Purpose and guiding principles
PipChat exists for open, constructive, community-driven public conversations—especially around real places and local life. These rules help keep the platform safe, respectful, and useful.
Zero‑tolerance categories
- CSAE/CSAM: any content involving sexual exploitation of minors is strictly prohibited. See CSAE Safety Standards.
- Incitement to violence/self-harm: threats, calls for violence, or promotion of self-harm.
- Terrorism and violent extremist content: promotion or coordination.
- Fraud and scams: phishing, impersonation, deceptive schemes.
Prohibited content and behaviors
Do not post, share, or promote:
- Harassment, bullying, hate speech, or targeted abuse.
- Non-consensual intimate imagery, sexual exploitation, or extremely explicit content.
- Illegal drug sales, weapon sales, or instructions for serious wrongdoing (e.g., hacking, building weapons).
- Personal data of others without consent (doxxing), including addresses, phone numbers, IDs, or private images.
- Copyright/trademark infringement.
- Spam, bot activity, misleading promotions, or artificially boosting engagement.
Accuracy, misinformation, and public harm
Because PipChat is location-based and community-visible, misinformation can cause real-world harm. Avoid posting unverified claims as facts, especially about emergencies, public safety, or accusations against individuals.
- If you share a report, include context and avoid naming private individuals unless you have lawful grounds and clear evidence.
- Do not coordinate harassment or vigilantism.
Privacy and sensitive information
- Do not share anyone’s personally identifiable information without authorization.
- Do not post confidential government/business information unless you have permission.
- Avoid posting your own sensitive data in public threads.
Location and map integrity
Posts are pinned to approximate locations. Do not intentionally mislead users by placing posts in incorrect locations to manipulate visibility or cause confusion.
Enforcement, reporting, and appeals
We may use automated signals, community reporting, and human review to enforce these rules. Enforcement actions can include content removal, reduced visibility, warnings, posting limits, suspension, or permanent bans.
- Report: Use in-app reporting where available. For urgent matters, email support@pipchat.in.
- Appeals: If you believe an enforcement action was incorrect, contact support with details.
Business, government, and sponsors
Business/government accounts and sponsors may publish catalog items or sponsored placements. Promotional content must still comply with these rules. Deceptive advertising, scams, or prohibited products/services are not allowed.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Posting Policy as PipChat evolves. Continued use of the Service indicates acceptance of updates.
Contact
If you have questions or need help with policies, please email support@pipchat.in.
If you are reporting an urgent safety issue involving minors, see the reporting instructions in CSAE Safety Standards.