Community Guidelines

Our Mission

PulseVibe is a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people to connect authentically. These guidelines help us maintain a community built on respect, consent, and honesty.

✅ What We Welcome

• Authentic profiles with real photos
• Respectful conversations and connections
• Open discussions about identity, relationships, and health
• Event invitations and community building
• Honest feedback to help us improve

❌ What's Not Allowed

Harassment & Hate Speech

• Racist, transphobic, or homophobic slurs
• Sexual harassment or unwanted advances
• Threatening or abusive language
• Targeted harassment campaigns

Catfishing & Fraud

• Fake profiles or stolen photos
• Scams or financial manipulation
• Impersonation
• Catfishing for catfishing's sake

Explicit & Non-Consensual Content

• Unsolicited explicit images
• Revenge porn or leaked private content
• Screenshot sharing without consent
• Outing people without permission

Illegal Activity

• Drug dealing or solicitation
• Sex work solicitation
• Human trafficking
• Any criminal activity

🛡️ Safety First

• Photo Verification: We verify that profile photos match reality
• AI Moderation: Scans for spam, hate speech, and explicit content
• Manual Review: Our team reviews reported content
• Block & Report: Tools to protect yourself from bad actors
• Privacy Controls: Hide your location, status, and health info

📋 How We Enforce

1. First Offense: Warning + suspension (24-72 hours)
2. Second Offense: Longer suspension (1-7 days)
3. Third Offense: Permanent ban
4. Severe Violations: Immediate permanent ban + law enforcement referral

🚨 Report Abuse

See something wrong? Report it:

• Use the "Report" button on any profile or message
• Email us: safety@pulsevibe.org
• All reports are confidential and investigated promptly

💙 Be Kind

Remember: real people are on the other side of the screen. Treat others the way you want to be treated. Let's build a community where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Last updated: June 2026