Netiquette for Our Social Media Channels

To ensure that our social media platform remains a space for respectful and constructive exchanges, we kindly ask you to follow these rules. They help to create a welcoming and positive environment for all users.

1. Be respectful
   Treat others the way you want to be treated. Insults, derogatory comments, and disrespectful language create a negative atmosphere and will not be tolerated. Remember, there's a person behind every profile.

2. Offer constructive criticism
   Feedback is valuable, as long as it is provided in a respectful and factual manner. Personal attacks or degrading comments are unhelpful and can lead to misunderstandings or conflict. Always aim to be solution-oriented and provide reasoning behind your critique.

3. No spam or advertising
   Sharing irrelevant content, spam, or misleading links disrupts the flow of conversation and frustrates the community. Please refrain from self-promotion or unsolicited advertising unless it’s explicitly requested.

4. Respect privacy
   Do not post personal information like phone numbers, addresses, or email addresses, whether they are yours or someone else's. Private messages or confidential information should also not be shared publicly. Always respect data privacy to protect yourself and others.

5. Avoid fake news and misinformation
   Ensure that the content you share is accurate and verified. Spreading false information can cause harm. Always double-check your sources before posting news or claims. If you're unsure about the truth of something, it's better not to share it.

6. No hate speech or discrimination
   Hate speech or any form of discrimination—whether based on gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or origin—is strictly prohibited. Such comments will be removed immediately, and offending users may be banned.

7. Respect copyright laws
   Share only content that you have the rights to or clearly credit the original source. Posting copyrighted material (e.g., images, videos, music) without permission from the owner may result in legal consequences and will not be tolerated here.

8. Engage in civil discussions
   A diversity of opinions enriches conversations, but they must be expressed in a polite and respectful manner. Everyone should feel safe to share their views without facing hostility or condescension.

9. No inappropriate content
   Content that is violent, pornographic, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate has no place on our social media channels. Such posts will be removed immediately, and those responsible may face consequences.

10. Respect moderation decisions
    Our moderators are here to ensure that these rules are followed. They reserve the right to delete posts that violate the netiquette and to warn or ban users in case of repeated violations. Moderator decisions must be respected to maintain a fair and orderly environment.

Consequences for Violating the Netiquette

We take compliance with our netiquette seriously to ensure a friendly and respectful community. If the above rules are violated, we reserve the right to take the following actions:

1. Warning
   For minor violations, you will receive a warning. This serves as a reminder of the netiquette and gives you the opportunity to adjust your behavior.

2. Post removal
   Content that violates the netiquette will be deleted without notice, especially if it is offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate.

3. Temporary ban
   Repeated violations or severe breaches (e.g., hate speech, spam) may result in a temporary ban from our social media channels to protect the community.

4. Permanent ban
   In extreme cases of severe or repeated violations, we reserve the right to permanently ban users from participating in our social media channels.

5. Legal action
   In cases of particularly serious violations, such as the distribution of illegal content, threats, or copyright infringement, we reserve the right to take legal action.