Content Policy for World of Chat

1. Purpose and Audience: World of Chat is a social network platform focused on chat rooms and social interaction, with a strong emphasis on real-time conversation. Our target audience is adults aged 18 and over who are interested in engaging in chat rooms, forums, and social networking. The platform is designed to provide a fun, casual environment for users to meet and interact.
Users under the age of 18 are strictly prohibited from using the site. Any underage accounts will be permanently removed.

2. Content Types: Users are permitted to post text, images, and videos. We encourage content that fosters positive social interactions and community building.

3. Prohibited Content: In accordance with Google AdSense policies, the following content is prohibited on our site:

• Adult content, including nudity and sexually explicit material.
• Usernames, bios, or profile pictures that are sexually explicit, suggestive, or promote disturbing themes (e.g., bestiality, exploitation, or selling sexual content) are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate removal.
• Sexual Exploitation and Predatory Content: Content that promotes, suggests, or implies sexual exploitation, grooming, or non-consensual activity (including with animals or minors) is strictly prohibited. This includes usernames, messages, images, or any other site activity. Offenders will be immediately banned and may be reported to law enforcement, and anyone selling adult services will also be banned and removed.
• Hate speech, discrimination, and content that demeans individuals or groups.
• Graphic violence and shocking material.
• Dangerous or derogatory content.
• Misleading, deceptive, or fraudulent content.
• Drug-related content.
• Excessive profanity.
• Illegal activities.

4. Language and Tone: Our platform promotes a casual and friendly tone. We expect users to interact in a manner that is respectful and conducive to a positive online community.

5. User Conduct:

• No excessive foul language or engagement in illegal activities.
• No spamming, irrelevant link postings, or disruptive behaviour.
• Users violating these rules will receive warnings, followed by bans for persistent non-compliance.
• Site rules also apply to private messages. Users who engage in harassment, sexual misconduct, or violate content policies in DMs may be banned without warning.

6. Intellectual Property:

• Users must ensure they have the rights to any copyrighted material they post.
• We will remove copyrighted material upon request.
• Users retain ownership of their content but grant World of Chat a license to use it in connection with our services.

7. Moderation and Enforcement:

• Content is moderated by our team of admins and moderators.
• Violations of our content policy will result in user warnings and, if necessary, bans.

8. Reporting and Grievance Redressal:

• Users can report violations via direct message or email, worldofchat@hotmail.co.uk
• There is no formal appeal process for moderation decisions.
• All moderation decisions are final. We do not enter into debates or appeals regarding bans or content removals.
• Users must not impersonate others or use fake identities to deceive, exploit, or harm others. This includes catfishing, impersonating staff, or using misleading profile details for manipulative purposes.

9. Safety and Privacy:

• We advise against sharing personal information. If users choose to share their own or others’ personal information, it is at their own risk.
• We are committed to user safety and privacy.

10. Content Policy Updates:

• This policy will be reviewed and updated as needed.
• Users will be informed of any changes through our site’s live feed.

11. Legal Compliance:

• We comply with legal regulations such as GDPR.
• A GDPR notice will be displayed, courtesy of Google AdSense.

This policy is designed to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and legally compliant environment for all users of World of Chat.