Community Guidelines

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Sniped is built on the idea that real friendships happen in person. Our mission is to help you connect with friends in the real world, not just through screens. To make that happen, we need everyone to create a safe, respectful, and authentic community.

These Community Guidelines explain what we expect from everyone who uses Sniped. By using our app, you agree to follow these guidelines.

Our Core Values

  • Be Real. Be yourself. Authenticity is what makes real connections happen.
  • Be Kind. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
  • Be Safe. Look out for yourself and your friends.
  • Be Respectful. Everyone deserves to feel welcome and valued.

What's Not Allowed

1. Safety First

We do not allow:

  • Content or behavior that endangers minors in any way
  • Threats of violence or harm against anyone
  • Self-harm or suicide promotion
  • Sharing others' private information without consent (doxxing)
  • Stalking, following, or harassing others
  • Coordinating dangerous activities or stunts

Location Safety:

  • Never share your location with people you don't know and trust
  • Don't pressure others to share their location
  • Don't use location features to stalk or harass anyone
  • Be smart about meetup locations: choose public, safe places

2. Respect Others

We do not allow:

  • Bullying, harassment, or intimidation
  • Hateful content targeting people based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
  • Discriminatory content or slurs
  • Sexual harassment or unwanted advances
  • Impersonation of others
  • Spreading false information about others

3. Keep It Legal

We do not allow:

  • Illegal activities or content
  • Promotion of violence or terrorism
  • Sale or promotion of drugs, weapons, or other regulated goods
  • Fraud, scams, or deceptive practices
  • Copyright or trademark infringement
  • Sharing or soliciting sexually explicit content involving minors (this results in immediate account termination and reporting to authorities)

4. Authentic Community

We do not allow:

  • Fake accounts or impersonation
  • Bots or automated accounts
  • Spam or misleading content
  • Commercial activity without permission
  • Manipulating or artificially inflating engagement
  • Creating multiple accounts to evade bans

5. Appropriate Content

We do not allow:

  • Sexually explicit or pornographic content
  • Graphic violence or gore
  • Content that glorifies dangerous or illegal activities
  • Content designed to shock or disgust

What We Encourage

  • Real Connections: Use Sniped to make plans, meet up with friends, and create memories together.
  • Positive Vibes: Share moments that make your friends smile. Celebrate each other.
  • Inclusivity: Welcome new friends into your circle. Everyone deserves to belong.
  • Authenticity: Share real moments, not just the highlights. That's what real friendship is about.
  • Safety Awareness: Look out for your friends. If you see something concerning, report it.

Reporting & Blocking

If You See Something, Say Something

Report content or users that violate these guidelines:

  • Tap the three dots on any post or profile
  • Select "Report"
  • Choose the reason

We'll review all reports and take action when needed

Block users if needed:

  • Blocking prevents someone from seeing your location, content, or contacting you
  • They won't be notified when you block them
  • You can unblock users anytime in your settings

What Happens After a Report

  • Our team reviews every report
  • We may remove content, issue warnings, or suspend accounts
  • In serious cases (threats, illegal content, child safety), we may contact authorities

You can appeal our decisions by contacting us

Enforcement

We take violations seriously. Depending on the severity and frequency:

  • First-time minor violations: Warning or temporary restriction
  • Repeated violations: Temporary suspension (7-30 days)
  • Serious violations: Permanent account suspension
  • Severe violations (child safety, violence, illegal activity): Immediate permanent suspension and potential law enforcement notification

Special Notes on Location Features

Since location is central to Sniped:

Your Privacy, Your Control:

  • Only you decide who sees your location
  • You can turn location sharing on or off anytime
  • You can see exactly who has access to your location
  • Remove access for any friend instantly

Use Location Responsibly:

  • Don't misuse location features to track, stalk, or harass
  • Don't pressure friends to share their location
  • Be honest about where you are
  • Think before you share: once friends know where you are, they know where you are

Stay Safe IRL:

  • Meet in public, well-lit places
  • Let someone know where you're going
  • Trust your instincts: if something feels off, it probably is
  • You're never obligated to meet up with anyone

Your Safety Matters

If you ever feel unsafe, whether online or in person, please:

  • Remove or block the person immediately
  • Report them through the app
  • Contact local authorities if you're in immediate danger
  • Reach out to a trusted adult or friend

Crisis Resources:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

Building Something Better Together

These guidelines help us create the kind of community we all want to be part of: one where real friendships can grow and everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.

Research shows that despite social media's promise to connect us, young people today feel more isolated and find it harder to make real friends. We're building Sniped to change that. By bringing people together in the real world, we're working to make social media actually social again.

Thanks for doing your part to make Sniped a positive place.

Questions?

Reach out anytime


These Community Guidelines may be updated as Sniped grows and evolves. We'll notify you of significant changes.