At WhatsLocal.ie, our goal is to foster a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. To achieve this, we have established the following community standards:
Authenticity and Integrity
Genuine Reviews: When posting a review or rating, you certify that it is based on your own experience or that of your family and friends. You confirm it reflects your honest opinion and that you have no personal or business relationship with the establishment, nor have you been offered any incentive to write the review.
Accurate Information: Ensure all information in listings is accurate and current. Misleading or false information is not allowed.
Respect and Privacy
Respect Others: Treat all users with respect and kindness. Harassment, discrimination, and hateful speech will not be tolerated.
Protect Privacy: Respect the privacy of others. Do not share personal information without consent.
Content Guidelines
Appropriate Content: All content shared, including images and descriptions, should be suitable for all audiences. Explicit, offensive, or inappropriate content is prohibited.
Constructive Feedback: We encourage constructive feedback and reviews. Avoid personal attacks or malicious comments.
Prohibited Content: We have a zero-tolerance policy for hate speech, explicit content, and incitement to violence. This includes attacks based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or any other personal characteristic.
Reporting and Moderation
Report Inappropriate Content: Users can report content they find inappropriate or offensive. We rely on our community to help maintain these standards.
Moderation Process: Reported posts will be reviewed by a moderator. If found to breach these standards, they will be removed. We do not edit posts; instead, the entire post will be removed if any part breaches our standards.
User Responsibilities
Follow the Rules: By using WhatsLocal.ie, you agree to adhere to these community standards and our terms and conditions.
Respect Intellectual Property: Ensure you have the right to share any content you post. Respect copyrights, trademarks, and other legal rights.
Liability and Enforcement
Limited Liability: WhatsLocal.ie is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from the use of the information provided on the site.
Account Termination: We reserve the right to disable accounts and remove content that violates our community standards. Repeat offenders may have their posting privileges withdrawn and accounts cancelled.
External Links and Availability
External Links: WhatsLocal.ie may contain links to other websites. We have no control over the content and availability of these sites and do not endorse their views.
Website Availability: While we strive to keep the site running smoothly, WhatsLocal.ie is not responsible for any temporary unavailability due to technical issues.
Complaint Process
Filing Complaints: If you have a complaint about content or postings, you can report it via email at [email protected]. Future iterations of the site will include a reporting form for inappropriate content.
WhatsLocal.ie aims to be a resource for families to share and discover local activities. By adhering to these community standards, you help us maintain a positive and supportive environment for everyone.