Community Guidelines
Our community guidelines help create a safe, respectful, and productive environment for all users of the AI Tools Marketplace.
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Our Commitment to Community
The AI Tools Marketplace is built on trust, collaboration, and innovation. These community guidelines establish the standards of behavior and content quality that help us maintain a thriving ecosystem for AI creators and users.
By using our platform, you agree to follow these guidelines. Violations may result in warnings, content removal, account restrictions, or permanent bans, depending on the severity and frequency of the violations.
We encourage community members to report violations and help us maintain high standards. Together, we can build a platform that benefits everyone in the AI community.
Community Standards
The principles that guide our community interactions and content quality
Be Respectful and Professional
Treat all community members with respect and maintain professional standards
What's Expected
- Use respectful language in all communications
- Be constructive in feedback and criticism
- Respect different perspectives and backgrounds
- Maintain professional standards in business interactions
What's Not Allowed
- Harassment, bullying, or personal attacks
- Discriminatory language or behavior
- Threats or intimidation
- Spam or excessive promotional content
Authentic and Honest Listings
Provide accurate information about your AI tools and services
What's Expected
- Provide truthful and accurate tool descriptions
- Use genuine screenshots and media
- Clearly state pricing, features, and limitations
- Disclose any affiliations or partnerships
What's Not Allowed
- False or misleading claims about capabilities
- Fake screenshots or manipulated media
- Hidden fees or misleading pricing
- Impersonating other creators or companies
Quality and Safety Standards
Ensure your tools meet our quality and safety requirements
What's Expected
- Tools must function as described
- Provide proper documentation and support
- Ensure tools are safe and secure to use
- Regular updates and maintenance
What's Not Allowed
- Tools that don't work as advertised
- Malicious code or security vulnerabilities
- Lack of proper documentation
- Abandoned or unsupported tools
Intellectual Property Rights
Respect the intellectual property rights of others
What's Expected
- Only list tools you have rights to sell
- Respect copyrights, trademarks, and patents
- Use only licensed images and content
- Properly attribute third-party components
What's Not Allowed
- Selling copied or stolen tools
- Using copyrighted material without permission
- Trademark infringement
- Plagiarizing descriptions or content
Constructive Communication
Engage in meaningful and helpful communication
What's Expected
- Respond promptly to buyer inquiries
- Provide helpful and detailed responses
- Be transparent about capabilities and limitations
- Offer constructive feedback in reviews
What's Not Allowed
- Ignoring legitimate customer inquiries
- Providing false information to buyers
- Fake reviews or review manipulation
- Retaliatory or vindictive behavior
Privacy and Data Protection
Protect user privacy and handle data responsibly
What's Expected
- Follow all applicable privacy laws
- Clearly disclose data collection practices
- Implement proper security measures
- Respect user privacy preferences
What's Not Allowed
- Unauthorized data collection or sharing
- Inadequate security measures
- Violating privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
- Selling or misusing personal data
Reporting Violations
Help us maintain community standards by reporting violations
Identify the Violation
Determine which community guideline has been violated and gather relevant evidence
Submit a Report
Use our reporting system to submit details about the violation with supporting evidence
Investigation
Our moderation team reviews the report and investigates the alleged violation
Resolution
Appropriate action is taken based on the severity and nature of the violation
Enforcement Actions
How we respond to community guideline violations
Minor Violations
Possible Actions:
- Warning message
- Required corrections
- Temporary restrictions
Examples:
- Incomplete tool descriptions
- Minor pricing issues
- Delayed responses
Moderate Violations
Possible Actions:
- Content removal
- Account suspension
- Feature restrictions
Examples:
- Misleading claims
- Poor quality tools
- Unprofessional behavior
Severe Violations
Possible Actions:
- Account termination
- Content deletion
- Legal action
Examples:
- Fraud or scams
- Malicious software
- Serious harassment
Appeals Process
If you believe enforcement action was taken against your account in error, you can submit an appeal:
- Submit an appeal within 30 days of the action
- Provide clear explanation and any supporting evidence
- Our team will review your appeal within 5 business days
- You'll receive a final decision via email
Questions About Our Guidelines?
Contact our community team if you need clarification on any of our guidelines.