Community Rules & Guidelines

Welcome to Study Van! These guidelines help us maintain a safe, supportive, and productive learning environment for everyone.

🙌🏼 Community Guidelines

Building a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Be Kind & Respectful

Treat everyone with kindness, respect, and empathy. We're all here to learn and grow together.

Embrace Diversity

Welcome learners from all backgrounds, cultures, and skill levels. Diversity makes us stronger.

Support Each Other

Help fellow students, share knowledge, and celebrate each other's achievements and progress.

Stay Constructive

Provide helpful feedback and constructive criticism. Focus on solutions, not problems.

📝 General Rules

Essential guidelines for all Study Van activities

Age Requirement

Users must be at least 16 years old. Users under 18 need parental consent to participate.

No Inappropriate Content

Avoid sharing offensive, explicit, or inappropriate content. Keep all interactions study-focused.

Accurate Information

Share accurate information and cite sources when helping others with academic content.

Respect Privacy

Don't share personal information or ask others for private details like addresses or phone numbers.

💬 Group Chat & Buddy Chat Rules

Guidelines for messaging and communication

Stay On Topic

Keep group chats focused on study-related discussions. Use buddy chats for casual conversations.

No Spam or Flooding

Avoid sending multiple messages rapidly or repeating the same content unnecessarily.

Use Clear Language

Write clearly and avoid excessive use of slang, abbreviations, or all caps text.

Be Patient

Give others time to respond. Not everyone is online 24/7 or in the same timezone.

🎥 Video Huddle Etiquette

Best practices for video study sessions

Camera & Audio

Keep your camera on when possible and audio will be always muted.

Appropriate Environment

Choose a quiet, well-lit space with an appropriate background for video calls.

🛡️ Staying Safe: Blocking & Reporting

Tools and guidelines to keep yourself safe

Block Inappropriate Users

Use the block feature immediately if someone makes you uncomfortable or violates community rules.

Report Violations

Report users who break rules, share inappropriate content, or engage in harmful behavior.

Trust Your Instincts

If something feels wrong or makes you uncomfortable, trust your instincts and seek help.

Seek Support

Contact our support team if you experience harassment, bullying, or any safety concerns.

Thank You for Being Part of Our Community!

By following these guidelines, you help create a positive and productive learning environment for everyone. Together, we can build an amazing study community!