Community Guidelines

Last Updated: 2 January 2026

1. Our Community

Planddit is a platform for discovering and sharing events that bring people together. We're committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful community for everyone. These Community Guidelines outline expected behaviour and prohibited conduct to ensure a positive experience for all users.

2. Creating Events

2.1 Accurate Information

Provide truthful and accurate event details (title, description, date, time, location, category, tags)
Use appropriate, high-quality images relevant to your event
Set realistic capacity limits
Update event information promptly if details change
Cancel events properly if they cannot proceed

2.2 Appropriate Content

Events must NOT contain:

False, misleading, or deceptive information
Profanity, hate speech, or offensive language
Discriminatory content based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age
Sexually explicit or inappropriate content
Violent or graphic content
Promotion of illegal activities or substances
Spam, scams, or fraudulent schemes
Political campaigning or extreme political content
Pyramid schemes or multi-level marketing

2.3 Prohibited Event Types

The following events are not permitted:

Events promoting illegal activities
Adult-only content without proper age restrictions
Events that violate intellectual property rights
Dangerous or harmful activities without proper safety measures
Events designed to harass, intimidate, or harm others

2.4 Pricing and Ticketing

Clearly state if an event is free or paid
Provide accurate pricing information
Include valid ticket purchase links if applicable
Do not use misleading "free" labels for paid events

3. Attending Events

3.1 RSVPs and Attendance

Only RSVP if you genuinely intend to attend
Cancel your RSVP if you can no longer attend
Respect event capacity limits
Follow event-specific rules and requirements

3.2 Respect for Hosts

Communicate respectfully with event hosts
Follow instructions provided by event organisers
Report legitimate concerns through proper channels
Do not harass or spam event hosts

4. User Conduct

4.1 Respectful Behaviour

Treat all users with respect and courtesy
Use appropriate language in all communications
Respect others' privacy and personal boundaries
Be inclusive and welcoming to all community members

4.2 Account Integrity

Maintain one account per person
Use your real name or an appropriate username
Do not impersonate others or create fake accounts
Keep your login credentials secure
Do not share or sell your account

4.3 Platform Usage

Use the platform for its intended purpose (discovering and sharing events)
Do not attempt to manipulate or game the system
Do not scrape, harvest, or collect user data
Do not use automated bots or scripts without permission
Report bugs and vulnerabilities responsibly

5. Prohibited Content and Behaviour

The following are strictly prohibited:

Harassment: Bullying, threatening, or intimidating others
Hate Speech: Content that promotes violence or hatred against protected groups
Spam: Excessive posting, duplicate events, or unsolicited messages
Impersonation: Pretending to be another person or organisation
Intellectual Property Violations: Using copyrighted content without permission
Illegal Activities: Promoting or facilitating illegal acts
Misinformation: Deliberately spreading false information
Exploitation: Taking advantage of vulnerable individuals
Privacy Violations: Sharing others' personal information without consent

6. Reporting and Enforcement

6.1 Reporting Violations

Use the "Report Event" feature to flag inappropriate events
Provide detailed reasons when reporting
Do not abuse the reporting system
False reports may result in account restrictions

6.2 Review Process

All events undergo moderation before approval, unless you are an approved host
Reported content is reviewed by our team
Events receiving multiple reports are automatically flagged for review
Decisions are made based on these guidelines and applicable laws

6.3 Consequences of Violations

Violations may result in:

First Offence: Warning and content removal
Repeated Offences: Temporary account suspension
Serious Violations: Permanent account termination
Illegal Activity: Reporting to law enforcement authorities

7. Event Host Responsibilities

7.1 Duty of Care

Ensure event safety and security
Provide accurate capacity and accessibility information
Comply with local laws and regulations
Obtain necessary permits and insurance
Have appropriate adult supervision for children's events

7.2 Communication

Respond to attendee questions promptly
Notify attendees of significant changes or cancellations
Provide clear instructions for event access
Be transparent about costs and requirements

7.3 Co-Hosting

Only invite trusted individuals as co-hosts
Co-hosts share responsibility for event compliance
Communicate clearly about roles and responsibilities
Transfer ownership responsibly if needed

8. Age-Appropriate Content

8.1 Age Restrictions

Clearly mark events with age restrictions (18+, 50+)
Use the "Family Friendly" tag appropriately
Set accurate target age ranges
Do not expose minors to inappropriate content

8.2 Protection of Minors

Events involving children must prioritise child safety
Provide appropriate supervision ratios
Include safeguarding information where relevant
Comply with child protection laws

9. Commercial Activities

9.1 Permitted

Legitimate paid events (concerts, workshops, classes)
Professional services offered through proper events
Business networking events
Ticketed fundraisers for registered charities

9.2 Not Permitted

Direct sales pitches disguised as events
Pyramid schemes or multi-level marketing recruitment
Excessive self-promotion unrelated to the event
Events solely designed to collect contact information for marketing

10. Data and Privacy

Respect attendee privacy
Do not share attendee lists without consent
Use contact information only for event-related purposes
Do not harvest data from the platform
See our Privacy Policy for details on data handling

11. Intellectual Property

Only upload images you own or have permission to use
Respect trademarks, copyrights, and brand identities
Provide proper attribution when required
Do not use Planddit branding without permission

12. Accessibility and Inclusion

Strive to make events accessible to people with disabilities
Provide accessibility information in event descriptions
Welcome diverse participants
Do not discriminate based on protected characteristics

13. Account Blocking and Filtering

Users may block hosts, venues, or categories they wish to avoid
Use blocking features respectfully, not as retaliation
Blocked content is filtered from your view only
Do not circumvent blocks through alternate accounts

14. Updates to Guidelines

We may update these Community Guidelines periodically to:

Reflect changes in platform functionality
Address emerging issues or concerns
Comply with legal requirements
Improve community safety and experience

Continued use of Planddit after updates constitutes acceptance of revised guidelines.

15. Contact and Appeals

15.1 Questions

For questions about these guidelines, contact: support@planddit.com

15.2 Appeals

If you believe a moderation decision was made in error:

Email support@planddit.com with your appeal and supporting information
Include the event ID or relevant details
Appeals are reviewed within 28 business days
Decisions on appeals are final

16. Our Commitment

Planddit is committed to:

Fostering a safe, welcoming community
Enforcing guidelines fairly and consistently
Protecting user safety and privacy
Supporting legitimate events and organisers
Continuously improving the platform experience

Thank you for being part of the Planddit community and helping make it a great place for everyone!