Masjid Tawheed WhatsApp Communities' Rules
In our WhatsApp communities, you can post, comment, vote, discuss, learn, debate, support, and connect with people who share your interests. Below the community-specific rules, you’ll find the platform-wide guidelines that apply to all of Masjid Tawheed Communities, enforced by our admins. These communities thrive on what we build together and can only flourish if we follow a shared set of rules. We ask that you honor not only the letter of these rules but also their spirit.
Rules
Rule 1
Remember the human. This is a place for creating community and belonging, not for attacking marginalized or vulnerable groups of people. Everyone has a right to use our communities free of harassment, bullying, and threats of violence. Users that incite violence or that promote hate based on identity or vulnerability will be banned.
Rule 2
Abide by community rules. Post authentic content into communities where you have a personal interest, and do not cheat or engage in content manipulation (including spamming, vote manipulation, ban evasion, or subscriber fraud) or otherwise interfere with or disrupt our communities.
Rule 3
Respect the privacy of others. Instigating harassment, for example by revealing someone’s personal or confidential information, is not allowed. Never post or threaten to post private media of someone without their consent.
Rule 4
Do not share or encourage the sharing of sexual, abusive, or suggestive content involving minors. Any predatory or inappropriate behavior involving a minor is also strictly prohibited.
Rule 5
We don’t require you to use your real name on your WhatsApp account, but don’t impersonate an individual or an entity in a misleading or deceptive manner.
Rule 7
Keep it legal, and avoid posting illegal content or soliciting or facilitating illegal or prohibited transactions.
Rule 8
Don’t break the community or do anything that interferes with normal use of our communities.
Enforcement
We have a variety of ways of enforcing our rules, including, but not limited to
- Asking you nicely to knock it off
- Asking you less nicely
- Temporary or permanent suspension from our communities.
- We encourage anyone to report rule-breaking behavior and appreciate your help.
General Discussion Community Rules
Rule 1: Be kind, decent, polite, & respectful.
a. No profanity or adult content.
b. Adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real life.
c. This community is a safe space for everyone.
d. Engage in good faith
e. All users must follow the Masjid Tawheed Communities’ Rules.
f. Negative generalizations towards people or groups are not permitted. This includes but is not limited to race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, or sexual orientation. Even if you believe that a negative stereotype is true, you are not welcome to spread it here.
g. Posts mentioning ethnicity/nationality when it is irrelevant will be removed.
h. Posts that insult others or are blatantly offensive are not permitted. Back-and-forth personal attacks are subject to the entire comment chain being removed. Provocation is not a license to break the rules yourself. Report rule-breaking behavior.
i. This is not the place to air your dirty laundry/personal grievances.
i. Do not accuse other community members or otherwise create an awkward situation in the community.
ii. Encouraging or ‘wishing for’ illegal activity is not permitted.
Rule 2: No spam
a. This includes posting promotional codes and/or referral links. Unless someone first asks for them.
b. No Surveys, fundraising efforts, petitions, and market research.
c. Posts seeking clients, business partners, or investors will be removed.
d. Users who own or are affiliated with a business may recommend their services or products if another user has asked and has asked within a month. You must identify yourself as being affiliated with the business.
Rule 3: Be as accurate and understanding as you can.
a. Please strive to ensure the information you are providing is correct to the best of your knowledge.
b. Do not mislead others.
c. Do not post false information on purpose.
Rule 4: Be considerate in negative situations
a. If you are posting or commenting about a negative topic, only explain the situation objectively & ask your question without names of communities, users, or admins. Message one of the admins if you’re unsure about posting something.
Rule 5: Share rants, political, or agenda-driven content elsewhere
a. No inflammatory or loaded language & questions or complaints. Politely & constructively suggest changes
b. Aim to be constructive & helpful.
Rule 6: Image Content
a. “Stereotypical” or bandwagon image posts are likely to be removed.
b. Screenshots are not sources of news and will be removed.
Rule 7: No Personal Info
a. Posts that display personal information such as address, license plate, or other identifiable information that is not otherwise publicly and freely available will be removed. This includes your own information.
Rule 8: Keep it Legal
a. Content that violates the law will be removed.
b. Sharing illegal photo/video content will result in an immediate ban.
Rule 9: Moderator Interactions
a. Posts about moderation will be removed. Please message an admin directly if you have questions about a mod decision.
b. Reposting content already removed by moderators is a serious offence and violation is subject to a permanent ban.
c. Please don’t disrespect the admins when messaging.