We’ll do our best to be as clear as we can ![]()
Most reasonable people posting on a platform that they do not own understand that the content they post will be subject to community guidelines or that sometimes there may be something about that particular content that may not be suitable at that particular time. For example, on a platform like this (which cares about its community) we do not allow threads (and so wouldn’t allow blog posts) that create or further drama or publicly draw attention to any mishaps by another member or members of the community. Someone might inadvertently or unwittingly be doing something wrong - there’s no need to embarrass them in front of the entire community (even if indirectly) and certainly no need for what they might feel is akin to a public lashing. As you’ll note as a Section Mod, our moderation style here aims to be as kind as we can, and in a way which gives people room to recover from the situation - whether that’s by talking to them privately, or if we have to do it publicly, by trying to pencil posts or threads in to be deleted or unlisted so there is no lasting embarrassment.
That is just one example, however as mentioned above to Derek - if people want to post controversial topics, or in a way that is not considerate towards or our community, then they are better off posting on their own blog. (If they are ever in any doubt, they could always run things by us first, and we can make this clear in the guidelines as well.)
So going back to this^^ it won’t be all that different to what’s currently permissible on the forum - however if you have any specific items that you think should be covered in the guidelines/templates please let us know (though just keep in mind, at this stage, we really are just trying to figure out what kind of interest there would be from those who might want to use it).
As a side note, I’d add that the forum is currently in an adjustment phase (as mentioned in our latest update - because of things like LLM use) so we need to explore ideas like these to ensure the forum remains a useful, interesting and active place - so we can continue to offer members (and visitors) something worthwhile while also continue to do things like encourage adoption (through things like buzz & activity). As mentioned in our update, I’m sure we’ll find our happy place soon enough. Thank you airing your concerns and for taking the time to post your thoughts
(try not to worry, you’re in good hands
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