Content Policy & Community Guidelines
Effective Date: September 2024
Welcome to CoralCircuit! Our platform is dedicated to creating a safe, respectful, and authentic community for divers worldwide. These guidelines ensure everyone can enjoy sharing their diving experiences while maintaining a positive environment.
Our Commitment
We are committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and authentic diving community. Violations of these guidelines may result in content removal, temporary suspension, or permanent account termination.
1. Prohibited Content
🚫 Zero Tolerance
The following content is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate account suspension:
- Nudity or Sexual Content: Any explicit, pornographic, or sexually suggestive images or text
- Violence or Harm: Content depicting violence, self-harm, or harm to others
- Hate Speech: Content that promotes discrimination, harassment, or violence based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability
- Illegal Activities: Content promoting illegal activities, including drug use, weapons, or criminal behavior
- Child Exploitation: Any content involving minors in inappropriate contexts
⚠️ Restricted Content
The following content may be removed and could result in warnings or temporary suspension:
- Graphic Medical Content: Excessive blood, injuries, or medical procedures
- Disturbing Wildlife: Content showing harassment or harm to marine life
- Dangerous Diving Practices: Content promoting unsafe diving techniques
- Excessive Gore: Graphic hunting or fishing content
2. Image Safety & Standards
Photo & Video Guidelines
- Appropriate Attire: All divers must be properly clothed in diving gear or appropriate swimwear
- No Underwater Nudity: Even in underwater photography, all individuals must be properly clothed
- Respectful Poses: Avoid suggestive or inappropriate poses, even in diving gear
- Consent Required: Only share photos/videos of people who have given explicit consent
- No Private Areas: Ensure no private body parts are visible, even accidentally
📸 What's Allowed:
- Divers in proper diving equipment (wetsuits, drysuits, BCDs)
- Swimmers in appropriate swimwear
- Underwater photography of marine life and coral reefs
- Dive site landscapes and equipment
- Group photos with consenting participants
3. Authenticity & Truthfulness
🚫 No Fake Content
We require all content to be authentic and truthful:
- No Misleading Information: Do not claim to have dived at locations you haven't visited
- No Fake Certifications: Do not claim certifications you don't have
- No Stolen Content: Do not upload photos or videos that aren't yours
- No AI-Generated Content: Do not pass off AI-generated images as real diving experiences
- Accurate Dive Logs: All dive logs must reflect actual dives you have completed
✅ What We Encourage:
- Authentic dive experiences and stories
- Real photos from your actual dives
- Honest reviews and recommendations
- Accurate dive site information
- Genuine community engagement
4. Community Behavior
Respectful Interaction
- Be Kind: Treat all community members with respect and kindness
- No Harassment: Do not bully, threaten, or harass other users
- Constructive Feedback: Provide helpful, constructive comments
- No Spam: Do not post repetitive or irrelevant content
- Respect Privacy: Do not share personal information about others
5. Copyright & Intellectual Property
🚫 Copyright Violations
- No Copying: Do not upload content that belongs to others
- No Misuse: Do not use copyrighted music, images, or videos without permission
- No Plagiarism: Do not copy dive descriptions, reviews, or other text content
- Respect Watermarks: Do not remove or alter watermarks from photos
✅ What You Can Share:
- Your own original photos and videos
- Content you have explicit permission to share
- Your own dive experiences and stories
- Original reviews and recommendations
6. Enforcement & Consequences
📋 Violation Consequences
First Warning
Content removal and warning notification
Second Warning
Temporary suspension (7-30 days)
Final Warning
Extended suspension (30-90 days)
Permanent Ban
Account termination with no appeal
🚨 Immediate Bans
The following violations result in immediate permanent ban:
- Nudity or sexual content
- Hate speech or discrimination
- Violence or harm to others
- Child exploitation content
- Repeated copyright violations
- Creating multiple accounts to evade bans
7. Reporting Violations
How to Report
If you encounter content that violates our guidelines, please report it immediately:
- Use the report button on any post or comment
- Email us at support@coralcircuit.com
- Include specific details about the violation
- Provide screenshots or links when possible
📝 What to Include in Reports:
- Username of the violator
- Specific content that violates guidelines
- Date and time of the violation
- Any relevant context or evidence
- Your contact information for follow-up
8. Appeals Process
If you believe your content was removed or your account was suspended in error, you may appeal the decision:
- Submit an appeal within 30 days of the action
- Email support@coralcircuit.com with "Appeal" in the subject line
- Include your username and the specific action being appealed
- Provide any relevant evidence or context
- We will review and respond within 7 business days
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update these guidelines from time to time to reflect changes in our community standards or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes via email or in-app notifications.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about these guidelines or need clarification, please contact us:
🤝 Thank You
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and authentic diving community. Together, we can create an amazing platform for divers to share their experiences and connect with fellow ocean enthusiasts.