Introduction
Welcome to Idometrics. Our mission is to inspire creativity, foster connection, and provide a safe, inclusive space where everyone can express themselves freely. These Community Guidelines outline the rules and expectations for all users. They help ensure that Idometrics remains a respectful, secure, and enriching environment for creativity and connection.
These guidelines form part of Idometrics' Terms of Service and are binding on all users.
Overview
To ensure Idometrics remains a positive and enriching space, where creative expression is celebrated and respectful interactions are the norm.
These guidelines apply to all content and interactions on the Idometrics platform, including posts, comments, live streams, and other features.
Community Principles
Respect
Treat all members with kindness and consideration. Discriminatory, harassing, or hateful behavior is not tolerated.
Inclusivity
We embrace diverse voices and perspectives. Content that attacks or dehumanizes based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics is prohibited and subject to removal or enforcement.
Creativity
We encourage original content that is honest and expressive while remaining respectful and authentic. Copying, impersonation, or misuse of others' work is not permitted.
Youth Safety and Well-Being
For users in Canada:
- Crisis Services Canada: 988
- Kids Help Phone: 1.800.668.6868
- Visit https://988.ca/ for additional support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please use these resources immediately.
Consent and Protection
When sharing content featuring minors, you must have verifiable consent from a parent or legal guardian. Any content that exploits, endangers, or misrepresents minors will be removed immediately and may result in account action.
Support Resources
We provide in-app tools and external resource links for users in distress. If you or someone you know needs help, please use these resources.
Safety and Civility
Engage in respectful, constructive conversation. Personal attacks, abusive language, or bullying may result in content removal or account restrictions.
Mental and Behavioral Health
Encouraging Help
Content that glorifies self-harm, suicidal behavior, or extreme disordered eating is prohibited.
Supportive Environment
We encourage users to seek professional help if they are struggling and provide links to trusted mental health resources.
Avoiding Harmful Triggers
Content should not intentionally trigger harmful behaviors or spread misleading advice regarding mental health.
Sensitive and Mature Themes
Clear Labeling
Content that includes graphic, mature, or sensitive themes will be moderated and removed from the platform.
Balanced Expression
While creative expression on mature topics is allowed, content must be shared in a manner that does not glorify or trivialize harm.
Integrity and Authenticity
Originality of Content
All videos must be recorded and uploaded using Idometrics' in-app camera. Uploading externally edited or AI-modified videos, including deepfakes, is prohibited.
No External Editing
We require that videos reflect authentic, unaltered recordings as captured by the in-app tools. This policy helps maintain the integrity and originality of content on our platform.
Honest Engagement
Misleading practices or attempts to manipulate engagement (e.g., fake likes or comments) are prohibited.
Regulated Goods and Commercial Activities
Compliance with Laws
The platform does not support the sale of regulated goods (such as alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, or gambling-related services) and must comply with applicable laws.
Clear Disclosures
Commercial content must include clear disclosures and adhere to all advertising and marketing guidelines.
No Exploitation
Content that encourages or facilitates illegal activities or exploitation (e.g., trafficking, fraud) will be removed.
Privacy and Security
Protecting Personal Data
Do not share sensitive personal or financial information about yourself or others.
Respecting Privacy
Unauthorized use or distribution of personal data, including images or videos of individuals without their consent, is prohibited.
Security Measures
Use strong account protection measures and report any suspicious activities to help us maintain a secure community.
Moves Feed Eligibility Standards
Content Recommendations
Content must meet safety, quality, and originality standards to be featured in the 'Moves' feed.
Meeting Standards
Content must meet our quality and safety criteria to be eligible for wider distribution. Posts that violate guidelines may be limited in reach.
Feedback and Appeals
If your content is removed or limited, you will receive feedback and can submit an in-app appeal.
Accounts and Features
Account Creation
Users must provide accurate information when creating an account and maintain the security of their credentials. Users must be above the age of 13 to have an account. Users above the age of 13 but under the age of 18 must have consent from their legal guardian before creating an account on Idometrics.
Appropriate Use of Features
Utilize the platform's features (e.g., creating challenges, covers and direct messaging) responsibly. Abuse of features may result in restrictions.
Multiple Accounts
Creating multiple accounts to bypass restrictions or bans is prohibited.
Account Enforcement
- Commits a single severe content violation.
- Engages in repeated content violations.
- Engages in off-platform behavior such as related to violence, hate, or child exploitation will be considered in our enforcement decisions.
- Attempts to circumvent enforcement of our guidelines.
- Operates accounts primarily dedicated to prohibited activities (e.g., hate speech, marketing or trade of prohibited goods, spam, or impersonation).
In severe cases or when circumvention is evident, any additional accounts associated with the offending user may also be banned. Accounts posing a credible, imminent threat to human life or safety will be reported to law enforcement.
Violations of our rules may result in enforcement actions, including banning of accounts if the account holder:
Search
Our search tool is designed to help you discover relevant content. Personalized search suggestions appear throughout the platform to help you discover content that aligns with your interests.
Search Restrictions
- Searches using keywords or phrases that violate our guidelines are restricted.
- Content that is allowed on Idometrics but does not meet our recommendation eligibility may not appear as a top search result.
Comments
Comments facilitate discussion and engagement on Idometrics. Violations of our guidelines (e.g., hate speech, harassment) in comments may result in restricted visibility or removal.
Direct Messaging
The platform provides direct messaging between users. Repeated or severe violations in comments or messaging may lead to restrictions on messaging features or an account ban.
Enforcement
Moderation
We use a combination of automated systems and human moderators to enforce these guidelines.
Consequences
Violations may result in content removal, temporary restrictions, or permanent account bans, depending on the severity.
Reporting
Users are encouraged to report any content or behavior that violates these guidelines. All reports are reviewed promptly.
Appeals
If you believe a decision was made in error, you may submit an appeal through our in-app process.
Updates to These Guidelines
Thank you for helping to make Idometrics a safe, welcoming, and creative community. By using our platform, you agree to abide by these guidelines and contribute positively to our shared space.
Continuous Improvement
We periodically update these guidelines to address emerging issues and ensure a safe environment.
Notification
Major changes will be communicated to users via in-app alerts or email.
Feedback
Your input is welcome. Please share suggestions or concerns through our designated feedback channels.