Content Guidelines

To maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment, we enforce content guidelines that prohibit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content. These guidelines help ensure that all users can engage constructively and positively. Please review the following categories to understand what types of content are not allowed.

Prohibited Content Categories

1. Harassment
   Content that expresses, incites, or promotes harassing language towards any target.

   • Includes threatening language or actions that may cause distress or fear.

2. Hate Speech
   Content that expresses, incites, or promotes hate based on race, gender, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, disability status, or caste.

   • Hateful content aimed at non-protected groups may be classified as harassment.

3. Violence
   Content depicting or promoting violence, physical harm, or death.

   • Graphic violence, including detailed descriptions of injuries, is strictly prohibited.

4. Self-Harm
   Content that promotes, encourages, or depicts acts of self-harm, such as suicide, cutting, or eating disorders.

   • Includes content where individuals express intent to self-harm or provide instructions for doing so.

5. Sexual Content

   • Content meant to arouse sexual excitement or that promotes sexual services is not allowed.
   • Sexual content involving individuals under 18 is strictly prohibited.

6. Illicit Activities
   Content that provides advice or instructions on how to commit illegal acts, including violent or harmful activities.

Enforcement and Reporting

• Flagging and Moderation:
  Text content is automatically checked against our content guidelines using advanced moderation tools. Messages flagged as potentially harmful will not be processed.

• User Warnings:
  If content violates guidelines, the user will receive the following response:
  "Your message was flagged as potentially violating our guidelines for respectful and safe communication. Please avoid content that may include harmful, violent, or inappropriate language. Let’s keep this conversation constructive and positive."

• Further Action:
  Repeated violations may result in intervention, including warnings, content filtering, or account suspension.

Appeals and Feedback

If you believe your content was flagged incorrectly, you may contact support to request a review. Please include the flagged content and any relevant details to expedite the process.

Why These Guidelines Matter

We believe in fostering a community where all users feel safe and respected. By adhering to these guidelines, you contribute to an environment that values constructive and meaningful engagement.