CONTENT GUIDELINES

Last Updated: January 4, 2026 | Version: 1.0

Verda is a community-driven platform where users share short-form video content (Blurbs)and text posts (Soapbox). To maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all users, we have established these content guidelines.

These guidelines apply to all content posted on Verda, including videos, images, text, comments, and user profiles.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

Safety: Protecting users from harmful, dangerous, or illegal content
Respect: Fostering a community free from harassment, hate, and bullying
Transparency: Clearly communicating what is and isn't allowed
Fairness: Applying guidelines consistently and providing appeal processes

Prohibited Content

1. Sexual Content

Not Allowed:

Nudity or explicit sexual content
Sexually suggestive content or sexually explicit conversations
Content depicting sexual acts, sexual services, or sexual solicitation
Sexual content involving minors (zero tolerance — immediate permanent ban)

2. Violence & Graphic Content

Not Allowed:

Graphic violence, gore, or blood
Content depicting physical assault, fighting, or violent acts
Torture, mutilation, or visually disturbing content
Animal abuse or cruelty
Glorification of violence or violent events

3. Hate Speech & Symbols

Not Allowed:

Hate speech targeting individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
Hate symbols, gestures, or imagery
Content that promotes or glorifies hate groups or extremist ideologies
Dehumanizing language or slurs

4. Dangerous Activities

Not Allowed:

Content promoting or depicting dangerous stunts, challenges, or activities
Drug use, drug manufacturing, or drug promotion
Content depicting weapons in a threatening or dangerous manner
Instructions for making weapons, explosives, or other dangerous items
Content promoting self-harm or suicide

5. Harassment & Bullying

Not Allowed:

Targeted harassment, bullying, or intimidation of individuals
Threats of violence or harm
Doxxing (sharing private personal information)
Cyberstalking or unwanted repeated contact
Content intended to humiliate, shame, or degrade others

6. Spam & Deceptive Content

Not Allowed:

Spam, scams, or fraudulent content
Misleading or false information (especially regarding health, safety, or elections)
Impersonation of others or creation of fake accounts
Manipulated media intended to deceive (deepfakes, misleading edits)

7. Minor Safety

Zero Tolerance Policy

Not Allowed:

Any content that sexualizes, endangers, or exploits minors
Content showing minors in dangerous situations
Inappropriate interactions with minors
Content that could facilitate child exploitation

Violations of minor safety result in immediate permanent ban and law enforcement notification. No warnings or second chances.

8. Visually Disturbing Content

Not Allowed:

Extremely graphic, shocking, or disturbing imagery
Content depicting death, serious injury, or medical procedures
Disturbing horror content without appropriate warnings

Strike System & Penalties

Verda uses a progressive strike system to enforce content guidelines. Strikes are awarded when content is removed for policy violations.

Strikes	Penalty	Duration
1 Strike	Warning	No ban, warning notification sent
2 Strikes	Temporary Ban	3 days
3 Strikes	Temporary Ban	7 days
4 Strikes	Temporary Ban	30 days
5 Strikes	Permanent Ban	Permanent account termination

What happens when you get a strike:

The violating content is immediately removed
You receive a notification explaining the violation and which guideline was violated
The strike is recorded on your account
If you reach a ban threshold, your account is temporarily or permanently suspended

Appeals Process

If you believe your content was removed in error or you were unfairly penalized, you can appeal the decision.

Who Can Appeal

Users whose content was removed
Users who received strikes
Users who received temporary bans (permanent bans cannot be appealed except in extraordinary circumstances)

Appeal Timeframe

Appeals must be submitted within 30 days of the moderation action
Appeals are reviewed within 3–5 business days

Appeal Outcomes

Appeal Approved: Strike removed, content restored (if applicable)
Appeal Denied: Original decision stands
Partial Approval: Strike may be reduced but not fully removed

Content That IS Allowed

Verda encourages creativity and self-expression. The following content is welcome:

Creative Expression: Art, music, dance, comedy, and other creative content
Educational Content: Tutorials, how-to guides, informative content
Gaming Content: Gameplay clips, gaming commentary, esports content
Discussion & Debate: Respectful discussions on social, political, or controversial topics
Personal Stories: Sharing your experiences, opinions, and perspectives
Mild Profanity: Common swear words are allowed (but not slurs or hate speech)
Mature Themes: Discussion of mature topics is allowed if not explicit or harmful

User Responsibilities

As a Verda user, you are responsible for:

Reading and Understanding: Familiarize yourself with these guidelines
Following Guidelines: Ensure all content you post complies with our policies
Reporting Violations: Report content that violates these guidelines
Respecting Others: Treat all community members with respect
Accepting Consequences: Understand that violations result in penalties

Reporting Content

If you see content that violates our guidelines:

Click the flag icon on any blurb, soapbox post, or comment
Select the violation category
Optionally provide additional context
Submit your report

Your reports are anonymous. Your identity is not shared with the content creator.

Enforcement Discretion

Verda Platforms has the sole and final authority in interpreting and applying these content guidelines. All moderation decisions, including content removal, strikes, and account actions, are made at the sole discretion of Verda Platforms.

Enforcement may vary depending on context, nuance, and the specific circumstances of each situation. Factors we may consider include, but are not limited to:

Newsworthiness: Content related to current events or matters of public interest
Educational Value: Content created for informational or educational purposes
Artistic Expression: Content with clear artistic, creative, or satirical intent
Context & Intent: The overall context in which the content was shared and the apparent intent of the creator

Verda Platforms reserves the right to take action on any content or account that we determine, in our sole judgment, to be harmful, disruptive, or otherwise inconsistent with the spirit of these guidelines, even if the content does not clearly fall within a specific prohibited category listed above.

Changes to These Guidelines

Verda reserves the right to update these guidelines at any time. When significant changes are made, users will be notified in-app and updated guidelines will be posted with a new version number and date.

By continuing to use Verda after guidelines are updated, you agree to follow the new guidelines.

Contact & Support

If you have questions about these guidelines:

Email: verdaplatforms@gmail.com

For urgent safety concerns, contact local emergency services (911 in the US).