General Provisions

1.1. These Terms and Conditions define the rules for using the forum, as well as the rights and obligations of its users.
1.2. By registering an account, the user agrees to comply with these rules.
1.3. The Administration reserves the right to interpret these rules and make decisions regarding their enforcement.
1.4. Lack of knowledge of the rules does not exempt the user from complying with them.

Behaviors

2.1. Users are required to maintain respectful and appropriate behavior towards others.
2.2. The publication of offensive, vulgar, discriminatory, or violence-inciting content is strictly prohibited.
2.3. Harassment, intimidation, and deliberate provocation (trolling) are not permitted.
2.4. Spam, flooding, or any actions disrupting the proper functioning of the forum are prohibited.
2.5. Excessive use of capital letters (caps lock) or other forms that reduce readability is not allowed.

Content and Publications

3.1. Users must ensure that their posts are relevant to the topic of the forum section.
3.2. The publication of illegal content is strictly prohibited.
3.3. Posting inappropriate or NSFW content is forbidden unless explicitly allowed in designated sections.

User Accounts

4.1. Each user is permitted to own one account, unless stated otherwise by the Administration.
4.2. Impersonation of other users, staff members, or any individuals is strictly prohibited.
4.3. Usernames must not contain offensive, misleading, or inappropriate content.
4.4. Users are solely responsible for maintaining the security of their accounts.

Privacy and Data Protection

5.1. Sharing personal data of others without their explicit consent is prohibited.
5.2. Posting private information such as home address, phone number, or IP address is strictly forbidden.
5.3. The Administration reserves the right to process user data in accordance with applicable laws and the forum’s privacy policy.

Administrative Powers

6.1. The Administration and Moderators reserve the right to remove, edit, or relocate any content that violates these rules.
6.2. The Administration may take necessary actions to maintain order and ensure the safety of the forum.
6.3. In case of rule violations, the following measures may be applied:

• warning,
• mute,
• temporary ban,
• permanent ban.
• enforcement and penalties

7.1. Penalties are applied proportionally to the severity of the violation.
7.2. Repeated violations may result in stricter penalties.
7.3. In severe cases, the Administration reserves the right to apply sanctions without prior warning.

Appeals

8.1. Users have the right to appeal against decisions made by Moderators or the Administration.
8.2. Appeals must be submitted through the method specified by the Administration.
8.3. The final decision of the Administration is binding.

Final Provisions

9.1. The Administration reserves the right to amend these rules at any time.
9.2. Changes take effect immediately upon publication.
9.3. Continued use of the forum constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

General Clause

10.1. In cases of behavior not explicitly covered by these rules, but deemed harmful, inappropriate, or contrary to community standards, the Administration reserves the right to take appropriate action.
10.2. Such decisions will be made in consideration of the well-being, fairness, and safety of the forum community.
10.3. Actions taken under this clause may include any measures outlined in these rules.

written by: Yaknes