Introduction
++ Welcome to ZekoChat! Our community guidelines are designed to help create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment for all users. These guidelines apply to all users, content, and behavior on ZekoChat, including direct messages, group chats, servers, and public spaces. +
++ + Our goal is to foster a community where everyone feels welcome, respected, and free to express themselves. +
+Be Respectful
++ Treat all members of the community with kindness, empathy, and respect. We are a diverse community with people from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. +
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- + ✓ + Use inclusive and welcoming language + +
- + ✓ + Listen to different viewpoints + +
- + ✓ + Respect others' boundaries + +
- + ✓ + Engage in constructive discussions + +
Don't
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- + ✗ + Use offensive or discriminatory language + +
- + ✗ + Mock or belittle others + +
- + ✗ + Engage in personal attacks + +
- + ✗ + Disrespect others' opinions + +
No Harassment or Bullying
++ Harassment, bullying, and intimidation have no place in our community. We take these violations seriously and will take appropriate action. +
++ + Prohibited Behaviors +
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+ Targeted harassment, threats, or intimidation+
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+ Stalking or persistent unwanted contact+
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+ Doxxing (sharing private information without consent)+
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+ Discrimination based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics+
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+ Encouraging self-harm or suicide+
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+ If you experience or witness harassment, please report it immediately using our reporting system. +
+No Spam or Scams
++ Keep ZekoChat free from spam, scams, and fraudulent activities. This helps maintain a trustworthy and enjoyable experience for everyone. +
++ + What We Consider Spam +
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- + • + Repeatedly sending the same message + +
- + • + Unsolicited promotional content or advertisements + +
- + • + Excessive messaging or ping abuse + +
- + • + Creating multiple accounts to bypass restrictions + +
+ + Prohibited Scams +
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- + • + Phishing attempts or fake giveaways + +
- + • + Financial scams or pyramid schemes + +
- + • + Impersonating staff or other users + +
- + • + Sharing malicious links or malware + +
No Illegal Content
++ Do not post, share, or promote any content that is illegal or violates applicable laws. This includes but is not limited to: +
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+ Copyright Infringement: Sharing copyrighted material without permission+
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+ Illegal Activities: Content promoting or facilitating illegal activities+
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+ Violence: Threats of violence or content glorifying violence+
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+ Drugs: Illegal drug sales or distribution+
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+ Weapons: Illegal weapons sales or instructions+
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+ Note: We may report illegal content to relevant authorities and cooperate with law enforcement when necessary. +
+No NSFW Content in Public Spaces
++ To maintain a safe and appropriate environment for all users, including minors, adult content is not permitted in public channels, servers, or group chats. +
+What is Considered NSFW?
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- + • + Sexually explicit content or imagery + +
- + • + Graphic violence or gore + +
- + • + Excessive profanity or offensive language + +
Age-Restricted Content
++ Content that may be appropriate for adults but not for minors should be clearly marked and restricted to appropriate, age-verified channels only. Even in private conversations, be mindful of sharing such content without consent. +
+Privacy and Personal Information
++ Respect the privacy of others and protect your own personal information. +
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- • Keep personal information private +
- • Ask permission before sharing others' information +
- • Use privacy settings appropriately +
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- • Share others' personal information without consent +
- • Doxx or reveal private details +
- • Impersonate others or use fake identities +
Reporting Violations
++ If you encounter content or behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it. We take all reports seriously and investigate them promptly. +
++ + How to Report +
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- Use the in-app reporting feature on the message or user profile +
- Provide as much context as possible (screenshots, timestamps, etc.) +
- For urgent safety concerns, contact us directly at contact@zeko.chat +
What Happens After Reporting?
++ Our moderation team reviews all reports. We will take appropriate action, which may include warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans depending on the severity of the violation. We may not always share details of actions taken to protect user privacy. +
+Enforcement Actions
++ When violations occur, we may take one or more of the following actions: +
+Warning
+A formal warning for minor violations or first-time offenses
+Temporary Suspension
+Temporary restriction from certain features or the platform for repeated violations
+Permanent Ban
+Permanent removal from the platform for severe or repeated violations
+Appeals Process
++ If you believe your account was suspended or banned in error, you may appeal the decision. +
+How to Appeal
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+ Contact us at contact@zeko.chat with the subject "Appeal Request"+
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+ Include your username and a brief explanation of why you believe the action was incorrect+
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+ Our team will review your appeal and respond within 7-14 business days+
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+ Note: Appeals are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Not all appeals will result in account restoration. +
+Updates to Guidelines
++ We may update these Community Guidelines from time to time to reflect changes in our community standards, legal requirements, or service features. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated guidelines on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of ZekoChat after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated guidelines. +
+Contact Us
++ If you have questions about these Community Guidelines or need to report a violation, please contact us: +
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