Soldered Community Rules of Conduct

1. Be Respectful and Inclusive

• Treat all members with respect, regardless of their experience level, background, or opinions.
• Discriminatory, abusive, or hateful language or behavior will not be tolerated.
• Avoid harassment of any kind—this includes stalking, threats, and unwelcome personal attention.

2. Stay On-Topic

• Use the appropriate sections of the community:
  • Makers Community: For sharing projects, ideas, and discussions about electronics and making.
  • Soldered Technical Support: For seeking help or guidance with Soldered products.
• Irrelevant or off-topic posts may be removed to keep discussions focused.

3. No Spam or Self-Promotion

• Refrain from posting spam, advertisements, or excessive self-promotion.
• You may share personal projects or resources, but ensure they genuinely contribute to the discussion and community.

4. Protect Intellectual Property and Privacy

• Do not share pirated content or violate copyrights.
• Avoid sharing anyone’s private information, including your own.

5. Share Responsibly

• When sharing advice, ideas, or opinions, ensure they are constructive and relevant.
• Cite sources or provide context when referencing external information.

6. No Malicious Activities

• Discussions or guidance about hacking, bypassing security, or other illegal or malicious activities are strictly prohibited.

7. Follow Posting Etiquette

• Use clear and concise language.
• Avoid excessive use of capitalization, emojis, or special characters.
• When asking for help, provide enough context and details to make it easier for others to assist.

8. Report Issues

• If you encounter inappropriate content or behavior, use the reporting tools or contact community moderators.
• Do not engage with trolls or escalate conflicts.

9. Abide by Applicable Laws

• All content and interactions must comply with local and international laws.

10. Moderation and Enforcement

• Moderators reserve the right to remove content or restrict access to users who violate these rules.
• Appeals or concerns can be directed to the moderator team via the provided contact methods.

Disclaimer

1. Accuracy of Information

• The content shared on this community is contributed by individual users and does not necessarily represent the views or expertise of Soldered or its staff.
• Soldered is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information shared by community members.

2. Use of Advice

• Any advice or guidance provided in this community should be implemented at your own risk.
• Always verify technical suggestions before applying them to projects, especially when dealing with electrical or high-risk components.

3. Liability

• Soldered is not liable for any damages, loss, or harm resulting from the use of information or materials shared on this community.

4. Third-Party Links and Resources

• Links to external sites or resources shared by members are not endorsed or verified by Soldered.

5. Content Moderation

• Soldered reserves the right to modify, remove, or restrict content that violates the Forum Rules of Conduct or applicable laws.

Additional Guidelines for Contributors

1. Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

• Be open to sharing your knowledge and learning from others. Collaboration is at the heart of the maker community.
• Offer constructive feedback to help others improve their projects or ideas.

2. Showcase Your Projects

• Feel free to showcase your work in the Makers Community section. Include detailed descriptions, diagrams, and photos where possible to inspire and educate others.

3. Be Patient and Supportive

• Some members may be new to electronics or making. Provide guidance with patience and understanding.
• Avoid using overly technical jargon without explanation, especially in the Technical Support section.

4. Promote Safety

• Always emphasize safety when discussing projects or techniques. Ensure that others understand the potential risks and precautions necessary for handling electronics.