Community Guidelines

Content Guidelines

1. Accuracy and Verifiability

• Base all content on reliable, published sources.
• Provide citations for claims and factual statements.
• Avoid original research or personal opinions.
• Present information from authoritative sources.

2. Neutral Point of View

• Present information without bias or personal perspective.
• Represent all significant viewpoints fairly.
• Avoid advocacy, propaganda, or promotional content.
• Use balanced language that doesn't favor one perspective.

3. Copyright and Intellectual Property

• Only add content you have the right to contribute.
• Do not copy content directly from other sources without proper attribution and permission.
• Respect copyright laws and intellectual property rights.
• Use public domain or freely licensed images.

4. Article Structure and Quality

• Organize content in a logical, hierarchical structure.
• Write clearly and concisely.
• Use proper grammar and spelling.
• Cover topics comprehensively but avoid unnecessary detail.

Community Conduct

1. Respectful Communication

• Be civil and polite in all interactions.
• Assume good faith from other contributors.
• Avoid personal attacks, insults, or harassment.
• Address content, not contributors.

2. Collaborative Editing

• Discuss significant changes before implementing them.
• Be open to constructive criticism and feedback.
• Work through disagreements with civil discussion.
• Respect consensus and community decisions.

3. Conflict Resolution

• Address conflicts directly with the involved parties first.
• If direct resolution fails, seek community input.
• Follow established dispute resolution processes.
• Accept mediation when necessary.

Prohibited Activities

The following actions are prohibited on Wepedia:

• Vandalism or deliberately damaging content
• Harassment, intimidation, or threats against other users
• Creating multiple accounts to evade blocks or manipulate consensus
• Posting private information about others without consent
• Spamming, advertising, or promotional content
• Deliberate misinformation or hoaxes
• Advocacy for illegal activities or content that violates laws