To ensure compliance and maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging platform, all users must adhere to the following content guidelines when using SportzStar. Violation of these guidelines may result in content removal, account suspension, or permanent banning.
1. Prohibited Content
Violence and Threats
- No glorification or incitement of violence: Content that promotes or glorifies acts of violence, harm, or criminal activities is strictly prohibited.
- No threats or harassment: Users must not post threats of physical harm, intimidation, or harassment toward others, including individuals or groups.
Hate Speech
- Zero tolerance for hate speech: Any content that promotes hatred, discrimination, or stereotypes based on race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or age is not allowed.
- Avoid divisive or inflammatory content: Discussions should remain respectful, even when opinions differ.
Explicit Content
- No sexual or pornographic content: Sharing nudity, sexually explicit material, or inappropriate images, videos, or text is prohibited.
- No depictions of child exploitation: Content involving or suggesting child exploitation will result in immediate reporting to authorities.
- Respect community standards: Avoid posting content that is overly graphic, lewd, or inappropriate for a sports-focused audience.
2. Fair Play and Integrity
- No cheating or fraud: Users must not promote or engage in cheating, match-fixing, or fraudulent activities.
- Respect for fair competition: Content must uphold the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship.
3. Bullying and Harassment
- No bullying or abusive behavior: Users must refrain from name-calling, personal attacks, trolling, or any behavior intended to humiliate or degrade others.
- Report abusive content: If you encounter harassment, use the app's reporting tools to alert moderators.
4. Misinformation
- No spread of false or misleading information: Avoid posting inaccurate or deceptive content, including fake sports updates, player news, or game results.
- Verify content before posting: Use reliable sources when sharing sports-related updates or information.
5. Copyright and Intellectual Property
- Respect copyrights: Do not share pirated or unauthorized content, including live streams, broadcasts, or photos from events without permission.
- Give credit: Attribute content to its original source when applicable.
6. Advertising and Promotions
- No unauthorized advertisements: Users cannot promote commercial products, services, or links without prior approval from SportzStar.
- No spam: Avoid repetitive or irrelevant promotions that disrupt the user experience.
7. Moderation and Reporting
- Content moderation: SportzStar reserves the right to remove content that violates these guidelines or is deemed inappropriate.
- Reporting tools: Use the in-app reporting tools to flag inappropriate content or behavior. Our moderation team will review and act on reports promptly.
8. Consequences for Violations
- Warnings: Minor infractions may result in warnings and content removal.
- Account restrictions: Serious or repeated violations may lead to temporary or permanent suspension of your account.
- Legal action: Illegal content, such as explicit material involving minors or threats of violence, will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Guiding Principles
- Respect and inclusivity: Ensure all interactions are respectful, constructive, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.
- Focus on sportsmanship: Foster an environment that celebrates sports, teamwork, and camaraderie.
By adhering to these guidelines, SportzStar will remain a safe and enjoyable platform for all sports fans.