Community Guidelines & Enforcement Policy
Official Community Standards, Safety Rules, and Violation Enforcement Policy for Vynqo.
1. MISSION STATEMENT & SCOPE
At Vynqo, our objective is to provide a creative, safe, respectful, and authentic social space. These Community Guidelines define acceptable and prohibited conduct across all platform features, including public feeds, video reels, stories, comments, private messaging, audio/video calls, and nearby discovery.
Every user is required to abide by these rules. Failure to comply will result in automated and manual disciplinary penalties under our Enforcement Matrix.
2. CORE COMMUNITY STANDARDS
2.1. Respect & Anti-Harassment
- Harassment & Bullying: Unwanted contact, targeted intimidation, abusive insults, or persistent calling after being asked to stop is strictly prohibited.
- Hate Speech & Discrimination: Promoting violence, dehumanizing language, or hatred based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, caste, or disability is forbidden.
- Threats of Violence: Direct or indirect threats of physical violence, extortion, or blackmail will trigger immediate law enforcement referral.
2.2. Content Safety & Prohibited Media
- Adult & Sexually Explicit Content: Pornography, explicit nudity, non-consensual sexual media, and sexually suggestive material are strictly prohibited.
- Violence & Dangerous Acts: Depictions of graphic gore, animal cruelty, self-harm encouragement, or promotion of extremist organizations are banned.
- Regulated Goods: Buying, selling, or facilitating transactions for firearms, drugs, prescription medication, or counterfeit items is prohibited.
2.3. Authenticity & Integrity
- Impersonation: Creating misleading profiles pretending to represent another person, public figure, or brand with deceptive intent is prohibited.
- Scams & Fraud: Financial scams, fake investment schemes, phishing links, and deceptive contests are strictly forbidden.
- Spam & Artificial Engagement: Automated bot accounts, bulk messaging, or artificial engagement manipulation will be penalized.
2.4. Privacy & Anti-Doxxing
- Anti-Doxxing: Never publish private telephone numbers, physical addresses, bank details, identity cards, or private conversation screenshots without explicit consent.
- Location Privacy: Attempting to triangulate or spoof exact GPS coordinates of users through the Nearby feature is a severe violation.
2.5. Child Protection & Minor Safety
Vynqo enforces an absolute zero-tolerance policy against Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), grooming, sexual exploitation, or endangerment of minors. Detected violations trigger immediate permanent account termination, device hardware blacklisting, and reporting to legal authorities and NCMEC.
3. ENFORCEMENT MATRIX & PENALTIES
When a violation is detected or reported, our moderation system applies progressive disciplinary tiers:
| Enforcement Tier | Severity Level | Platform Action | Account Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1: Warning | First minor offense (minor spam, offensive comment) | Content removed + Formal in-app warning | 1 Strike logged on account |
| Tier 2: Restriction | Second offense or moderate harassment | Content removed + 24–72 hour feature lock | Calling, reel uploading & messaging disabled |
| Tier 3: Suspension | Repeated violations or severe harassment | Profile hidden + 7 to 30 days account lockout | Complete temporary access suspension |
| Tier 4: Termination | Zero-tolerance (CSAM, death threats, major fraud) | Immediate permanent wipe + Device & IP blacklist | Permanent account deletion; non-recoverable |
4. REPORTING MECHANISMS
Users are encouraged to report violations immediately:
- Report Content: Tap the three-dots menu (
...) on any post or reel > Select Report > Choose violation category. - Report User: Open the user's profile > Tap the menu > Select Report User or Block User.
- Urgent Safety Desk: Email our safety desk directly at safety@vynqo.app / safety@vynqo.prahlix.com.
5. APPEALS & DISPUTES
If you believe disciplinary action was taken on your account in error, you may submit a formal appeal to appeals@vynqo.app with your registered username and evidence. Appeals are reviewed within 48 business hours. Final decisions regarding zero-tolerance violations are non-negotiable.
Need to Report a Violation?
You can report any post or profile immediately inside the Android App, or email our 24/7 Safety & Trust Team.