👍Respect & Kindness

Our community thrives when everyone feels respected and valued. We believe in treating each other with dignity, empathy, and understanding.

Do: Spread Positivity

  • Use encouraging and supportive language
  • Celebrate others' achievements and milestones
  • Offer constructive feedback when asked
  • Practice empathy and understanding
  • Respect different opinions and perspectives
  • Use inclusive language that welcomes everyone

Don't: Spread Negativity

  • Use hateful, discriminatory, or offensive language
  • Attack others based on personal characteristics
  • Engage in trolling or deliberately provocative behavior
  • Dismiss or belittle others' experiences
  • Use slurs, epithets, or derogatory terms
  • Promote intolerance or discrimination

Promoting Inclusivity

We celebrate diversity in all its forms. This includes but is not limited to differences in:

  • Identity: Race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age
  • Abilities: Physical and cognitive abilities, mental health
  • Background: Socioeconomic status, education, culture, geography
  • Perspectives: Political views, lifestyle choices, personal beliefs

🛡️Safety & Security

Creating a safe environment is our top priority. We work together to protect our community from harmful content and behavior.

Personal Safety

Do: Protect Yourself & Others

  • Report suspicious or threatening behavior immediately
  • Use privacy settings to control who can contact you
  • Block users who make you uncomfortable
  • Keep personal information private (address, phone, etc.)
  • Meet online friends in public places if meeting offline
  • Trust your instincts if something feels wrong

Don't: Put Anyone at Risk

  • Share others' personal information without consent
  • Make threats or intimidating statements
  • Encourage self-harm or dangerous behavior
  • Share content that could endanger someone
  • Engage in predatory behavior toward minors
  • Coordinate harassment campaigns against users

🔧 Your Safety Tools

🚫 Block & Mute

Instantly stop unwanted interactions

🔒 Privacy Controls

Manage who can see and contact you

📢 Report Button

Alert our team to problematic content

🛡️ Content Filters

Automatically hide sensitive content

👥 Trusted Contacts

Designate friends who can help in emergencies

🚨 Crisis Resources

Quick access to mental health support

✨Authentic Content

Authenticity builds trust and creates meaningful connections. We encourage genuine self-expression while maintaining community standards.

What Authentic Content Looks Like

  • Personal Stories: Share your real experiences, challenges, and victories
  • Original Creations: Art, photography, writing, music that you've created
  • Honest Opinions: Genuine thoughts and perspectives on topics you care about
  • Behind-the-Scenes: Real moments that show your authentic self
  • Educational Content: Knowledge and insights from your expertise

Content Standards

Do: Create Quality Content

  • Share original, creative content
  • Give credit when sharing others' work
  • Use accurate captions and descriptions
  • Add value to conversations and discussions
  • Express yourself authentically
  • Respect cultural sensitivity in your posts

Don't: Mislead the Community

  • Impersonate other people or organizations
  • Share manipulated or deepfake content
  • Spread misinformation or conspiracy theories
  • Create fake accounts or use bots
  • Engage in coordinated inauthentic behavior
  • Plagiarize others' creative work

Content Suitability

Voykuh is an adult platform for civic discourse — you must be 18 or older to use it. Keep your content suitable for a broad civic community:

  • Civic Focus: Content that contributes to public discourse, policy, and governance
  • Sensitive Topics: Difficult subjects are welcome when presented thoughtfully and with context
  • Within Policy: All content must comply with our Content Policy, which prohibits sexually explicit and other restricted material

🚫Anti-Harassment Policy

We have zero tolerance for harassment, bullying, or any behavior designed to intimidate, harm, or silence others. Everyone deserves to feel safe in our community.

What Constitutes Harassment

  • Targeted Harassment: Deliberately directing abuse at specific individuals
  • Cyberbullying: Repeated aggressive behavior intended to hurt someone
  • Doxxing: Sharing someone's private information without consent
  • Stalking: Unwanted repeated contact or monitoring
  • Brigading: Coordinating attacks against users or communities
  • Sexual Harassment: Unwanted sexual advances, comments, or content
  • Hate Speech: Content that promotes violence or hatred against groups

Protecting Vulnerable Groups

We provide extra protection for users who may be particularly vulnerable to harassment:

  • Minors: Enhanced safety features and faster response times
  • Public Figures: Additional tools to manage unwanted attention
  • Marginalized Communities: Proactive monitoring for targeted harassment
  • Survivors: Trauma-informed approach to content moderation

Do: Stand Against Harassment

  • Report harassment when you see it
  • Support targets of harassment with kindness
  • Use bystander intervention techniques safely
  • Respect others' boundaries and consent
  • Engage in constructive disagreement
  • Promote positive community interactions

Don't: Engage in Harmful Behavior

  • Participate in pile-ons or mob harassment
  • Continue contact after being asked to stop
  • Make threats, even "joking" ones
  • Share embarrassing content to shame someone
  • Use our platform to coordinate off-platform harassment
  • Create accounts to evade blocks or suspensions

🔐Privacy Protection

Respecting privacy is fundamental to building trust. We're committed to protecting your personal information and expect our community to do the same.

Personal Information Guidelines

Do: Protect Privacy

  • Keep your own personal details secure
  • Ask permission before tagging others in content
  • Respect others' privacy settings and boundaries
  • Use privacy controls to manage your visibility
  • Report unauthorized sharing of private information
  • Be mindful of what's visible in background of photos

Don't: Violate Privacy

  • Share others' private messages or personal info
  • Post photos of people without their consent
  • Share location information of others
  • Attempt to hack or access others' accounts
  • Use hidden recording devices or spy techniques
  • Collect personal data for malicious purposes

Special Privacy Considerations

  • Adults Only: Voykuh is for users 18 and older; if you encounter someone who appears to be under 18, please report it
  • Sensitive Locations: Be cautious sharing from private spaces
  • Professional Settings: Consider work implications of your posts
  • Family & Relationships: Respect loved ones' privacy preferences

🔒 Your Privacy Rights

For complete information about how we protect your data, your privacy rights under GDPR/CCPA, and what we store on your device, see our Privacy Policy.

📄Copyright & Intellectual Property

We respect creators' rights and expect our community to do the same. Using others' work without permission can harm creators and violate laws.

©️ Complete Copyright Information

For complete information about copyright protection, DMCA procedures, counter-notifications, and our repeat infringer policy, please see our Copyright Policy.

Key Copyright Principles

  • Original Content: Share your own creations whenever possible
  • Proper Attribution: Always credit the original creator
  • Fair Use: Understand and follow fair use principles
  • Permission: Get explicit consent before using copyrighted material
  • Licensed Content: Use royalty-free or Creative Commons content appropriately

What You Can and Cannot Share

Do: Respect Creators

  • Create and share original content
  • Use royalty-free music and images
  • Give proper credit with links when possible
  • Transform content significantly if remixing
  • Obtain licenses for commercial use
  • Respect trademark and brand guidelines

Don't: Steal or Misuse Content

  • Repost others' content without permission
  • Remove watermarks or creator signatures
  • Use copyrighted music without licenses
  • Share pirated movies, shows, or software
  • Claim others' work as your own
  • Ignore DMCA takedown requests

DMCA Process Summary

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission:

  1. Document the Infringement: Save evidence of unauthorized use
  2. Submit a DMCA Notice: Contact copyright@voykuh.com
  3. We Review & Act: Valid claims result in content removal
  4. Counter-Notice Option: Users can appeal if they believe use was authorized

⚠️ Repeat Infringer Policy

We enforce a three-strike policy for copyright violations:

  • Strike 1: Warning and content removal
  • Strike 2: Temporary posting restriction (7 days)
  • Strike 3: Permanent account termination

See our Copyright Policy for complete details.

🎭Anti-Spam & Authentic Engagement

Genuine interactions make our community vibrant. Spam, fake engagement, and manipulative behaviors undermine authentic connections.

Spam & Unwanted Content

  • Repetitive Content: Posting the same content multiple times
  • Irrelevant Comments: Comments unrelated to the post topic
  • Promotional Spam: Excessive self-promotion or advertising
  • Link Spam: Sharing irrelevant or malicious links
  • Engagement Pods: Artificially inflating likes, comments, or shares
  • Bot Activity: Using automated systems to generate fake engagement

Authentic Engagement Practices

Do: Engage Meaningfully

  • Leave thoughtful, relevant comments
  • Share content that adds value to conversations
  • Promote your work sparingly and contextually
  • Build genuine relationships with other users
  • Participate in communities you're genuinely interested in
  • Use hashtags accurately and appropriately

Don't: Manipulate or Spam

  • Buy fake followers, likes, or comments
  • Use bots to automate engagement
  • Post irrelevant content to trending hashtags
  • Send unsolicited promotional messages
  • Create multiple accounts to amplify your content
  • Engage in follow-for-follow schemes

Misinformation & Fact-Checking

Accurate information helps our community make informed decisions:

  • Verify Information: Check sources before sharing news or claims
  • Label Opinions: Clearly distinguish between facts and personal views
  • Correct Mistakes: Update or delete posts if you discover errors
  • Reliable Sources: Share information from credible, authoritative sources

⚖️Legal Compliance & Harmful Content

Our platform operates within legal frameworks worldwide. Content that violates laws or poses serious harm to individuals or society is strictly prohibited.

Prohibited Illegal Content

  • Child Exploitation: Any content that sexualizes, grooms, or harms minors
  • Human Trafficking: Content that facilitates or promotes trafficking
  • Terrorism: Content that promotes terrorist organizations or activities
  • Drug Sales: Facilitating illegal drug transactions
  • Weapon Sales: Illegal sales of firearms or dangerous weapons
  • Fraud & Scams: Deceptive schemes to steal money or information
  • Money Laundering: Using the platform to launder money

Harmful Content Categories

⚠️ Concerning Content

Examples: Misleading health advice, unverified news, aggressive language

Action: Content warning, reduced distribution, fact-check labels

🚨 Harmful Content

Examples: Hate speech, harassment, dangerous misinformation

Action: Content removal, account warning, temporary restrictions

🛑 Severely Harmful Content

Examples: Threats of violence, illegal activities, exploitation

Action: Immediate removal, account suspension, law enforcement referral

Self-Harm & Crisis Content

We take mental health seriously and provide support rather than punishment for users in crisis:

  • Crisis Resources: Immediate connection to mental health professionals
  • Content Intervention: Sensitive handling of self-harm content
  • Support Networks: Connecting users with appropriate help
  • Recovery Focus: Promoting healing and professional treatment

📝Content Standards & Moderation

Our content standards ensure everyone can participate comfortably while expressing themselves authentically.

Content Review Process

How We Review Content

Automated Detection

AI systems (Perspective API, Google Vision, and OpenAI) scan for potential violations

Human Review

Trained moderators examine flagged content

Context Analysis

Consider cultural, educational, or artistic context

Decision & Action

Apply appropriate response based on severity

Moderation Principles

  • Consistency: Similar violations receive similar consequences
  • Proportionality: Punishments match the severity of violations
  • Context Matters: We consider intent, impact, and circumstances
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding diverse perspectives and norms
  • Transparency: Clear communication about our decisions
  • Continuous Improvement: Regular updates based on community feedback

Special Considerations

  • Newsworthy Content: Public interest may justify keeping certain content
  • Educational Value: Content that teaches about important topics
  • Artistic Expression: Creative works that challenge or provoke thought
  • Historical Documentation: Content that preserves important historical events

⚡Enforcement & Consequences

When guidelines are violated, we take action to protect our community while giving users opportunities to learn and improve.

Progressive Enforcement (4 Levels)

Our enforcement follows a graduated system as detailed in our Content Policy:

⚠️ Level 1: Warning

  • Educational notification about guidelines
  • Content removal with explanation
  • Opportunity to edit and repost
  • No impact on account standing

Examples: Borderline content, accidental violations

🔒 Level 2: Temporary Restriction

  • Posting restrictions (24h-7 days)
  • Reduced content visibility
  • Required acknowledgment of guidelines
  • Account warning on profile

Examples: Repeat warnings, moderate harassment

⏸️ Level 3: Suspension

  • Account suspension (7-30 days)
  • Full feature restrictions
  • Must appeal to restore access
  • Final warning before permanent action

Examples: Hate speech, targeted harassment

🚫 Level 4: Permanent Ban

  • Permanent account termination
  • Content and account data deletion
  • Reporting to law enforcement if necessary
  • IP restrictions may apply

Examples: Illegal content, credible threats, CSAM

Factors We Consider

  • Severity: How harmful is the content or behavior?
  • Intent: Was the violation deliberate or accidental?
  • History: Has this user violated guidelines before?
  • Impact: How many people were affected?
  • Context: Are there mitigating circumstances?
  • Pattern: Is this part of a broader pattern of behavior?

Account Recovery

We believe in second chances and rehabilitation:

  • Education Programs: Learn about community standards
  • Probationary Periods: Gradual restoration of full privileges
  • Community Service: Positive contributions to help others
  • Mentorship: Guidance from experienced community members

📢Reporting System

Our community-driven reporting system helps us identify and address violations quickly. Every report is valuable and helps keep our platform safe.

📋 How to Report Content or Behavior

Identify the Issue

Find the report button on any post, profile, or message

Select Category

Choose the type of violation from our list

Provide Details

Add context to help our review team understand

Submit Report

Your report is sent to our moderation team

We Review

Our team investigates and takes appropriate action

Follow Up

We'll update you on the outcome when possible

What Happens After You Report

  • Immediate Review: Urgent reports reviewed within 1 hour
  • Standard Review: Most reports reviewed within 24 hours
  • Complex Cases: Difficult decisions may take up to 72 hours
  • Status Updates: You'll receive notifications about significant actions
  • Anonymity: Your identity is never shared with reported users

Types of Reports

  • Harassment & Bullying: Targeted abuse or intimidation
  • Hate Speech: Content that promotes hatred or discrimination
  • Violence & Safety: Threats, self-harm, or dangerous content
  • Spam & Fake Accounts: Inauthentic behavior or excessive promotion
  • Privacy Violations: Sharing personal information without consent
  • Copyright Issues: Unauthorized use of copyrighted material
  • Adult Content: Inappropriate sexual or graphic content
  • Illegal Activities: Content that violates laws

Emergency Situations

For immediate safety concerns:

  • Imminent Danger: Contact local emergency services first (911, 999, etc.)
  • Crisis Hotlines: We provide links to mental health resources
  • Emergency Report: Use our urgent report option for immediate threats
  • Law Enforcement: We cooperate with valid legal requests

📁Appeals Process

We understand that mistakes happen. Our appeals process ensures fair treatment and gives you a chance to clarify misunderstandings.

⚖️ How to Appeal a Decision

1. Submit Your Appeal

Use the appeal form sent with your violation notice, or find it in your account settings. Provide clear, specific information about why you believe the decision was incorrect.

2. Initial Review

A different moderation team member reviews your case with fresh eyes. They'll examine the original content, context, and your appeal reasoning.

3. Additional Evidence

If needed, we may request additional information or context. You can also provide any relevant screenshots, links, or explanations.

4. Final Decision

Our senior moderation team makes the final decision. We'll explain our reasoning and any next steps available to you.

What Makes a Strong Appeal

  • Specific Information: Reference exact content and explain the context
  • Clear Reasoning: Explain why you believe the decision was incorrect
  • Supporting Evidence: Provide any relevant documentation or context
  • Respectful Tone: Professional communication helps your case
  • Relevant Guidelines: Reference specific guidelines you believe were misapplied

Appeal Timeframes

  • Standard Appeals: Reviewed within 5 business days
  • Account Suspensions: Expedited review within 2 business days
  • Complex Cases: May require up to 10 business days
  • Appeal Deadline: Submit appeals within 30 days of the original decision

Possible Outcomes

  • Appeal Granted: Content restored, penalties removed, account standing restored
  • Partial Appeal: Some aspects overturned, others upheld
  • Appeal Denied: Original decision stands, but you'll receive detailed explanation
  • Alternative Resolution: Modified consequences that address concerns from both sides