Soma Content & Conduct Policy
Last Updated: Sep 1, 2025
This whole document will boil down to: BE ORIGINAL. BE CREATIVE. BE KIND
At Soma, our mission is to create a vibrant, safe, and respectful space where readers and writers connect, share stories, and grow together. To keep our community thriving, we’ve established the following Content & Conduct Policy. By using Soma, you agree to follow these guidelines.
1. Respect All Members
We celebrate diversity and welcome people from all walks of life. This means:
- No hate speech, discrimination, harassment, extremist religious views or personal attacks.
- Respect different opinions and creative expressions.
- Avoid inflammatory or offensive language that could make others feel unwelcome.
2. Share Original or Rightfully-Owned Content
We value creativity and intellectual property. You should:
- Only post content you created yourself or have permission to share.
- Give credit where it’s due — if you’re quoting, referencing, or adapting work, acknowledge the source.
- Avoid plagiarism, piracy, or any unauthorized reproduction of copyrighted material.
WE NEED TO INSIST ON THIS. IF YOU POST SOMEBODY ELSE’S MATERIAL, YOU WILL BE FULLY RESPONSIBLE AND WILL BEAR ANY LEGAL REPERCUSION THAT WILL ARISE FROM THAT!
3. Keep it Safe for All Readers
While Soma is a space for freedom of expression, we draw a clear line at harmful or exploitative content:
- No explicit sexual content involving minors, glorification of violence, or promotion of dangerous acts that aim at degrading life.
- Sensitive themes (e.g., self-harm, abuse) must be handled responsibly and with clear content warnings.
- No spam, scams, or misleading information intended to deceive.
4. Stay Relevant and Engaging
We want Soma to be a hub for meaningful stories and discussions. Please:
- Avoid repetitive or irrelevant posts that clutter the platform. BE ORIGINAL. BE CREATIVE. BE KIND
- Keep discussions on-topic in community areas.
- Focus on adding value — whether you’re writing, commenting, or sharing resources.
5. Protect Your Privacy and That of Others
Your safety matters. That’s why we ask you to:
- Avoid sharing personal contact information publicly.
- Never post private details about other members without their explicit consent.
- Use direct messaging responsibly and respectfully. (COMING SOON!)
6. Follow the Law
Soma is an open platform, but it’s also bound by local and international laws:
- No posting or promoting illegal content, products, or services.Consult your respective constitution.
- Respect copyright, trademark, and other legal rights.
- Cooperate with Soma moderation if a legal issue arises.
Enforcement & Moderation
Our moderation team may remove content, suspend accounts, or take other actions if this policy is violated. Serious or repeated violations may lead to permanent removal from Soma.
We reserve the right to update this policy at any time to reflect changes in community needs or legal requirements.
Let’s Keep Soma Amazing
Every post, comment, and interaction shapes the kind of community Soma will become. Together, we can make it a place where creativity flourishes, readers feel inspired, and writers are supported.
If you spot any content or behavior that violates this policy, please report it to us immediately at legal@somaapp.app.