Community Guidelines

Welcome to the Posternity Community! These guidelines are designed to create a safe, respectful, and inspiring environment where all creators can thrive. By participating in our community, you agree to follow these guidelines and help maintain the positive atmosphere that makes Posternity special.

"Our community thrives when we treat each other with respect, kindness, and support. These guidelines help us create the best possible environment for creativity and collaboration."

Core Principles

Our community is built on four core principles that guide all interactions and content:

1. Respect for All

Treat every community member with respect, regardless of their background, skill level, creative style, or experience. We celebrate diversity and believe that different perspectives enrich our community.

2. Constructive Feedback

When providing feedback on others' work, be constructive, specific, and encouraging. Focus on helping creators improve while acknowledging their efforts and creativity.

3. Appropriate Content

Share content that is appropriate for a general audience. Avoid content that could be harmful, offensive, or inappropriate for community members of all ages.

4. Authentic Engagement

Engage genuinely with the community. Share your own work, provide meaningful feedback, and participate in discussions that contribute to the community's growth.

Content Guidelines

What to Share

We encourage you to share:

• Your AI-Generated Creations: Images, videos, and designs created using Posternity tools
• Creative Process: Behind-the-scenes insights into your creative workflow
• Tips and Tutorials: Helpful advice and tutorials for fellow creators
• Inspiration: Sources of inspiration and creative ideas
• Questions and Discussions: Thoughtful questions and discussions about AI, design, and creativity
• Collaboration Opportunities: Invitations to work together on creative projects

What Not to Share

Please avoid sharing:

• Inappropriate Content: Content that is sexually explicit, violent, or otherwise inappropriate
• Hate Speech: Content that promotes discrimination, harassment, or violence against individuals or groups
• Spam: Excessive self-promotion, repetitive content, or irrelevant advertisements
• Copyright Violations: Content that infringes on others' intellectual property rights
• Personal Information: Private information about yourself or others without consent
• Misleading Information: False claims, misinformation, or deceptive content

Interaction Guidelines

Providing Feedback

When providing feedback on others' work:

Do	Don't
Be specific about what you like	Make vague or unhelpful comments
Suggest improvements constructively	Be overly critical or harsh
Ask questions to understand their process	Assume their intentions or creative choices
Recognize effort and creativity	Focus only on technical flaws
Share relevant tips or resources	Promote your own work excessively

Receiving Feedback

When receiving feedback on your work:

• Thank people for taking the time to provide feedback
• Consider all feedback thoughtfully, even if you don't agree
• Ask clarifying questions if feedback is unclear
• Share how you plan to apply helpful suggestions
• Remember that feedback is about your work, not you as a person

Community Etiquette

Communication Standards

Maintain positive communication by:

• Using respectful and inclusive language
• Avoiding all caps (which can be interpreted as shouting)
• Being patient with newcomers and those learning
• Giving others the benefit of the doubt
• Addressing conflicts privately when possible

Sharing and Attribution

When sharing content:

• Give credit when sharing or remixing others' work
• Ask permission before using someone else's creations
• Respect others' creative choices and styles
• Be honest about your creative process and tools used

Reporting and Enforcement

Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behavior that violates these guidelines:

1. Report the Issue: Use the report function on the content or contact our moderation team
2. Provide Context: Include relevant details about the violation
3. Stay Calm: Avoid engaging with problematic content or users
4. Follow Up: Our team will review and take appropriate action

Enforcement Actions

Violations of these guidelines may result in:

• Content Removal: Inappropriate content will be removed
• Warning: First-time violations typically result in a warning
• Temporary Suspension: Repeated violations may lead to temporary account suspension
• Permanent Ban: Severe or repeated violations may result in permanent removal from the community

Special Considerations

AI-Generated Content

When sharing AI-generated content:

• Be transparent about using AI tools in your creative process
• Don't claim AI-generated work as entirely human-created
• Respect the terms of service of AI tools you use
• Consider the ethical implications of your AI-generated content

Commercial Content

When sharing commercial or promotional content:

• Clearly identify promotional content
• Don't spam the community with excessive self-promotion
• Focus on providing value to the community
• Respect others' intellectual property rights

Community Moderation

Our community is actively moderated by a team of dedicated moderators who:

• Review reported content and behavior
• Enforce community guidelines consistently
• Provide guidance and support to community members
• Organize community events and initiatives
• Maintain a positive and welcoming environment

Getting Help

If you have questions about these guidelines or need help:

• Contact Moderators: Reach out to our moderation team for clarification
• Community Support: Ask questions in community discussion areas
• Help Center: Check our comprehensive help documentation
• Feedback: Share suggestions for improving these guidelines

Updates to Guidelines

These guidelines may be updated periodically to reflect the evolving needs of our community. We will notify community members of significant changes and provide opportunities for feedback.

"By following these guidelines, you help create a community where creativity flourishes, connections are made, and everyone feels welcome to share their unique perspective and talents."

Thank you for being part of the Posternity Community and helping us maintain a positive, inspiring environment for all creators!