CommunityStandards
CommunityStandards refers to a formal set of rules and guidelines that govern acceptable behavior and content within a community, including online platforms and offline groups. The aim is to foster safe, inclusive, and respectful environments while enabling legitimate expression.
Typical provisions define prohibited conduct such as harassment, hate speech, threats, violence, sexual content involving minors,
Enforcement mechanisms include reporting tools, content moderation, automated detection, and community moderation. Violations may result in
Development and governance: Created by platform owners or community managers, often with input from users and
Impact and challenges: Balancing free expression with safety; maintaining consistency and fairness; dealing with cultural differences;
Relation to broader governance: CommunityStandards intersect with law, platform policies, and user education; they can be