Community Guidelines

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Welcome to EduLand.

Our mission is to create a safe, positive, and student-focused space for adults (18+). These guidelines explain what behavior is expected and what is not tolerated.

By creating an account or using EduLand, you agree to follow these Community Guidelines and our Terms of Service. There is zero tolerance for objectionable content or abusive users.

EduLand is intended only for users who are 18 years or older. If you are under 18, you must not use this app.

Core Values

🎓 Educational – Support learning and student success
🤝 Respectful – Treat everyone with dignity and kindness
🔒 Safe – Protect privacy and well-being
✨ Inclusive – Welcome diversity and different perspectives
⚖️ Fair – Enforce rules consistently and transparently

Be Respectful

🤝 Treat others with kindness

Be polite and considerate in all interactions
Respect different opinions, backgrounds, and perspectives
Use inclusive and welcoming language
Assume good intentions and communicate constructively

🚫 No harassment or bullying

Do not attack, insult, belittle, or demean other users
Do not send unwanted or repeated messages (spamming DMs)
Do not engage in name-calling, slurs, or hate speech
Do not gang up on or “dogpile” someone
Do not share content intended to shame or humiliate others

🔒 Respect privacy

Do not share other people’s private information (doxxing)
Do not screenshot and share private conversations without consent
Do not post someone’s photos without their permission
Do not share real names, phone numbers, addresses, or identifying details without consent
Do not stalk or monitor someone’s activity obsessively

Stay Safe

🆔 Protect your identity

Use a username that does not reveal your real identity
Do not share your full name, phone number, home address, or exact school location publicly
Avoid sharing identifying details in photos (school uniforms, plates, clear landmarks)
Be careful what you share in group chats; information can spread quickly

👤 Block and mute abusive users

You can block or mute users who make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe
Blocking stops them from contacting you; use it whenever needed
You are encouraged to both block and report abusive accounts

⚠️ Report suspicious or harmful behavior

If someone makes you uncomfortable, block and report them immediately
Report any attempts at grooming, sexual advances, or inappropriate requests
Report scams, fraud, or phishing attempts
Trust your instincts — if something feels wrong, it probably is
You are never in trouble for making a good-faith report

🔐 Account security

Use a strong, unique password for your EduLand account
Never share your password with anyone
Log out on shared or public devices
Report compromised accounts to [email protected]

🚨 Meeting in person

Always meet in public, well-lit places (campus cafe, library, student center)
Tell a friend where you’re going or bring someone with you
Prefer daytime meetings when possible
If you feel unsafe at any time, leave immediately

Keep it Educational and Relevant

📚 On-topic discussions

Keep conversations relevant to student life, academics, and campus activities
Use features as intended:
- Chat – for conversations and discussion
- Marketplace – for buying/selling student items and services
- Events – for organizing or joining student activities

🤓 Help fellow students

Share knowledge, study tips, and resources
Be supportive and encouraging
Collaborate respectfully on academic projects
Celebrate each other’s progress and achievements

🚫 Academic integrity

Do not buy, sell, or share completed assignments or exam answers
Do not offer to complete coursework for others
You may share study notes, summaries, or general tutoring help (within your institution’s policies)

🚫 No spam or self-promotion

Do not post repetitive or irrelevant messages
Do not promote external businesses, products, or services unrelated to student life
Do not send unsolicited promotional messages or referral links
Marketplace listings for student items are OK; broad commercial advertising is not

Prohibited Content and Behavior (Zero Tolerance Areas)

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited and may result in immediate, permanent bans and, where required, reports to authorities.

Sexual Content (Zero Tolerance)

No sexual messages, images, videos, or GIFs
No sexting or requests for intimate photos
No sexual harassment, explicit flirting, or persistent sexual advances
No sharing or linking to pornographic content
No prostitution, escort services, or transactional sexual content

EduLand is not a dating or hookup app. Sexual content is not allowed even if all parties say they consent.

Child Safety (Zero Tolerance)

No child sexual abuse material (CSAM)
No grooming or predatory behavior toward minors
No requesting or sharing intimate content from anyone under 18
If we suspect involvement of a minor, we may:
- Permanently ban the account
- Report the incident to relevant authorities
- Preserve evidence as required

Hate Speech & Discrimination

No racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, or similar hate
No religious or cultural intolerance
No slurs, derogatory language, or hate symbols
No content that dehumanizes or attacks protected groups
No glorification of hate groups or extremist ideologies

Violence & Harm

No threats of violence, harm, or death
No content that glorifies or encourages violence
No encouragement of self-harm or suicide
No terrorist or extremist propaganda
No sharing methods for harming oneself or others

Illegal Activities

No promotion, sale, or distribution of illegal drugs or controlled substances
No sale or promotion of weapons or dangerous items
No hacking, doxxing, or cybercrime
No promotion of fraud or illegal financial schemes
No evading bans by creating new accounts

Scams & Fraud

No phishing, malware, or harmful links
No fake giveaways, contests, or prizes
No pyramid or “get rich quick” schemes
No impersonation or catfishing (pretending to be someone else)
No fake or misleading marketplace listings

Misinformation & Manipulation

Do not deliberately spread false information that can cause harm
Do not manipulate others through deception or fake identities
Do not use multiple fake accounts to distort discussions
Clearly label AI-generated or heavily edited content when relevant

Platform Abuse

Do not use bots, scrapers, or automated tools without written permission
Do not attempt to hack, reverse engineer, or disrupt the app
Do not create multiple accounts to harass users or evade bans
Do not exploit bugs or vulnerabilities (report them instead)
Do not attempt to access or use other users’ accounts

Marketplace Guidelines

When buying or selling in the Marketplace, always act honestly and safely.

Allowed Examples

Textbooks, course notes, and study materials
Electronics (laptops, calculators, accessories)
Furniture, dorm supplies, and student essentials
Clothing and accessories
Tickets to events at fair prices
Student-friendly services (tutoring, moving help, etc., within school policies)

Prohibited Examples

Drugs, drug paraphernalia, or controlled substances
Weapons, explosives, or dangerous items
Alcohol, tobacco, or vaping products
Stolen, counterfeit, or fraudulent goods
Completed assignments or exam answers
Adult content or services
Prescription medications
Hazardous or regulated materials

Best Practices

Be honest – describe condition and defects clearly
Use clear, real photos of your own item
Reply to messages within a reasonable time
Meet in safe, public locations and inspect before paying
Be respectful in negotiations

EduLand is not a party to any transaction. You are responsible for your own safety and for complying with local laws.

Event Guidelines

When creating or joining events:

Do

Provide accurate event details (date, time, location)
Choose safe, accessible, and legal venues
Be inclusive and avoid discriminatory criteria
Cancel or update events promptly if plans change
Follow campus rules and local laws

Do Not

Create fake or deceptive events
Use events purely for unrelated commercial promotion
Organize dangerous, illegal, or exclusionary activities
Host events that violate your institution’s rules

Group Chats

Special rules for groups:

Stay on topic and respect the group’s purpose
Do not spam or flood the chat
Respect moderators/admin decisions
Take personal conflicts to private messages if necessary
Ask before adding people to groups when appropriate
Use mute if a group is too active for you

Content Moderation, Filtering, and Tools

To keep EduLand safe, we use a combination of:

Automated filters and detection systems to reduce explicit, violent, or otherwise prohibited content
In-app reporting tools so users can flag problematic content, events, messages, and users
Block/mute tools so users can protect themselves from abusive behavior

Our Moderation Commitments

We review reported content and accounts and typically act within 24 hours
For serious violations (child safety, severe harassment, threats, etc.), we may act much faster
We may:
- Remove or hide content
- Limit features for a user (e.g., posting restrictions)
- Temporarily suspend or permanently ban accounts
- Preserve logs and evidence for legal purposes
- Report illegal content or behavior to relevant authorities when required

We do not monitor all private messages in real time, but we may review content that is reported to us or required for safety and legal compliance.

Reporting

If you see content or behavior that violates these guidelines, please report it.

You are never penalized for making a good-faith report.

How to Report

Use in-app reporting options where available (for messages, profiles, posts, events, and listings)
Or email us at [email protected] with details and screenshots if needed

What Happens After You Report

We review the report (usually within 4–24 hours, always aiming to act within 24 hours)
We investigate and evaluate the content or account
We take appropriate action (warning, restriction, suspension, or permanent ban)
We may notify you that action was taken, where permitted

All reports are handled confidentially. The reported user will not be told who reported them.

Enforcement and Consequences

We apply these rules fairly and consistently.

Minor Violations (e.g., mild spam, off-topic posts)

1st: Warning
2nd: Temporary suspension (e.g., 7 days)
3rd: Longer suspension (e.g., 30 days)
4th: Permanent ban

Moderate Violations (e.g., harassment, marketplace abuse)

1st: Suspension (e.g., 7–30 days)
2nd: Permanent ban

Serious Violations (e.g., sexual content, child safety, threats, severe hate speech, illegal activity)

Immediate permanent ban
Possible report to law enforcement or relevant authorities
No warnings and no appeal in the most serious cases

Creating new accounts to avoid bans is prohibited and can result in device or IP-level blocking where technically feasible.

Appeals

If you think a moderation decision about your account was a mistake:

Email [email protected] with the subject line:
Appeal: [Your Username]
Include:
- Your username
- Date of the action
- A brief explanation of why you believe the decision was incorrect
Be factual and respectful

We aim to review appeals within 7 business days. Some bans (especially for child safety, severe harassment, or illegal activity) may not be reversible.

Additional Resources

Privacy Policy: /privacy-policy
Terms of Service: /terms-of-service
Support Email: [email protected]
Website: https://eduland.app

Crisis Resources

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.

Final Notes

By using EduLand, you agree to:

Follow these Community Guidelines
Respect other users and keep the environment safe
Accept that EduLand may remove content or accounts that violate these rules

These guidelines supplement our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. We may update them at any time to improve safety, comply with law, or respond to new risks.

Thank you for helping us keep EduLand safe, respectful, and student-focused.