Community Guidelines

1. Our Values

WiamApp is built on respect, creativity, and community. We believe every voice matters and every reader deserves a safe, welcoming space to discover stories.

Our community is guided by these core values:

• Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, regardless of their background, beliefs, or creative choices.
• Creativity: Celebrate diverse storytelling and artistic expression within community guidelines.
• Safety: Prioritise the well-being of all users, especially young adults and vulnerable members.
• Integrity: Be authentic, honest, and transparent in your interactions and content.
• Growth: Support each other's development as readers, writers, and community members.

2. Content Standards

All content on WiamApp must meet these standards:

• Original Work: Only share content you have created yourself or have permission to share.
• Appropriate Rating: Content should be suitable for young adult audiences (16+). Explicit sexual content, graphic violence, or hate speech is prohibited.
• Quality Standards: Stories should be coherent, properly formatted, and free from excessive errors that impede readability.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Respect diverse cultures, beliefs, and perspectives. Avoid harmful stereotypes or cultural appropriation.
• Constructive Feedback: Comments and reviews should be helpful, respectful, and focused on the work, not personal attacks.

3. Prohibited Content

The following content is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate removal and potential account suspension:

• Explicit Sexual Content: Pornography, explicit sexual descriptions, or content primarily intended for sexual arousal.
• Hate Speech: Content that attacks or demeans individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics.
• Graphic Violence: Excessive gore, detailed violence, or content that glorifies self-harm or violence against others.
• Illegal Activities: Content promoting, depicting, or facilitating illegal acts including drug use, terrorism, or criminal activities.
• Harassment & Bullying: Content intended to harass, threaten, intimidate, or bully specific individuals.
• Privacy Violations: Sharing private information, revenge porn, or content that violates others' privacy without consent.
• Spam & Misinformation: Repetitive irrelevant content, scams, or deliberate misinformation intended to deceive or harm.

4. Interaction Rules

How you interact with others matters as much as what you create:

• Respectful Communication: No personal attacks, harassment, or abusive language in comments, reviews, or messages.
• Constructive Criticism: Feedback should help creators improve, not tear them down. Focus on the work, not the person.
• No Spoiler Abuse: Use spoiler tags appropriately. Don't deliberately ruin reading experiences for others.
• Professional Conduct: Treat WiamApp as a professional creative space. No trolling, flame wars, or disruptive behaviour.
• Boundaries: Respect creators' boundaries and stated preferences. Don't pressure creators for content they're uncomfortable producing.

5. Creator Responsibilities

Creators have additional responsibilities due to their influence on readers and community:

• Content Warnings: Appropriately tag potentially sensitive content (triggers, mature themes, etc.) so readers can make informed choices.
• Regular Updates: Maintain consistent posting schedules or communicate clearly about delays. Abandoned stories should be marked as such.
• Community Engagement: Respond respectfully to reader feedback, moderate your own story comments, and foster positive community around your work.
• Copyright Respect: Only use content you have rights to. Properly credit any sources, inspirations, or referenced works.
• Platform Guidelines: Follow all WiamApp rules, monetisation policies, and content standards.

6. Reader Responsibilities

Readers help maintain community health through their engagement and support:

• Respect Creation Time: Understand that stories take effort. Provide constructive feedback rather than harsh criticism.
• Fair Reviews: Rate stories based on actual content quality, not personal biases or external factors.
• Support System: Use official channels to report issues. Don't engage in public call-outs or harassment.
• Creator Boundaries: Respect creators' stated limits, content warnings, and personal boundaries.
• Genuine Engagement: Participate authentically in discussions. Don't manipulate ratings, engagement, or community features.

7. Privacy & Respect

Privacy and mutual respect are fundamental to our community:

• Personal Information: Never share others' private information without explicit consent.
• Consent: Ask permission before sharing private conversations, screenshots, or personal details.
• Boundaries: Respect others' comfort levels with personal questions or discussions.
• Anonymous Reporting: Use official reporting tools rather than public shaming or call-outs.
• Digital Safety: Protect your account with strong passwords and enable available security features.

8. Reporting Violations

Help keep WiamApp safe by reporting violations through official channels:

How to Report

• In-App Reporting: Use report button on stories, comments, or profiles that violate guidelines.
• Feedback Form: Submit detailed reports through Feedback page with specific examples and context.
• Email Support: For serious violations, contact support@wiamapp.com directly.

What to Include in Reports

• Specific content or behaviour that violates guidelines
• Relevant screenshots or evidence (when appropriate)
• Context and timing of violation
• Any previous interactions with reported user/content

9. Consequences

Violations result in escalating consequences based on severity and frequency:

Additional consequences may include:

• Content removal without notice
• Loss of monetisation privileges
• Removal from WiamElite or featured sections
• Legal action for illegal activities

10. Appeals Process

If you believe action was taken unfairly, you can appeal:

Appeal Steps

1. Review: Carefully read notification explaining which guideline was violated and why.
2. Wait Period: Allow 24 hours for initial review of any automated or moderator actions.
3. Submit Appeal: Use Feedback form to submit your appeal with clear explanation of why you believe action was incorrect.
4. Provide Evidence: Include relevant context, screenshots, or information that supports your case.
5. Response Time: Appeals are typically reviewed within 3-5 business days.

Appeal Outcomes

• Upheld: Original action stands if violation is confirmed.
• Reduced: Penalty may be reduced if circumstances warrant reconsideration.
• Overturned: Action is completely reversed if mistake is confirmed.