Community Guidelines

Our Core Values

What We Encourage

Community Rules

1. Be Respectful and Kind

Treat all community members with respect and dignity. We have zero tolerance for:

• Harassment and bullying: Targeting individuals with repeated unwanted contact, intimidation, or hostile behavior
• Hate speech: Content that promotes violence or hatred against people based on race, ethnicity, religion, disability, gender, age, veteran status, or sexual orientation
• Discrimination: Treating people unfairly based on protected characteristics
• Personal attacks: Insulting, demeaning, or attacking other users
• Threats: Any form of threat, whether direct or implied

2. Keep Content Safe and Appropriate

Unit42 is a community for all ages. Do not post:

• Sexually explicit content: Pornography, nudity, or sexually suggestive material
• Graphic violence: Gratuitous violence, gore, or disturbing imagery
• Self-harm content: Content that promotes, encourages, or glorifies self-harm or suicide
• Illegal activities: Content promoting or facilitating illegal activities
• Dangerous content: Instructions for creating weapons, drugs, or other harmful items

3. Be Honest and Authentic

• No impersonation: Don't pretend to be someone else or create fake accounts
• No misinformation: Don't deliberately spread false information, especially about health, safety, or emergencies
• Disclose affiliations: Be transparent about business interests or financial relationships when making recommendations
• One account per person: Don't create multiple accounts to evade bans or manipulate the platform

4. Protect Privacy

• No doxxing: Don't share others' personal information (addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, etc.) without consent
• Respect boundaries: Don't share photos or information about others without permission
• Be cautious with your own information: Think carefully before sharing personal details publicly
• Report privacy violations: If someone shares your private information, report it immediately

5. No Spam or Manipulation

• No spam: Don't post repetitive content, excessive promotions, or irrelevant links
• No vote manipulation: Don't use multiple accounts or coordinate with others to artificially inflate engagement
• No bots: Don't use automated tools to post content or interact with the platform without permission
• Authentic engagement only: Don't buy, sell, or trade engagement (likes, comments, followers)

6. Commercial Activity Guidelines

We welcome local businesses as part of our community, but commercial activity must be appropriate and respectful:

• Relevant promotions: Business promotions should be relevant to the local community
• No excessive advertising: Don't spam the community with constant promotional posts
• Add value: Participate authentically beyond just promoting your business
• Follow community rules: Business accounts must follow all community guidelines
• Respect "no soliciting" preferences: Honor community-specific rules about commercial posts

7. Respect Intellectual Property

• Don't post copyrighted content: Only share content you have the right to share
• Give credit: Attribute content to original creators when appropriate
• Respect trademarks: Don't use others' brands or logos without permission
• Report violations: If you see copyright infringement, report it to us

8. Follow the Law

• No illegal content: Don't post content that violates local, state, or federal laws
• No illegal transactions: Don't use Unit42 to facilitate illegal sales or services
• No fraud or scams: Don't attempt to defraud or deceive other users
• Comply with regulations: Follow all applicable laws and regulations

Content Moderation

Automated Moderation

To keep our community safe, we use advanced AI technology to automatically review all posts and comments:

• Real-time screening: Every post and comment is analyzed using OpenAI's latest moderation model before it appears on the platform
• Multiple categories: Content is checked for harassment, hate speech, sexual content, violence, self-harm, and other prohibited categories
• Automatic action: Content that violates our guidelines may be automatically removed or flagged for review
• Continuous improvement: Our moderation systems are regularly updated to better protect our community

User Reporting

Our community members are our first line of defense. You can help keep Unit42 safe by reporting problematic content:

• Report button: Every post and comment has a report option
• Select a reason: Choose the category that best describes the violation
• Human review: Our moderation team reviews all reported content
• Confidential: Reports are anonymous and the reported user won't know who flagged their content
• Timely response: We aim to review reported content within 24 hours

What to Report

Appeals Process

If your content is removed or your account is restricted, you can appeal:

• Submit an appeal: Use the appeal option in your notification or contact legal@unit42.app with "Appeal" in the subject line
• Explain your case: Provide context for why you believe the decision was incorrect
• Review process: A different moderator will review your appeal
• Final decision: You'll receive a response within 3-5 business days

Enforcement and Consequences

When community guidelines are violated, we may take the following actions:

Factors We Consider

• Severity of the violation
• Intent (accidental vs. deliberate)
• History of violations
• Impact on other users
• Context and circumstances

Immediate Bans

The following violations result in immediate permanent bans without warning:

• Threats of violence or terrorism
• Child exploitation or abuse
• Sharing non-consensual intimate images
• Coordinated harassment campaigns
• Attempting to hack or compromise the platform
• Creating accounts to evade previous bans

Community-Specific Guidelines

Individual communities may establish additional rules that apply within their space:

• Local rules: Communities can set their own guidelines for topics, posting frequency, and behavior
• Community moderators: Local moderators help enforce both platform-wide and community-specific rules
• Respect local culture: Each community has its own norms and expectations
• When in doubt: Check the community's specific guidelines before posting

Note: Community-specific guidelines cannot override or contradict these platform-wide Community Guidelines.

Safety Tips

Protecting Yourself Online

• Don't share sensitive personal information publicly (full address, phone number, financial details)
• Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication
• Be cautious about meeting people from online in person
• Trust your instincts—if something feels wrong, report it
• Block users who make you uncomfortable
• Review your privacy settings regularly

Meeting in Person

If you decide to meet someone from Unit42 in person:

• Meet in a public place
• Tell a friend or family member where you're going
• Bring your phone and keep it charged
• Trust your instincts and leave if you feel uncomfortable
• Don't feel obligated to share personal information

Recognizing Scams

Be wary of:

• Requests for money or financial information
• Too-good-to-be-true offers or deals
• Pressure to act quickly or urgently
• Requests to move conversations off-platform
• Suspicious links or attachments

Supporting Mental Health

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please reach out for help:

If you see content that suggests someone may be at risk of self-harm, please report it immediately so we can provide resources and support.

Transparency and Accountability

Our Commitment

We are committed to transparent and fair moderation:

• Clear guidelines: We provide specific, understandable rules
• Consistent enforcement: We apply rules fairly and consistently
• Regular updates: We update these guidelines as our community evolves
• Community input: We listen to feedback and involve users in policy discussions
• Transparency reports: We publish regular reports on moderation actions

Continuous Improvement

We regularly review and improve our moderation practices based on:

• User feedback and reports
• Emerging safety concerns
• Technology advancements
• Industry best practices
• Legal and regulatory requirements

Contact and Support

We're here to help. If you have questions or concerns:

• General questions & Safety concerns: support@unit42.app
• Appeals & Legal matters: legal@unit42.app

Changes to These Guidelines

We may update these Community Guidelines from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our platform or features
• New safety concerns or threats
• Community feedback and needs
• Legal or regulatory requirements

When we make significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify users through in-app notifications
• Provide a summary of key changes
• Give users time to review before enforcement