eve-forum-moderator/rules/forum_policy.md

EVE Online Forum Moderation Policy

Source: https://support.eveonline.com/hc/en-us/articles/8563133115932-Forum-Moderation-Policy

1. Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are not permitted on the EVE Online forums:

1.1 Trolling

Posting inflammatory, extraneous, or off-topic messages with the intent of provoking an emotional response or disrupting normal discussion.

1.2 Flaming

Hostile and insulting interaction between forum users. This includes direct insults, name-calling, and aggressive language directed at other players.

1.3 Ranting

Posting lengthy, emotional complaints that do not contribute to constructive discussion.

1.4 Personal Attacks

Attacking another player personally rather than addressing their arguments or ideas.

1.5 Harassment

Repeated unwanted contact or attention directed at a specific player, including following them across threads to attack or belittle them.

1.6 Doxxing

Revealing or threatening to reveal real-life personal information about another player without their consent.

1.7 Racism & Discrimination

Any form of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, or similar characteristics.

1.8 Hate Speech

Speech that attacks a person or group on the basis of protected attributes such as race, religion, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

1.9 Sexism

Discrimination or prejudice based on sex or gender.

1.10 Spamming

Posting the same or similar content repeatedly, or posting content with no meaningful contribution to discussion.

1.11 Bumping

Posting simply to move a thread to the top of the forum without adding meaningful content.

1.12 Off-Topic Posting

Posting content that is not relevant to the thread topic or forum section.

1.13 Pyramid Quoting

Excessive nested quoting that makes posts difficult to read and disrupts discussion flow.

1.14 Rumor Mongering

Spreading unverified information or speculation as fact, particularly regarding CCP decisions, policies, or future plans.

1.15 New Player Bashing

Hostile or dismissive behavior toward new players asking questions or learning the game.

1.16 Impersonation

Pretending to be another player, CCP employee, or ISD volunteer.

1.17 Advertising

Promoting products, services, or websites unrelated to EVE Online.

2. Prohibited Content

The following content is not permitted on the EVE Online forums:

2.1 Pornography

Sexually explicit images or content.

2.2 Profanity

Excessive or extreme profanity, particularly when directed at others.

2.3 Real Money Trading (RMT)

Discussion of, solicitation for, or promotion of real money trading of in-game items, ISK, or accounts.

2.4 Discussion of Warnings & Bans

Public discussion of warnings, bans, or other disciplinary actions taken against any player.

2.5 Discussion of Moderation

Publicly discussing or disputing moderation decisions. Appeals should be handled through proper support channels.

2.6 Private Communications with CCP

Sharing private communications with CCP staff without permission.

2.7 In-Game Bugs & Exploits

Public discussion of bugs or exploits that could be abused. These should be reported through proper bug reporting channels.

2.8 Real World Religion

Discussion of real-world religious beliefs or practices.

2.9 Real World Politics

Discussion of real-world political topics, parties, or figures.

2.10 Layout-Distorting Content

Images, text, or formatting that disrupts the normal forum layout.

2.11 Advertising Other Games/Services

Promoting other games or competing services.

2.12 Real Financial Transfer Requests

Soliciting real money from other players.

3. Non-Constructive Posting

Posts should contribute positively to discussion. Posts that exist solely to complain, mock, or derail without offering constructive feedback may be moderated.

4. Abuse of Forum Tools

Misusing forum features such as flagging, voting, or reporting in bad faith.

5. Re-Opening Locked Topics

Creating new threads to continue discussion from threads that have been locked by moderators.

6. Language Requirements

Posts in English-language forum sections must be in English. Other language sections have their own requirements.

7. Attacking CCP Employees or ISD Volunteers

Personal attacks or harassment directed at CCP staff or ISD volunteers is strictly prohibited.

8. Section-Specific Rules

Individual forum sections may have additional rules that must be followed.

9. Killmail/Chatlog Abuse

Using killmails or chat logs primarily to troll, flame, or harass other players rather than for legitimate discussion.