Forum Rules

Please take time to read our Forum Rules and Guidelines. Thank you!

FORUM GUIDELINES

1. RESPECT must be observed at all times. Show respect for others' views & opinions and it will be returned accordingly. Greet all birthday celebrant always! (LOL)

2. NEWBIES must be respected and guided on the ins and outs of the forum. Bullying will merit nothing but contempt and disrespect from new members and we do not want that as a prevalent norm in this forum.

3. GENERAL BEHAVIOR of forum users must adhere to the same standards they follow in real life. Remember that it is impolite to speak ill of someone especially in his/her absence. Equally it is much better to share positive vibes within the forum and this can be done by observing tolerance, understanding and forgiveness.

4. FORUM RULES is the fiber that keeps us together and everything in order. To assume that seniority translates to special privileges is a showcase of a flawed character. While a member’s history and good standing can be a reference for moderators in judgment in cases of disputes, all members are equal and must abide by the forum rules irrespective of the number of posts and the date they joined the board.

Our Rules

1. LANGUAGE FACILITY. The goal of this forum is to reach a global audience. Therefore, posting in English in all parts of the board is highly encouraged. Usage, however, of phrases/idioms in Filipino dialects or any other foreign languages may be allowed SO LONG AS THE SUBSTANCE OR THE MESSAGE OF EACH POST IS IN ENGLISH. This leeway is observed to allow people to share their own way of expressing or reacting to certain things/ideas that in most cases are unique to their own language/dialect. In this process, this forum will serve as a way for people to appreciate cultures and their similarities/peculiarities. Of course, anyone may ask for clarifications on vague/conflicting ideas and concerned posters are enjoined to reply immediately.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

2. USERNAME – Upon registration, forum members enjoy the right to use a unique username of their own choosing. In the same vein, usernames which are offensive and obscene will be deleted arbitrarily. Also, having two or more usernames are not allowed and moderators reserve the right to ban all usernames of any erring member. Ditto, allowing your handle to be utilized by others or using your handle by pretending to be someone else is strictly prohibited.
1st offense: Banned permanently

3. AVATARS – We do encourage the usage of interesting and funny avatars and all kinds of avatars are appreciated provided they are not offensive and/or obscene. Avatars should be limited in size and specifics as stipulated in forum.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

4. POSTS –The following are not allowed inside the forum: gross, vulgar, obscene, pornographic and inappropriate words, images or links. Also, posting of any material which takes the same nature as mentioned above are strictly prohibited. In the same way, posts that are invasive of one’s privacy, copyright infringements or any violation of existing national and international laws are strictly prohibited. Take note that violators can be prosecuted by the offending party/parties. Posts that are in discrimination of any race, gender, sexual preference/orientation, religion, politics, and the likes will be deleted. Posters and forum members cannot use the forum as a platform for illegal activities.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

5. SPAMMING – Spamming is not allowed in this forum. Forum members must avoid clogging the site of non-sense, no-value posts within a thread or across different threads. Also, unsolicited/unwanted promotion of products and websites within the forum is plain and simple spamming. This forum will not tolerate such activities.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

6. MEMBERS’ IMAGES – Defiling, defaming, photo-chopping or any form of disrespectful and offensive acts/comments towards any member’s personal images or likeness are prohibited and shall be dealt with extreme disciplinary actions.
1st offense: 2 weeks suspension
2nd offense: 1-month suspension
3rd offense: Banned permanently

7. CAPS, LETTERS & SYMBOLS – As a general rule, please note that bold and capital letters are used for shouting and is considered as rude. Forum users must refrain from using capital letters, excessive question marks (?), exclamation points (!), or smileys in your title or post.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

8. OFF TOPIC THREADS AND DISCUSSIONS - Unrelated and unwanted discussions to the topic is discouraged and will be locked and stricken out without warning. Accordingly, posts that are completely off topic will be removed off hand. This also covers posting of the similar messages in multiple forums.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

9. FLAMING – Forum members are not allowed to retaliate, threaten, air grievances or use the forum as a vehicle for disputes. Simply put, "Flaming" will not be tolerated. While this forum welcomes differing opinions, discussions and topics that are generally offensive will be deleted and this also applies to defamation. Forum users must refrain from instigating and engaging in flame wars. They are encouraged as well to report troublesome posters to moderators so actions can be meted out accordingly and immediately.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

10. SIGNATURE - Only one-liner or multi-liner signatures intended as a tagline, are allowed as signature. They must be in good taste and not vulgar nor offensive. No images nor links and BBCODEs are allowed.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

11. FORUM LABELS - Posters are enjoined to start threads or topics carrying appropriate categories. Please ensure that the forum title is correct prior to actual posting. Posts that veer away from this regulation will either be moved, locked or deleted all together. Ultimately, such repeated postings can be a ground for suspension/banishment from the site.
1st offense: Warning
2nd offense: 2 weeks suspension
3rd offense: 1-month suspension
4th offense: Banned permanently

12. MODERATORS – As moderators’ hands will at times be full to catch every single violation, problematic posts and posters must be reported by forum members. You may send a PM to any of the moderators for this purpose. The moderators reserve the right to edit, delete, lock and move any post/thread as may be necessary. Also, they can make special rules for special cases, whenever deemed necessary, given it does not violate any existing forum rules. Should any member has a case against a moderator and intends to plea his/her case, he/she can PM that Mod or any other Mods and argue his side. The issue at hand will be discussed and settled by the Moderators in private.

Violation of any/all of the above rules may result in warnings or banishment of the violator from the Forums. Penalties for disciplinary offenses will fall within the ranges stipulated. In certain circumstances, depending on the gravity and/or nature of the offense, a penalty may either be more or less severe than what is indicated herein. Moderators reserve the right to ban/suspend members without warning in view of excessive violation too excessive. These rules are subject to modifications, revisions, and/or amendments in the future, as the moderators deem fit and necessary.

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