Live Stream Rules
- Respect and Civility: Treat all viewers, fellow streamers, and platform staff with respect and civility. Harassment, insults, or discrimination will not be tolerated.
- Privacy Protection: Do not share personal information about yourself or others without consent. This includes addresses, phone numbers, and other sensitive data.
- Content Legality: Ensure all content adheres to legal standards. No illegal activities, including piracy, hacking, or distribution of illegal substances, are permitted.
- Appropriate Language: Use appropriate language suitable for your audience. Avoid excessive profanity and offensive terms.
- Copyright Compliance: Do not use copyrighted material, such as music, videos, or images, without proper authorization. This includes background music and video clips.
- Adherence to Platform Guidelines: Follow all specific guidelines and policies of the streaming platform. This includes content restrictions, community standards, and terms of service.
- Advertising and Promotion: Avoid excessive or misleading advertisements. Clearly disclose any sponsored content or product placements.
- Technical Quality: Stream at a resolution and bitrate that provides a smooth and high-quality viewing experience. Ensure your internet connection is stable to prevent interruptions.
- Moderation and Spam Control: Use moderation tools to manage chat and prevent spam. Assign trusted moderators if necessary to enforce chat rules and handle disruptive behavior.
- Engagement with Viewers: Engage with your audience in a positive and interactive manner. Avoid ignoring questions or comments, and address viewers respectfully.
- Protection of Accounts: Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication for all your streaming and social media accounts to prevent unauthorized access.
- Reporting Issues: Report any technical issues, inappropriate content, or violations of rules to platform support immediately. Do not attempt to handle serious issues on your own.
- No Personal Attacks: Avoid personal attacks or derogatory comments about individuals. Focus on constructive criticism and positive interactions.
- Content Relevance: Ensure that the content of your stream is relevant to the stream's theme and audience expectations. Avoid deviating too far from the intended topic.
- Clear Sponsorship Disclosure: If you have any sponsored content or promotions, disclose this information clearly to your viewers to maintain transparency.
- User Safety: Implement measures to protect user safety. This includes not exposing personal information, avoiding potentially harmful content, and maintaining a safe streaming environment.
- Handling Disputes: Address any disputes or conflicts in a professional manner. Seek to resolve issues amicably and involve platform support if necessary.
- Compliance with Local Laws: Adhere to local laws and regulations regarding streaming, including age restrictions and content regulations specific to your region.
- Avoiding Clickbait: Avoid using misleading titles or thumbnails to attract viewers. Ensure that the content of your stream matches what is promised.
- Content Review and Editing: Regularly review and edit your stream content as needed to ensure it meets quality and compliance standards. Remove any inappropriate or offensive material promptly.
- No Impersonation: Do not impersonate other individuals, including streamers, platform staff, or public figures. Clearly identify yourself and do not mislead viewers about your identity or affiliations.
- No Exploitation of Vulnerable Individuals: Avoid exploiting vulnerable individuals or groups for personal gain or entertainment. This includes individuals who are in distress or situations that could be deemed sensitive.
- Health and Safety: Prioritize your health and safety during live streams. Do not engage in or encourage dangerous behavior or stunts. Ensure that your streaming setup is safe and does not pose any risk to you or others.
- Clear and Honest Titles: Use clear and honest titles and descriptions for your streams. Avoid clickbait tactics or misleading information that could deceive viewers about the content of the stream.
- Respect for Platform Moderators: Respect the decisions and authority of platform moderators and staff. Follow their guidance and instructions during your stream, and address any issues they raise in a constructive manner.
- No Political or Religious Extremism: Avoid discussing or promoting extreme political or religious views that could lead to divisive or harmful conversations. Strive to maintain a neutral and inclusive environment.
- Privacy of Others: Do not share or expose personal information of others without their consent. This includes addresses, phone numbers, or any other private details that could infringe on someone’s privacy.
- Compliance with Laws and Regulations: Adhere to all local, national, and international laws and regulations that apply to your live streaming activities. Ensure that your content does not violate any legal requirements.
- Monetization Transparency: If you are monetizing your stream, clearly disclose any sponsored content or advertisements. Ensure that viewers are aware of any commercial aspects of the stream.
- No Excessive Self-Promotion: Avoid excessive self-promotion or spam during your stream. Keep promotional content relevant and respectful to the audience, and do not overwhelm viewers with constant advertisements or self-promotional messages.