How we maintain a safe, supportive community while preserving authentic expression
We believe in the power of unfiltered expression, but we also recognize the need for safety and respect. Our moderation approach balances authenticity with community protection, intervening only when necessary to prevent harm while preserving the raw, honest nature of Bluntly.
Community members report content that may violate our guidelines using the report button.
Trained human moderators review reported content within context and community guidelines.
Actions are taken based on content severity, community impact, and user intent.
For minor violations or misunderstandings, we provide community guidance and education about guidelines.
For sensitive but allowable content, we may add warnings to help users make informed choices.
Content that violates guidelines is removed with explanation to help users understand the decision.
For severe or repeated violations, we may temporarily restrict posting abilities or platform access.
Target: 15 minutes
Suicide threats, violence, child safety
Target: 2 hours
Harassment, doxxing, serious violations
Target: 24 hours
Spam, policy violations, community concerns
We understand that moderation decisions can sometimes feel unfair. Here's how to appeal:
Effective moderation is a partnership between our team and the community. Together, we can maintain a space where people feel safe to share their authentic experiences while protecting everyone from harm.