made by senior moderation staff
• Continued violations after successful appeals may result in harsher penalties

💡Best Practices for Great Chatting

🔧Technical and Security Rules

• No Automated Tools: Don't use bots, scripts, or automated tools without permission
• Respect System Limits: Don't attempt to exploit or bypass platform restrictions
• Report Security Issues: Responsibly report bugs and security vulnerabilities
• Use Official Clients: Use only official or approved chat applications
• Protect Your Account: Keep your login credentials secure and private
• Account Deletion Policy: Account deletion requests are subject to a 30-day waiting period
• No Account Cycling: Repeatedly deleting and recreating accounts is prohibited and may result in permanent ban
• Data Retention: Some data may be retained even after account deletion for legal and safety purposes

🎉Special Events and Activities

• Follow Event Rules: Special events may have additional guidelines
• Participate Fairly: Don't cheat or exploit in contests or games
• Respect Event Hosts: Listen to moderators and event organizers
• Have Fun Responsibly: Enjoy activities while following all community rules