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Community Guidelines
Our standards for maintaining a healthy, vibrant, and professional Public Square. Every voice matters when we speak with respect.
1. Respectful Discourse
PostYourView is a space for open, transparent, and respectful dialogue. Disagree with ideas, not people. Personal attacks, harassment, and bullying will not be tolerated in our Public Square.
- ✦Focus on the argument, not the individual.
- ✦Zero tolerance for harassment or targeted abuse.
- ✦Constructive criticism is encouraged; insults are not.
- ✦Respect the diverse perspectives of our global community.
2. Prohibition of Hate Speech
We are committed to maintaining a safe environment for all users. We do not allow content that promotes violence, incites hatred, or discriminates against protected groups.
- ✦No discrimination based on race, religion, or gender.
- ✦Prohibition of content that incites or glorifies violence.
- ✦Removal of dehumanizing language or imagery.
- ✦Account termination for severe or repeated violations.
3. Authentic Content & Integrity
Help us keep the Square authentic. We value original perspectives and honest interactions. Manipulation of platform systems undermines the experience for everyone.
- ✦Do not post spam, scams, or misleading information.
- ✦Verify facts before sharing controversial claims.
- ✦No manipulation of the reputation or voting systems.
- ✦Respect intellectual property and copyright laws.
4. Moderation & Reputation
Our moderation system is unique. It's fueled by community reputation, ensuring that the most trusted voices have the greatest impact on platform health.
- ✦Reputation weight influences moderation visibility.
- ✦Community reports are reviewed by high-reputation moderators.
- ✦Appeals process available for moderation decisions.
- ✦Transparency in enforcement actions and platform rules.
5. Reporting Violations
The community is our best defense against guideline violations. We encourage users to proactively report content that breaches these standards.
- ✦Use the 'Report' button for immediate flag submission.
- ✦Provide context when reporting complex violations.
- ✦Misuse of the reporting system may impact reputation.
- ✦Confidentiality for users who report in good faith.
PostYourView reserves the right to modify these guidelines at any time to preserve the integrity of our platform. We will notify our community of any significant updates. Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in content removal, account suspension, or permanent banning.