Community Guidelines
Our guidelines help create a safe, respectful, and constructive environment for everyone in the Verdict community.
Our Community Values
Constructive Feedback
We provide honest, helpful feedback that empowers users to improve and grow.
Mutual Respect
We treat all community members with dignity, kindness, and understanding.
Safe Environment
We maintain a welcoming space where everyone feels safe to share and learn.
Content Guidelines
What We Encourage
- Honest, constructive feedback that helps users improve
- Clear, appropriate photos for dating profiles, headshots, and style advice
- Written content seeking genuine feedback and improvement
- Respectful discussions about appearance, style, and personal choices
- Specific questions that help judges provide targeted advice
Prohibited Content
- Nudity or sexually explicit content - This includes partial nudity, suggestive poses, or sexual content
- Content involving minors - Any content featuring individuals under 18 years old
- Harassment or bullying - Personal attacks, insults, or deliberately hurtful comments
- Discriminatory content - Content based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics
- Spam or promotional content - Advertising, self-promotion, or repetitive content
- Violent or threatening content - Content depicting violence, threats, or harmful activities
Feedback Standards
✓ Constructive Feedback
Example: "The lighting in this photo makes it hard to see your features clearly. Try taking photos near a window during the day for better natural lighting."
- • Specific and actionable
- • Focuses on improvements
- • Respectful tone
- • Explains the reasoning
✗ Unhelpful Feedback
Example: "You look terrible. This photo is awful and you should give up."
- • Purely negative
- • No actionable advice
- • Personal attacks
- • Discouraging tone
Tips for Quality Feedback
- • Start with something positive when possible
- • Be specific about what could be improved and how
- • Consider the person's goals and context
- • Use "I" statements ("I think..." rather than "You are...")
- • Focus on changeable aspects rather than inherent traits
Judge Guidelines
Professional Standards
- Provide thoughtful, detailed feedback that takes time and consideration
- Respond to verdict requests within 24 hours when possible
- Maintain objectivity and avoid personal bias
- Respect user privacy and confidentiality
- Disclose any potential conflicts of interest
Quality Expectations
High-quality feedback should include:
- • Clear assessment of the submitted content
- • Specific suggestions for improvement
- • Explanation of reasoning behind recommendations
- • Encouragement and positive reinforcement where appropriate
- • Professional and respectful tone throughout
Safety and Privacy
Protecting Your Privacy
- Never share personal information like addresses, phone numbers, or social media handles
- Avoid identifying information in photos (name tags, license plates, etc.)
- Be cautious about sharing location-specific information
- Report any attempts to solicit personal information
Staying Safe
- Trust your instincts if something feels inappropriate
- Report suspicious behavior or concerning content immediately
- Never agree to meet users from the platform in person
- Keep all interactions within the Verdict platform
Reporting and Enforcement
How to Report Issues
If you encounter content or behavior that violates our guidelines:
- • Use the "Report" button on any content or profile
- • Contact our support team at support@verdict.com
- • Provide as much detail as possible about the violation
- • Include screenshots if helpful (remove personal information)
Enforcement Actions
Violations may result in:
Warning
First-time minor violations
Temporary Suspension
Repeated or moderate violations
Permanent Ban
Severe or repeated violations
Appeals Process
If you believe enforcement action was taken in error, you can appeal by contacting support@verdict.com within 30 days. Include your username and details about why you believe the action was incorrect.
Building a Better Community
How You Can Help
- Lead by example with respectful behavior
- Provide constructive, helpful feedback
- Report violations when you see them
- Welcome new community members
- Share feedback about community improvements
- Encourage others to follow guidelines
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about these community guidelines or need to report an issue:
Email: support@verdict.com
Community Team: community@verdict.com
Safety Issues: safety@verdict.com
Our Commitment to You
We're committed to maintaining a safe, supportive community where everyone can get honest, constructive feedback. These guidelines help us create an environment where users feel comfortable sharing and judges can provide their best insights.
Thank you for being part of the Verdict community!