Community Guidelines

Why do we need community guidelines for an erudite, witty bunch such as you?

Well, people are full of surprises. Yeah, you probably do get it. But in the interest of creating a dynamic yet civil community, we've created Community Guidelines just to make sure everyone gets it. Got it?

For example, lively - even heated - intellectual and ideological discourse is encouraged. However, we don't want anyone to write anything that we interpret as malicious or prejudiced against any group based on race, nationality, sexual orientation (we prefer North), religious beliefs, repellant musical taste and so on. Unless of course they like Velvet Revolver, in which case, say anything you want.

We think you know how to have a heated discussion, not one that's inflamed; that you can appreciate a spectrum of opinions, but know when you've gone too far; that it's okay on here to ask for moral support, but not child support. But we want to be sure.

And as you're participating in the SheZoom Community, we'd love your feedback on these Guidelines as the community evolves. So feel free to drop us a line.


Say It Loud, Say It Proud, but Say it With Respect.
We encourage women of all backgrounds to participate on SheZoom and, as a result, we invite just as diverse a range of opinions. It's dead boring if everyone has the same point of view. But honor that. Please don't threaten or gang up on follow Members, no matter how alien they seem to you. Even if they really sound like an idiot - be diplomatic. Maybe you'll learn something. Better, maybe they'll learn something.

Avoid Creating Legal Unease.
To begin with, just being courteous will keep you out of trouble. Really! If you display disrespectful behavior or engage in any part of that risky triumvirate of distaste - harassment, defamation and libel - SheZoom reserves the right to remove your Comment or Video from the site. In some cases, SheZoom may also close your account. And short-sheet your bed. Or anonymously order pizzas and send them to your house.

Share Your Porn With Your Significant Other, Not Us.
Maybe you've been wondering what to do with that special video you made in college with your ex. While we'd love to hear all about how spiritual and artistic it all was, we'd like you to share your insights in a way that won't embarrass you. No, really, in this case it will. So please don't submit pornography or nudity. Yeah, I know, damn. But we bet your current squeeze would love to see it, though.

Zero Intolerance Tolerance.
The use of stereotyping, hate speech or slurs is completely inappropriate on this site. SheZoom will remove all of this type of material and may also close accounts of Members who violate this Guideline. We also have absolutely no sense of humor about this. It's not funny.

Mum's the Word.
Like your mother told you: Don't give your name to strangers. Or your address. Or your phone number. The same goes for online, even with Members you think you know. Just think of all those serial killers the neighbors thought were so nice and polite. Don't give out other people's contact info either. Like, not ever.

Sharing is OK, but No Borrowing.
Remember, in the '80s, when you wanted to practice Flashdancing, how irate your dad got when you ripped the neck off his favorite black sweatshirt? Multiply by ten. Now you feel the scorn of a writer, an artist, a videographer or a filmmaker when you upload their work to SheZoom. You're not doing the world a favor by spreading the word; it's just plain tacky. We actively screen for this stuff, but we'd prefer if you just keep your nose clean and for heaven's sake, be original.

SPAM: Eat Your Words.
We all hate getting the same promotional message repeatedly.
We all hate getting the same promotional message repeatedly.
We all hate getting the same promotional message repeatedly.
Ok, you get the point. Don't use the Comments areas, Blogs or Videos to bombard SheZoom Members with, um, the same promotional message repeatedly. We hate that.

Scooper Pooper: Shhhh.
It feels good to have the inside scoop, but if you tend to be a blabbermouth - you know who you are - juicy trade secrets and other confidential information may not appear on SheZoom.

Don't Even Think About It.
We'll keep this brief: No images of abortions or fetuses, unless they're sonograms.

All Out of Tiny Violins: No Spare Change, Thanks.
Yes, we all need a little help from our friends, but use forums (fora? Forii?) other than SheZoom. We're sorry you're having trouble cashing that check from your bank in Nairobi, but we do not allow Members to solicit payments or gifts. Start your own website; ditch your shoes and hang out on Haight Street; write to Oprah, for heaven's sake. Please do not give anyone money here if you're asked, either, well, except by us or legitimate advertisers And definitely do not volunteer financial information. But you knew that.

Dangerous and Disturbing? Keep it to Yourself.
If you're looking to post creepy videos of mutilation (ick), abuse (ew) or other disturbing imagery (yuck), look elsewhere. Don't post gory and/or illegal material to the site. We're eating.

Men Welcome. Cheeseballs Go Away.
Your boyfriend or husband - or whatever - may be wondering what you're up to on SheZoom. Maybe he'll register. Leave a comment. Upload a video telling everyone Ten Reasons Why He Loves You. Well, awesome. We dig these men in our community. However, if what you've got there is a gen-u-wine Cheeseball - you know, a guy who posts tired come-ons, or thinks pictures of his personal equipment are actually interesting - please report them. SheZoom will take appropriate action with men (and, for that matter, women) who violate this Guideline.

The Removal Crew: It's SheZoom.
You flag it, we'll check it out. But please understand, it's our party and we'll bounce who we want to. That means the bottom line (literally) is SheZoom determines what's removed from the site. Here it comes: The Company closes the accounts of those who violate these Community Guidelines, our Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy or violate the spirit of SheZoom.