Astar Collective Rules of Engagement
By participating in Astar Collective community spaces, you agree to uphold these Rules of Engagement. Our collective mission is to create a sustainable, innovative, and inclusive digital ecosystem governed by and for its members.
Core Principles
At the heart of the Astar community is mutual respect, collaboration, and innovation. To achieve our shared goals, all members must engage in a manner that fosters civility and constructive dialogue.
Prohibited Behaviors
The following actions are severe violations and will result in immediate suspension or ban from community spaces:
- Discrimination against any individual based on identifying features such as religion, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, or geographical location.
- Harassment in any form, whether public or private, including abusive language, threats, or intimidation (refer to detailed harassment definitions).
- Unwelcome sexual content or behavior, including sexualized language, imagery, or advances.
- Doxxing, or revealing private information without consent.
- Creating a Negative or Toxic Environment: Users must refrain from fostering negativity or toxicity that could harm the community’s inclusive and collaborative atmosphere. This includes disparaging others, engaging in persistent negativity, or making the platform hostile. Respect others and create an environment where everyone can speak freely without fear of judgment or hostility.
Refer to Astar Collective - Guidance on Severe Violations of the Rules of Engagement
1. Respect and Civility
Everyone in the Astar community deserves respect.
- Treat all members with patience, kindness, and courtesy.
- Especially during difficult discussions, prioritize understanding and empathy.
- If you’re feeling frustrated or upset, step away and return when calm.
Astar thrives on collaboration and respectful dialogue. Upholding these values ensures our community remains a space where innovation and cooperation can flourish.
2. Contribute Meaningfully
Posts and discussions in Astar spaces should add value.
- Provide thoughtful insights and constructive feedback.
- Critiques should be supported by evidence, logic, or data.
- Use reactions (likes, emojis, etc.) to express agreement rather than posting redundant comments.
When making claims or sharing ideas:
- Always back your points with proof and present them clearly.
- Use designated channels for feedback to ensure organized and productive discussions.
- Avoid emotive, inflammatory, or unsubstantiated claims. Such behavior disrupts the community’s goodwill and may lead to content removal or suspension.
3. Stay Positive and Collaborative
We’re building the future together—positivity and teamwork are essential.
- Celebrate progress while addressing challenges constructively.
- Support others in their efforts to contribute to the community’s growth.
- If you witness harassment or violations, speak up and report it. A simple reminder of our shared values can make a big difference.
4. Prioritize Security
Stay vigilant against scams and phishing attempts:
- Keep your private keys secure—no Astar team member will ever ask for them.
- Double-check URLs and only interact with verified platforms.
- Report scams or malicious activity immediately to protect the community.
5. No Multiple Accounts on the Forum
Users are strictly prohibited from creating and maintaining multiple accounts on the forum. If a user is discovered to have multiple accounts, all associated accounts will be immediately removed, and the user may be permanently banned.
Why This Rule Exists
The prohibition against multiple accounts ensures the integrity and authenticity of discussions within the community. Allowing multiple accounts can lead to:
- Fake Narrative Building: Users could manipulate discussions or votes by pretending to represent multiple viewpoints, which undermines genuine community engagement and trust.
- Unfair Advantages: Creating multiple accounts could be used to spam, amplify personal opinions, or gain unfair access to rewards, services, or privileges.
- Community Disruption: It compromises the forum’s goal of creating a fair, transparent, and honest environment for all members.
By enforcing this rule, we maintain a fair platform where every user’s voice has equal weight and authenticity, ensuring a healthy and constructive forum experience.
Reporting Violations
If you observe a violation of the Astar Collective Rules of Engagement, you can report it using the tools provided by the platform where the incident occurred (e.g., Discord flagging, forum moderation tools). Additionally, you may submit details of the violation via Astar Discord Ticketing.
Reports will be reviewed by the Astar Community Moderators, who will take appropriate action to maintain the integrity of our community spaces.
Enforceability
Astar is committed to ensuring a fair and supportive community for all. Violations of the Rules of Engagement will be addressed using the following enforcement process:
- First Warning: Upon a rules violation, you will receive a warning and guidance on acceptable behavior.
- Second Warning: A repeat violation will result in a second warning and a notice of potential suspension.
- One-Month Suspension: A third violation will result in a temporary suspension from Astar community spaces for one month.
- Three-Month Suspension: Continued violations after reinstatement may lead to a three-month suspension.
- Permanent Removal: Severe or repeated violations beyond this point will result in permanent removal from all Astar community spaces.
Note: Any behavior classified under Severe Violations (such as harassment, discrimination, or doxxing) will result in immediate suspension from community spaces for one month without prior warnings.
Alternative Resolution Mechanisms
Where possible and appropriate, informal dispute resolution may be encouraged to address misunderstandings or conflicts. This approach emphasizes mutual understanding and reconciliation while ensuring adherence to the Rules of Engagement.
Building a Thriving Community
It’s up to all of us to maintain the Astar as a hub of innovation, collaboration, and respect.
By committing to these standards and embodying these principles, the Astar Collective ensures a thriving, collaborative, and welcoming community for all members.