Lemmy.ninja Site Rules

Site rules for Lemmy.ninja have been posted. Please familiarize yourself with these rules.

Lemmy.ninja Instance Rules

• Be respectful: Treat other users with respect and kindness. Personal attacks, harassment, or any form of hate speech will not be tolerated.
• Stay on topic: Keep discussions relevant to the respective community or post. Avoid going off-topic or derailing conversations.
• No spam or self-promotion: Do not use Lemmy.ninja solely for self-promotion or excessive advertising. Promote your content or products in designated areas, such as the appropriate community or specific promotion threads.
• No illegal content: Do not post or share any content that is illegal, promotes illegal activities, or violates intellectual property rights. This includes sharing copyrighted material without permission.
• Provide accurate information: Share reliable and fact-checked information. Misinformation or deliberate spreading of false information is strongly discouraged.
• No personal information: Do not post personal information about yourself or others without consent. Respect privacy and confidentiality.
• Keep it SFW (Safe for Work): Avoid posting explicit, pornographic, or NSFW (Not Safe for Work) content. Lemmy.ninja aims to be an inclusive and accessible platform for users of all ages.
• No trolling or flame wars: Engage in constructive discussions and avoid trolling, flaming, or engaging in prolonged arguments that disrupt the community. Disagreements are allowed, but they should be handled respectfully.
• Report violations: If you come across any content or behavior that violates the rules or community guidelines, report it to the moderators or site administrators promptly.
• Follow community guidelines: Each community on Lemmy.ninja may have specific guidelines or rules. Familiarize yourself with these guidelines and adhere to them when participating in those communities.
• Use appropriate language: Refrain from using offensive or abusive language. Maintain a civil tone and communicate in a manner that promotes a positive and inclusive environment.
• Be mindful of the voting system: Use upvotes and downvotes to express your opinion on the quality and relevance of content. Do not engage in vote manipulation or brigading.