Community Guidelines

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Building a Safe & Respectful Community

Our guidelines ensure everyone can connect safely and authentically. By using CuddleMatte, you agree to follow these standards.

📅 Last Updated: January 2025

Core Guidelines

🤝Respect & Kindness Treat everyone with dignity and respect▶
  • •Always communicate respectfully with other members
  • •Be kind and considerate in all interactions
  • •Accept rejection gracefully
  • •No harassment, hate speech, or discriminatory language
  • •Respect different backgrounds, identities, and preferences
  • •If someone asks you to stop contacting them, respect their wishes

⚠️ Critical - Zero Tolerance

🔒Safety First Prioritize your safety and the safety of others▶
  • •Never share personal information (address, financial details) early on
  • •Meet in public places for first dates
  • •Let a friend or family member know your plans
  • •Trust your instincts - if something feels wrong, it probably is
  • •Report suspicious behavior immediately
  • •Use in-app messaging before sharing phone numbers
  • •Don't send money or financial help to people you haven't met

⚠️ Critical - Zero Tolerance

✓Be Authentic Honesty is the foundation of meaningful connections▶
  • •Use recent, accurate photos of yourself
  • •Be truthful in your profile information
  • •Don't impersonate others or create fake profiles
  • •Represent yourself honestly about your intentions
  • •If your appearance changes significantly, update your photos
  • •Be genuine about your interests and hobbies
🚫Consent & Boundaries Always respect personal boundaries and consent▶
  • •Never pressure anyone for personal information or meetings
  • •Respect when someone says no to anything
  • •Don't share intimate images without explicit consent
  • •Understand that consent can be withdrawn at any time
  • •Respect boundaries around physical contact
  • •Ask before sharing someone's photos or information with others

⚠️ Critical - Zero Tolerance

🎭Appropriate Content Keep all content suitable for a public platform▶
  • •No nudity or sexually explicit content in photos or messages
  • •Keep conversations appropriate, especially early on
  • •Don't use the platform for commercial solicitation
  • •No promotion of illegal activities or substances
  • •Avoid offensive or graphic content
  • •Profile photos should be appropriate for all audiences
💬Communication Standards Engage in meaningful and respectful conversations▶
  • •Avoid spam or copy-paste messages
  • •Don't send unsolicited inappropriate messages
  • •Be patient - not everyone responds immediately
  • •Use appropriate language
  • •Keep conversations on the platform initially
  • •Don't pressure others to move conversations off-platform
⚖️Legal Compliance Follow all applicable laws and regulations▶
  • •You must be 18 years or older to use this platform
  • •Don't engage in or promote illegal activities
  • •Respect intellectual property rights
  • •Follow local laws regarding relationships and interactions
  • •Don't use the platform for human trafficking or exploitation
  • •Report any illegal activity immediately

⚠️ Critical - Zero Tolerance

🚨Reporting & Enforcement Help us maintain a safe community▶
  • •Report any violations of these guidelines
  • •Block users who make you uncomfortable
  • •Provide detailed information when reporting
  • •Understand that violations may result in account suspension
  • •Serious violations will be reported to authorities
  • •Help us keep the community safe for everyone

Violation Consequences

We enforce these guidelines to protect our community

MinorWarning and content removal

Examples: Spam, inappropriate language

ModerateTemporary suspension (1-7 days)

Examples: Repeated violations, fake profiles

SeriousPermanent ban

Examples: Harassment, threats, illegal content

CriminalBan + law enforcement contact

Examples: Exploitation, trafficking, violence

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