Moderation Policy

ClutchFans Forum Moderation Policy

Welcome to ClutchFans! This is a space for fans of the Houston Rockets, Astros, Texans, and broader discussions about sports, politics, and life. To maintain a welcoming and respectful environment, we’ve established the following moderation policy. By participating in the forums, you agree to adhere to these guidelines:

1. Respectful Conduct

• No Personal Attacks: Disagreeing is fine, but attacking another user is not. Avoid insults, name-calling, or inflammatory language.
• No Discrimination or Harassment: Posts containing racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or any form of hate speech are strictly prohibited.
• No Trolling or Baiting: Intentionally provoking or antagonizing other members is not allowed.

2. Stay On-Topic

• Post in the Appropriate Forum: Ensure your thread or comment belongs in the correct category (e.g., NBA content in the NBA forum, politics in the politics forum).
• Avoid Derailing Conversations: Keep discussions relevant to the topic at hand.

3. No Spam or Self-Promotion

• Limit Advertising: Do not post advertisements, referral links, or promote personal projects excessively.
• No Duplicate Threads: Check to see if a topic has already been discussed before starting a new thread.

4. No Inappropriate Content

• No NSFW Material: Avoid posting sexually explicit, violent, or otherwise inappropriate content.
• Family-Friendly Language: Keep language suitable for a broad audience. Excessive profanity may result in moderation.

5. Respect Forum Integrity

• No Plagiarism: Always give credit to original sources when sharing content.
• No Doxxing: Do not share anyone’s personal information without their consent.

6. Reporting and Enforcement

• Report Problematic Content: Use the “Report” button to flag inappropriate or rule-breaking posts. Do not engage with the content directly.
• Warnings and Bans: Moderators may issue warnings, temporary bans, or permanent bans based on the severity of the violation.

7. Appeals and Feedback

• Dispute Resolution: If you believe a moderation action was unfair, contact a moderator or admin through private message for clarification.
• Suggestions Welcome: Feedback on forum policies or moderation practices can be shared in the designated forum feedback section.

8. Updates and Changes

ClutchFans reserves the right to update or amend this policy as needed to maintain the quality and integrity of the forums.

By participating in the ClutchFans forums, you agree to follow these rules and help create a positive, engaging community for all members. Thank you for being a part of ClutchFans!