Community Guidelines

Respect & Safety

HIPPITY is built on respect, safety, and inclusion. We want everyone to feel welcome and safe in our community.

What's Not Allowed:

• Harassment & Bullying: Don't target individuals with unwanted attention, threats, or intimidation
• Hate Speech: Content that attacks people based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics
• Doxxing: Sharing someone's private information without consent
• Impersonation: Pretending to be someone else to deceive others
• Spam: Repetitive, irrelevant, or unsolicited content

What We Encourage:

• Constructive feedback and healthy discussions
• Supporting fellow creators
• Celebrating diversity and different perspectives
• Reporting content that violates our guidelines

Authenticity

We value genuine connections and authentic content. Be yourself and be honest with your community.

Requirements:

• Real Identity: Use your real name or established creator persona
• Honest Representation: Don't mislead people about who you are or what you do
• Transparent Partnerships: Clearly disclose sponsored content and brand partnerships
• Original Content: Share content you created or have permission to use

Content Standards

We want HIPPITY to be a place where people of all ages can discover amazing content.

Prohibited Content:

• Adult Content: Sexually explicit material or nudity
• Violence: Graphic violence, gore, or content promoting harm
• Dangerous Activities: Content promoting self-harm, suicide, or dangerous challenges
• Illegal Activities: Content promoting or facilitating illegal activities
• Misinformation: False information that could cause harm
• Regulated Goods: Promotion of drugs, weapons, or other regulated items

Age-Appropriate Content:

• Keep content suitable for users 13 and older
• Use content warnings for sensitive topics
• Consider your audience when creating content

Intellectual Property

Respect others' creative work and protect your own intellectual property rights.

Copyright Guidelines:

• Original Content: Only post content you own or have permission to use
• Music & Audio: Use royalty-free music or obtain proper licenses
• Images & Videos: Don't repost others' content without permission
• Fair Use: Understand fair use limitations for commentary and criticism

Reporting Copyright Infringement:

If someone has used your copyrighted content without permission, you can file a DMCA takedown request at copyright@hip-pity.com

Monetization Rules

Earn money responsibly while maintaining trust with your audience.

Monetization Requirements:

• Follow all community guidelines
• Maintain good standing with no recent violations
• Meet minimum follower and engagement thresholds
• Verify your identity and payment information

Sponsored Content Rules:

• Clear Disclosure: Always disclose paid partnerships and sponsorships
• Honest Reviews: Give genuine opinions about sponsored products
• Appropriate Products: Only promote products suitable for your audience
• Legal Compliance: Follow local advertising and disclosure laws

Enforcement

We enforce these guidelines fairly and consistently to maintain a positive community.

Violation Consequences:

• Content Removal: Violating content will be removed
• Warnings: First-time minor violations may result in warnings
• Temporary Restrictions: Repeated violations may limit account features
• Monetization Suspension: Serious violations may suspend earning capabilities
• Account Suspension: Severe or repeated violations may result in account suspension
• Permanent Ban: The most serious violations result in permanent account termination

Appeals Process:

If you believe your content was removed in error or you received an unfair penalty, you can appeal the decision:

1. Submit an appeal through your account settings
2. Provide detailed explanation of why you believe the action was incorrect
3. Our team will review your appeal within 7 business days
4. You'll receive a response with our final decision