With images moderation will err on the side of caution to prevent illegal content and NSFW images from being uploaded, however, with text moderation will err on the side of permissiveness in order to keep discussion as open as possible within the rules, especially with the more subjective rules.
Global
- No illegal content [immediate ban]
- No spamming [immediate ban]
- No ban evasion [immediate ban]
- No nsfw images
- No promoting extreme illegal activity (terrorism, ect)
- No posting intentionally deceptive research/information
- No disruptive/harassing behavior
- No promoting hatred on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, or sexuality
- No promoting imperialism
- No persistent shilling/using posts as blatant advertising for commercial products or services
Forum
- Restrict discussion on meta site issues and moderation to meta boards
- Restrict discussion not related to political economy to the random board.
Posts
- Please include author, title and date where possible when citing other work, articles, blogs, ect so that the information can be found if links break
- Please use the WordPress code blocks and/or a link to GitHub to include code when posting about a simulation along with a description of how the code works
FAQ
Q: I can see the WP Admin dashboard when I log in, is that intentional?
A: Yes, this allows you to make your own blog posts.
Q: How do I make blog posts?
A: When you are logged in either press the plus in the admin bar at the top of the site and select post, or go to the admin portal by clicking on “Casper Forum” on the top of the site when logged in, and go to the posts section on the dashboard.
Q: Can admins/mods see images I upload to the media library but do not post?
A: Yes, the admin and mods can see all the images uploaded to the media library so to allow them to delete illegal content uploaded to the server. If you upload illegal content or spam uploads to the media library you will be banned.
Q: How secure is the site messaging system?
A: The private message system is run using the Better Messages wordpress plugin. They aren’t encrypted, so please use a secure messaging app like signal if you are discussing anything sensitive.
Q: How do I turn on darkmode?
A: Click on the fire icon button in the bottom left-hand corner. Click it again to return to lightmode.