1. Respectful Communication
Be polite and considerate in your interactions.
Avoid insults, personal attacks, and inflammatory language.
Disagree respectfully; focus on ideas, not individuals.
2. No Spam
Do not post irrelevant or repetitive content.
Avoid advertising or self-promotion unless explicitly allowed.
3. Stay On Topic
Keep discussions relevant to the forum’s purpose or the thread’s topic.
Use appropriate sections for different types of discussions.
4. No Offensive Content
Do not post content that is illegal, harmful, or offensive, including hate speech, pornography, or violent imagery.
Avoid sharing or discussing illegal activities.
5. Respect Privacy
Do not share personal information (yours or others’) without consent.
Avoid doxxing, which includes revealing private information about others.
6. Use Appropriate Language
Avoid using excessive profanity or language that could be considered offensive.
Consider your audience and aim for clarity in communication.
7. No Plagiarism
Always credit original sources of content, including text, images, and media.
Do not copy-paste content without proper attribution.
8. Follow Moderation Decisions
Respect the decisions of moderators; they enforce the rules for everyone’s benefit.
If you disagree with a moderation decision, address it through appropriate channels.
9. No Trolling or Harassment
Do not intentionally provoke or antagonize others.
Avoid harassment or targeting individuals or groups.
10. Report Issues
Report any rule violations or inappropriate behavior to moderators.
Do not engage in vigilante justice; let the moderation team handle it.
11. Constructive Contributions
Aim to add value to discussions by providing insightful, helpful, or informative posts.
Avoid low-effort content such as one-word replies or excessive emoticons.
12. Compliance with Local Laws
Ensure that all content posted complies with local, national, and international laws.
Understand that the forum may be legally required to remove certain content.
13. Respect Forum-Specific Rules
Be aware of and follow any additional rules specific to certain sections or topics within the forum.
Check pinned or sticky posts for specific guidelines.