Petside · Community
Community Guidelines
A simple, enforceable standard for everyone
What we’re building
Petside is designed for real, local connections across adoption, playdates, and community. These guidelines are deliberately practical: easy to understand, easy to enforce.
Respectful
Safe meetups
No scams
Honest profiles
Core rules
- Be kind: no harassment, hate, or threats.
- Be honest: accurate pet details, real photos, no impersonation.
- Be safe: public meetups first, don’t share sensitive info.
- No scams: no payment requests, deposits, or “shipping pets” schemes.
- Follow the law: illegal activity is not tolerated.
High-risk content
We remove and may ban for:
- Sexual content involving minors, exploitation, or grooming
- Violence or threats
- Hate speech or targeting protected groups
- Fraud, scams, or doxxing
Adoption & rehoming
- Be transparent about fees, medical needs, and temperament
- No bait-and-switch listings
- Prefer verified shelters/rescues when possible
- Use public meetups and written agreements
Reporting & enforcement
If something feels off, report it. Reports help protect the community. Repeated or severe violations can lead to permanent bans.
Notes
These guidelines are a living policy and may evolve as features ship (e.g., verified profiles, photo verification, inbox safety cues). We aim to keep them short and enforceable.
If you’re looking for legal terms, see Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.