Welcome to Chekodi! These rules help ensure our community remains a safe, respectful, and welcoming space for all Telugu people. By using Chekodi, you agree to follow these guidelines.
1. Community Guidelines
- Be respectful and kind to all members of the community
- Engage in constructive conversations and meaningful discussions
- Celebrate and share Telugu culture, language, and traditions
- Support fellow community members and help build a positive environment
- Report any content or behavior that violates these rules
2. Content Policy
What You Can Share
- Original content, thoughts, and experiences
- Photos, videos, and media that you own or have permission to share
- Telugu language content, stories, and discussions
- Cultural celebrations, festivals, and traditions
- Educational and informative content
What's Not Allowed
- Spam, scams, or misleading information
- Copyrighted content without permission
- Repetitive or low-quality content
- Excessive self-promotion or advertising
- Content that impersonates others
3. Prohibited Content
The following types of content are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate removal and potential account suspension:
- Hate Speech: Content that attacks, threatens, or discriminates against individuals or groups based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics
- Harassment: Bullying, intimidation, stalking, or any form of targeted harassment
- Violence: Threats of violence, graphic violence, or content that promotes harm
- Illegal Content: Content that promotes or depicts illegal activities
- Adult Content: Explicit sexual content, nudity, or pornographic material
- Self-Harm: Content that promotes suicide, self-injury, or eating disorders
- Misinformation: Deliberately false information that could cause harm
- Personal Information: Sharing private information of others without consent (doxxing)
4. User Conduct
Expected Behavior
- Use respectful language in all interactions
- Engage in civil discourse and debate
- Respect different opinions and perspectives
- Give credit when sharing others' content
- Follow the Telugu community spirit of unity and respect
Prohibited Behavior
- Trolling, baiting, or intentionally provoking others
- Spreading rumors or false information
- Creating fake accounts or impersonating others
- Manipulating engagement through bots or fake interactions
- Coordinated harassment or brigading
- Evading bans or restrictions
5. Privacy and Safety
- Protect your personal information and be cautious about what you share publicly
- Do not share passwords, financial information, or sensitive data
- Respect others' privacy and do not share their personal information without consent
- Report any suspicious activity, harassment, or safety concerns immediately
- Block users who make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe
- Be aware that content you share may be visible to others and could be saved or shared
6. Intellectual Property
- Only share content that you own or have permission to use
- Respect copyright laws and give proper attribution when sharing others' work
- Do not reproduce, distribute, or modify copyrighted material without authorization
- By posting content on Chekodi, you grant us a license to display and distribute that content on our platform
- You retain ownership of your original content
7. Account Policies
Account Creation
- You must be at least 13 years old to create an account
- One person, one account - multiple accounts are not allowed
- Provide accurate information during registration
- Keep your account secure with a strong password
Account Suspension and Termination
- Violations of these rules may result in warnings, temporary suspension, or permanent ban
- Severe violations may result in immediate account termination
- We reserve the right to remove any content or account that violates these rules
- Appeals can be submitted through our support channels
8. Reporting and Enforcement
- Report violations using the report feature on posts, comments, or profiles
- Provide as much context as possible when reporting
- False or malicious reports may result in action against your account
- Our moderation team reviews reports and takes appropriate action
- Enforcement actions are taken at our discretion based on the severity and context of violations
9. Platform Integrity
- Do not use automated systems, bots, or scripts to interact with the platform
- Do not manipulate engagement metrics through artificial means
- Do not attempt to hack, exploit, or compromise platform security
- Do not interfere with the normal operation of the platform
- Respect rate limits and technical restrictions
10. Changes to Rules
We may update these rules from time to time to reflect changes in our community, platform, or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated to users. Continued use of Chekodi after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated rules.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about these rules or need to report a violation, please contact us through our support channels. We're here to help maintain a safe and welcoming community for all Telugu people.
Last updated: January 2025
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