Community Guidelines
Effective Date: 01/01/2026
Our mission is to create a safe, authentic, inclusive, and privacy-respecting environment.
Strict Enforcement Policy
To protect our community, we enforce these rules strictly. Violations may result in content removal, feature restrictions, temporary suspension, or permanent ban.
1. Safety & Harm Prevention
1.1 Violence & Physical Harm
- ❌ Do NOT post, promote, or threaten violence, self-harm, or physical injury.
- ❌ No glorification of dangerous acts, challenges, stunts, or behavior that may cause harm.
- ❌ No weapons display except in non-threatening, educational, or artistic contexts.
- ✔️ If you see someone in danger, report it immediately using the in-app reporting tools.
1.2 Self-Harm & Suicide
- ❌ No content that encourages, glorifies, or instructs self-harm or suicide.
- ✔️ Supportive discussions are allowed only if they don’t share methods or promote harm.
We may provide hotline resources automatically when such content appears.
1.3 Bullying, Hate & Harassment
- ❌ No bullying, shaming, insulting, or targeted harassment at individuals or groups.
- ❌ Hate speech based on protected attributes is strictly prohibited.
- ❌ No doxxing or attempts to reveal someone's identity.
- ✔️ Healthy debate is allowed, but must remain respectful and non-abusive.
2. Privacy & Personal Data Protection
2.1 Personal Information
❌ Do NOT share:
- Home address or live locations
- Phone numbers, emails, passwords
- IDs, financial info, or confidential documents
- Others’ personal data without consent
2.2 Images & Videos
❌ Prohibited:
- Content featuring people without consent
- Hidden camera footage
- Attempts to expose or shame individuals
2.3 AI-Generated Content & Deepfakes
- ❌ No AI-generated images/videos/voices of real people without explicit consent.
- ❌ No deceptive or misleading AI content intended to impersonate individuals.
- ✔️ AI creative tools must be used responsibly, with proper labeling when required.
3. Content Integrity & Authenticity
- 3.1
Misinformation: No intentionally false information that could cause harm.
- 3.2
Spam & Abuse: No mass-posting, engagement manipulation, or unauthorized bots.
- 3.3
Illegal Activities: No content involving drugs, human trafficking, fraud, or illegal goods.
4. Youth Safety & Sexual Content
Youth Safety (Under 18)
Strictly enforced.
- No sexual content, nudity, or sexually suggestive behavior involving minors.
- No messaging minors with inappropriate intent.
- No content encouraging underage drinking, smoking, or crimes.
Sexual Content & Adult Material
- ❌ Strictly no explicit sexual content or pornography.
- ❌ No sexualized images of adults in a minor-appearing context.
- ✔️ Artistic or educational content may be allowed if non-sexual and context-appropriate.
5. Local & Marketplace Rules
Local Community
- No sharing precise live locations unless intentionally broadcasting.
- No stalking, tracking, or sharing locations of others.
- No recording altercations or incidents without consent.
Marketplace
- No scams, fake giveaways, or misleading offers.
- No selling counterfeit products.
- No pyramid schemes.
6. Enforcement & Reporting
Enforcement Actions
Content Removal
Feature Restrictions
Temporary Suspension
Permanent Ban
Law Enforcement Reporting
Your Responsibility
- 🛡️ Report harmful, illegal, or unsafe content.
- 🛡️ Block or mute accounts that make you uncomfortable.
- 🛡️ Use the in-app “Report” feature responsibly.
By using VibSnap, you agree to follow all Community Guidelines, respect others’ safety, and comply with local laws.
We may update these guidelines as required for safety, legal compliance, or community improvement.
