WPlace.live has established a comprehensive set of community rules designed to maintain a positive, constructive, and respectful collaborative environment. These guidelines ensure that the platform remains a space where millions of users can create, share, and appreciate pixel art together harmoniously.

🎯 Core Philosophy

WPlace operates on the fundamental principle of collaborative creativity. The rules are designed to foster positive interactions, protect artistic expression, and maintain a welcoming environment for users of all backgrounds and skill levels.

πŸ’‘ Key Principle: "Your creative freedom should enhance, not diminish, the collaborative experience for everyone."

The Five Core Rules of WPlace

1

No Malicious Defacement

What this means: Users are prohibited from randomly painting over existing artwork with the sole intention of causing disruption or destruction.

βœ… Acceptable Behavior:

  • β€’ Painting over art to create something new and meaningful
  • β€’ Collaboratively building upon existing designs
  • β€’ Correcting or improving artwork with artistic intent
  • β€’ Creating complementary art that enhances the overall canvas

❌ Prohibited Behavior:

  • β€’ Random color placement with no artistic purpose
  • β€’ Systematic destruction of completed artworks ("griefing")
  • β€’ Using bots solely to vandalize others' creations
  • β€’ Creating chaos patterns designed to disrupt the canvas
2

Keep Content Appropriate

What this means: All content on WPlace must adhere to community standards for appropriate, respectful, and inclusive material.

🚫 Prohibited Content:

  • β€’ Hate speech or discriminatory symbols
  • β€’ Sexually explicit or suggestive material
  • β€’ Violent or graphic imagery
  • β€’ Harassment or targeted attacks
  • β€’ Inappropriate external links

βœ… Encouraged Content:

  • β€’ Creative and artistic expressions
  • β€’ Positive community messages
  • β€’ Cultural celebrations and symbols
  • β€’ Educational or informational art
  • β€’ Collaborative community projects
3

Protect Personal Information

What this means: Users must respect privacy and never share personal information about other users without explicit consent.

πŸ”’ Privacy Protection Guidelines:

Never Share:
  • β€’ Real names or personal identities
  • β€’ Contact information (phone, email, address)
  • β€’ Social media profiles or accounts
  • β€’ Location or workplace information
  • β€’ Financial or personal details
Always Remember:
  • β€’ Respect others' anonymity choices
  • β€’ Report doxxing attempts immediately
  • β€’ Protect your own information too
  • β€’ Use only public usernames/handles
  • β€’ Respect privacy in all communications
4

Be Respectful

What this means: Maintain a respectful, civil tone in all interactions. Threats, intimidation, and aggressive behavior are strictly prohibited.

🀝 Respectful Communication:

Positive Interactions:
  • β€’ Constructive feedback on artwork
  • β€’ Collaborative planning discussions
  • β€’ Celebrating others' achievements
  • β€’ Offering help and guidance
  • β€’ Resolving conflicts peacefully
Prohibited Behaviors:
  • β€’ Threats or intimidation
  • β€’ Personal attacks or insults
  • β€’ Harassment campaigns
  • β€’ Discriminatory language
  • β€’ Aggressive or hostile communication
5

Be Truthful & Act with Integrity

What this means: Users should be honest in their actions and communications. Deception, fraud, and manipulation undermine the collaborative spirit of the platform.

🎯 Integrity Guidelines:

Honest Behavior:
  • β€’ Accurate representation of your work
  • β€’ Transparent communication about goals
  • β€’ Honest collaboration with other users
  • β€’ Fair use of platform resources
  • β€’ Authentic community participation
Avoid These:
  • β€’ False claims about artwork ownership
  • β€’ Deceptive coordination tactics
  • β€’ Manipulation of community votes
  • β€’ Impersonation of other users
  • β€’ Spreading false information

Special Considerations & Platform Culture

πŸ›οΈ Political Content Policy

WPlace has a unique approach to political content that reflects the platform's values and community dynamics:

Notable Policy:

Political Flag Rule: The platform explicitly allows "griefing" (defacing) of political party flags and politician portraits, reflecting a stance that political symbols are fair game for artistic commentary and modification.

This exception to the anti-griefing rule demonstrates WPlace's commitment to free expression and political discourse, while maintaining protection for non-political artistic works.

🎨 Understanding "Constructive Overpainting"

One of WPlace's most nuanced concepts is the distinction between malicious defacement and constructive artistic collaboration:

βœ… Constructive Overpainting

  • β€’ Adding details to enhance existing art
  • β€’ Creating collaborative crossovers
  • β€’ Building themed areas with cohesive design
  • β€’ Improving or correcting artistic elements
  • β€’ Creating meaningful artistic dialogue

❌ Malicious Defacement

  • β€’ Random pixel placement without purpose
  • β€’ Systematic destruction of completed works
  • β€’ Creating visual noise or chaos
  • β€’ Targeting specific users or communities
  • β€’ Using automation solely for disruption

Enforcement & Community Moderation

πŸ›‘οΈ How Rules Are Enforced

Automated Systems

  • β€’ Pattern detection for malicious behavior
  • β€’ Content filtering for inappropriate material
  • β€’ Anti-spam and anti-bot measures
  • β€’ Automated flagging of violations

Human Moderation

  • β€’ Community volunteer moderators
  • β€’ Platform staff oversight
  • β€’ User reporting systems
  • β€’ Appeal and review processes

βš–οΈ Consequences & Penalties

Progressive Enforcement System

Warning
First offense
Timeout
Temporary restriction
Suspension
Days to weeks
Permanent Ban
Severe violations

Best Practices for Community Participation

🌟 How to Be a Positive Community Member

Creative Collaboration

  • β€’ Plan collaborative projects with other users
  • β€’ Respect existing artwork and build thoughtfully
  • β€’ Share techniques and tips with newcomers
  • β€’ Participate in community events and challenges
  • β€’ Document and celebrate community achievements

Community Support

  • β€’ Help moderate and report rule violations
  • β€’ Welcome and assist new community members
  • β€’ Promote positive community initiatives
  • β€’ Resolve conflicts through peaceful dialogue
  • β€’ Contribute to community knowledge and resources

πŸ“‹ Quick Reference: Rule Checklist

Before You Place That Pixel, Ask Yourself:

βœ“Am I adding something constructive to the canvas?
βœ“Is my content appropriate for all audiences?
βœ“Am I respecting other users' work and privacy?
βœ“Am I being honest and respectful in my actions?
βœ“Will this contribute positively to the community?

🀝 Building a Better WPlace Together

WPlace's community rules exist to ensure that this incredible collaborative canvas remains a space where creativity flourishes, respect prevails, and millions of users can come together to create something beautiful and meaningful.

Remember: Every pixel you place is part of a shared human experience. Make it count, make it respectful, and make it something the community can be proud of.

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