# Code of Conduct

Applies to platform-operated spaces: official channels, direct communication with us, and the platform forum at [forums.makenot.work](https://forums.makenot.work). Creator-run forums have their own rules.

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## The Short Version

Be decent. Assume good faith. Stay on topic.

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## Expected Behavior

- **Treat people with respect**: Disagreement is fine; personal attacks aren't
- **Stay on topic**: Platform forums are for platform discussion
- **Give constructive feedback**: "This doesn't work for me because X" is useful; "this sucks" isn't
- **Respect privacy**: Don't share others' personal information

## Unacceptable Behavior

- **Harassment**: Sustained unwanted contact, threats, or intimidation
- **Discrimination**: Attacks based on identity, background, or protected characteristics
- **Spam**: Promotional content, repetitive posts, off-topic solicitation
- **Doxxing**: Sharing private information without consent
- **Bad faith participation**: Trolling, intentional disruption, sea-lioning

## Enforcement

1. **Direct message**: Most first violations get a note explaining the issue
2. **Temporary suspension**: Repeated issues or serious violations
3. **Permanent ban**: Sustained bad behavior or egregious violations

We try to be fair and explain our reasoning, but we don't have elaborate appeals processes.

## Reporting

Email community@makenot.work with:

- Link to the content or behavior
- Brief description of the issue

We review reports and respond within 3 business days.

## For Creator Forums

Creators set their own community standards. If you have issues with a creator's forum, contact the creator directly. We only intervene for legal violations or content that harms the broader platform.

## See Also

- [Forums & Discussion](./forums.md): Our community philosophy and forum details